Regulatory Compliance Lead at a Leading All-in-one Fraud and Compliance Platform - The People Practice (2 Openings)

The People Practice - Our client, a leading all-in-one fraud and compliance platform for financial institutions and fintech, is recruiting an experienced candidate to join their team in the capacity below:

Job Title: Regulatory Compliance Lead

Locations: Abuja (FCT) & Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in regulatory compliance, AML, and fraud prevention within the financial sector, with a specific focus on regulatory intelligence and horizon scanning.
• The Regulatory Compliance Lead will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of our services and building a team to support these efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regulatory intelligence and horizon scanning efforts to identify and analyse emerging regulatory trends and potential impacts on the AML and compliance space.
• Develop and implement processes to continuously monitor regulatory developments in Nigeria and internationally.
• Provide expert analysis and reports on regulatory changes, potential risks, and opportunities for clients.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate dissemination of regulatory intelligence.
• Advise clients on proactive measures to comply with upcoming regulatory changes and mitigate potential risks.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive regulatory intelligence database.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and industry bodies to stay informed about upcoming regulations and standards.
• Support the design and enhancement of compliance-related features of our SaaS platform based on regulatory intelligence insights.
• Write and publish high-quality legal content, including articles, newsletters, and thought leadership pieces, to inform clients and the broader industry about regulatory developments and best practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degrees in Law, or related fields preferred.
• 3 - 5 years' experience working in a Tier 1 law firm in Nigeria, with a focus on banking, capital market, fintech, AML, and regulatory compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of Nigerian regulatory frameworks and international compliance standards.
• Relevant certifications in AML, compliance, or related fields are a plus.

Must have skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact confidently with clients and regulatory authorities.
• High attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated experience in writing and publishing legal content, including articles and newsletters
• Proven track record of successfully managing regulatory intelligence and horizon scanning projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulations and foresee their potential impacts.

Application Closing Date
8th September, 2024.