Workforce Group - Our client, a Tier 1 Microfinance Bank, is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Internal Control & Compliance
Location: Egbeda, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- They are seeking a highly experienced Head of Internal Control & Compliance to strengthen its governance framework, manage risk, and ensure full regulatory compliance in line with industry best practices.
- This is a critical leadership role for a control-focused professional with strong regulatory insight and a deep understanding of microfinance operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Bank’s Internal Control and Compliance Framework
- Design and enforce compliance policies, procedures, and control programsΩΩ Identify internal control gaps, assess risk implications, and drive remediation actions
- Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments and maintain a comprehensive risk register
- Execute the annual internal control work program and monitor management ownership
- Conduct reviews of financial, operational, IT, and regulatory compliance controls
- Prepare and present monthly exception reports to the Managing Director
- Ensure compliance with credit policies, loan disbursements, and approval limits
- Oversee anti-fraud initiatives and compliance campaigns
- Ensure timely preparation and submission of regulatory returns
- Develop training materials and build a strong risk-aware and control-conscious culture
- Liaise with Management and provide advisory support on governance and risk issues
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Master’s degree or professional certifications (ACCA, CIMA, CIBN, etc.) are an added advantage
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Internal Control, Compliance, or Financial Controls within a Microfinance Bank
- Strong understanding of MFB regulatory requirements and internal control frameworks
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills
- Proven leadership and people management capability
- Strong proficiency in financial systems and advanced MS Excel
Key Competencies:
- High attention to detail and strong ethical standards
- Strategic and forward-thinking mindset
- Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to adapt and perform in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
Application Closing Date
20th January, 2026.
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