Head of Compliance at VFD Group

VFD Group is an alternative financial service holding company that creates value by working within Nigeria's informal financial sector to create innovative products and solutions that are accessible to the everyday Nigerian.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Compliance

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Job Description

• The Head of Compliance provides strategic leadership to ensure VFD Group’s full adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and ethical standards.
• The role oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Group-wide compliance framework, acting as the primary liaison between VFD, regulators, and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the Group's compliance framework, policies, and control systems. 
• Ensure all business processes and transactions comply with legal guidelines and internal policies.
• Support corporate governance structures, including board reporting, statutory filings, and policy oversight.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely communication and implementation across the Group. 
• Serve as primary interface with regulatory bodies, auditors, and external legal advisers.
• Oversee timely and accurate regulatory filings to prevent penalties and maintain compliance standing.
• Conduct ongoing compliance risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies. 
• Implement risk-based internal controls and compliance testing mechanisms.
• Lead investigations of compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions. 
• Oversee periodic compliance audits and reviews across subsidiaries and business units.
• Ensure effective documentation, custodianship, and record‑keeping of compliance activities.
• Review and approve compliance-related documentation, processes, and workflows.
• Develop and deliver compliance training for employees on regulations such as AML, anti‑bribery, data protection, and financial crime.
• Promote a culture of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct throughout the Group. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field. 
• Must have 8–10 years’ experience in compliance, regulatory, or legal roles within financial services. 
• Proven experience in a leadership or managerial capacity. 
• Master’s degree (MBA/LLM) or advanced professional training.
• Professional certifications such as CCEP, CAMS, or equivalent. 

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.