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Compliance officer

Compliance officer

Mastery financial services limitedvi, Lagos, NG
4 days ago
Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION : Compliance Officer

Location : Victoria Island, Lagos

Department : Compliance / Risk & Control

Reports To : Managing Director

Job Summary

The Compliance Officer ensures that all business operations of Mastery Financial Services comply with relevant laws, regulatory guidelines, and internal policies. This role involves implementing effective compliance frameworks, conducting regular monitoring, and ensuring adherence to Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure the BDC operates in compliance with CBN regulations, Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act, and Terrorism Prevention Act.
  • Monitor and interpret new or updated laws, circulars, and policies from regulatory authorities.
  • Maintain up-to-date compliance manuals, registers, and documentation.
  • Prepare and submit regulatory reports to CBN and other authorities on time.

AML / CFT Oversight

  • Develop and enforce the company’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) policies.
  • Conduct Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on all clients and transactions.
  • Identify, investigate, and report Suspicious Transactions (STRs) and Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) to the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU).
  • Conduct ongoing monitoring of high-risk customers and ensure documentation is current.

    • Operational Monitoring

  • Review daily foreign exchange transactions to ensure compliance with approved limits and guidelines.
  • Support Operations and Accounts teams in verifying transaction integrity and flagging irregularities.
  • Conduct periodic compliance audits and risk assessments.
  • Recommend corrective actions and follow up on implementation.

    • Training and Awareness

  • Educate and train staff on compliance policies, AML / CFT practices, and ethical standards.
  • Create awareness of regulatory updates and internal compliance obligations across departments.

    • Reporting and Record Management

  • Maintain accurate compliance records and filing systems for audit and regulatory review.
  • Provide periodic compliance reports to management and the Board.

    • Qualifications and Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration or related field.
  • Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience in compliance, risk management, or audit (preferably in a BDC, bank, or financial institution).
  • Strong knowledge of CBN BDC Operational Guidelines, AML / CFT frameworks, and foreign exchange regulations.
  • Proficiency in compliance reporting tools and MS Office applications.
  • Professional certification such as CAMS, CFE, ACAMS, or CIBN (Compliance Stream) is an added advantage.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and integrity-driven decision-making skills.

    • Key Competencies

  • Regulatory knowledge and attention to detail
  • Strong ethical judgment and confidentiality
  • Analytical and investigative skills
  • Communication and interpersonal effectiveness
  • Policy implementation and monitoring ability
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