Payment and Compliance Associate at a Leading FinTech Company - Hempawa Consult

Hempawa Consult Limited is a fast-growing and innovative consulting firm that is focused on providing instant service and quality assurance to its clients in the core businesses of Project Management, Procurement Management, and Human Capital Management. Hempawa Consult Limited offers a professional, friendly, and supportive environment within an open-plan office free of discriminatory practices. Ambitious and hardworking, you will join a robust in-house competencies development programme aimed at encouraging all employees to reach their full potential.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Payment and Compliance Associate

Location: Abuja (FCT)  (In-person role)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Are you detail-oriented, compliance-driven, and passionate about building trust in financial systems?
• Do you thrive in structured, high-growth environments where precision and accountability matter?
• If yes, this role is for you. We are hiring a Payments & Compliance Associate for a leading FinTech company transforming financial inclusion in Nigeria and across Africa. This is an in-person role based in Abuja, designed for a disciplined professional who can ensure smooth payments processing and compliance excellence.

Responsibilities
As Payments & Compliance Associate, you will:

• Ensure Smooth Transactions: Monitor and process payments with accuracy and timeliness.
• Stay Compliant: Implement and enforce compliance policies aligned with CBN and global best practices.
• Risk Management: Flag irregular activities and work with internal teams to resolve issues.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of all financial operations and compliance activities.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Support finance, operations, and regulatory engagement units to ensure seamless delivery.

Requirements
Who We’re Looking For:

• Experience Matters: 2–4 years in payments, compliance, or financial operations (preferably in fintech, banking, or related sectors).
• Detail-Driven: Strong attention to accuracy, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
• Regulatory Savvy: Familiarity with CBN guidelines, AML/CFT policies, and NDIC standards.
• Tech-Enabled: Comfortable using fintech apps, reporting tools, and compliance software.
• Professional Integrity: Trustworthy, discreet, and grounded in ethical practice.

Why This Role Stands Out:

• Impact: Play a critical role in safeguarding compliance and payments integrity.
• Career Path: Build your expertise in compliance with opportunities for leadership.
• Culture: Join a fintech team that values precision, innovation, and transparency.
• Rewards: Competitive plus monthly performance-based bonuses.
• Strategic Base: Abuja location, at the heart of fintech and regulatory engagement.

Application Closing Date
30th September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter to: jobs@hempawaconsult.com using "Application - Payments & Compliance Associate (Abuja)" as the subject of the mail.