Junior AML Investigation Analyst at AZA Finance

AZA Finance is an established provider of currency trading and cross-border payment solutions which accelerate global access to frontier markets through an innovative infrastructure. By leveraging cutting edge technology in our flagship products, AZA Finance can significantly lower the cost and increase the speed of business payments to, from and across frontier markets.Aza Finance (Formerly Known as Bipesa) is an established provider of currency trading solutions which accelerate global access to frontier markets through an innovative infrastructure.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Junior AML Investigation Analyst

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Job Summary

• As the Junior AML Investigation Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting the compliance and reporting team and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Driving the implementation and execution of our compliance processes for the selection, onboarding and monitoring of our third parties, in line with the group-wide policies and procedures and relevant legal requirements (4MLD, PSD2, etc.)
• Applying risk assessment procedures to appropriately identify and manage AML risks.
• Suggesting and implementing - in close cooperation with the senior compliance management officer - adequate mitigation measures to reduce the AZA’s AML risk exposure
• Performing meticulous anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) checks 
• Assisting in the preparation of compliance reports and filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Collaborating on other aspects of compliance, such as fraud prevention, fraud investigation and ensure that fraud risks are effectively managed.
• Maintaining records and a complete and up-to-date documentation
• Creating and tracking metrics on due diligence activities to achieve accountability and to ensure that all compliance policies, procedures and tools are effectively communicated and strictly followed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university
• At least one year experience in the compliance field, regulatory, risk management, and/or compliance auditing and monitoring is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 
• Excellent knowledge of business ethics, integrity codes, and the Corporate Guidelines for Business Partners
• Strong analytical, organisational and time management skills 
• Detail-oriented and process-driven mindset 
• Excellent level of interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with others and liaise between internal and external stakeholders
• The ability to work collaboratively across different business units on a global scale.
• Proficiency in English
• Excellent organisational, planning and follow-up skills and the ability to meet critical
• Deadlines quickly and reliably
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical ability and creative problem-solving skills
• Strong oral, written and presentation communication skills

Benefits

• Great career development opportunities in a fast growing Fin-tech Company
• Ownership: All team members are empowered to bring ideas and make a difference in a dynamic and casual work environment 
• A competitive salary at every stage of your growth
• Workplace pension contribution
• 24 days statutory paid annual leave in addition to local public holidays, plus an extra day for birthdays. Including 4 days for Christmas/New Year break
• Company funded private medical insurance: dental, medical, and optical services coverage based on your jurisdiction
• 2x - 3x Group life insurance depending on your jurisdiction
• Performance bonus / equity incentives plan
• Growth: Access to a personal growth budget (Permanent/FTEs Only)
• Mentorship & buddy program
• Complimentary breakfast, snacks & drinks
•  Team building and happy hours events
• Employee mental health support
• A One-time work from home allowance
• Employee referral program

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• AZA Finance is an equal opportunity employer and will consider every qualified applicant for employment.
• AZA Finance does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation or disability.