Compliance Manager Job at ASA International

ASA International is one of the world's largest international microfinance institutions providing socially responsible loans to low income entrepreneurs across Asia and Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Compliance Manager

Job Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Scope of the Role

• The Compliance Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all company operations comply with relevant financial regulations, industry standards, and internal policies.
• The role involves monitoring compliance risks, implementing compliance programs, and providing guidance to the organization on regulatory matters.

Specific Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain Compliance program to ensure the Company’s compliance to applicable laws, regulations and guidelines.
• Conduct Compliance risk assessments and compliance audits to identify potential gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure company operations comply with regulatory bodies such as the Central Bank, AML (Anti-Money Laundering) laws, and data privacy regulations.
• Keep up to date with changing regulations and advise leadership on compliance obligations.
• Provide compliance training to employees to promote awareness and adherence to internal policies.
• Develop and oversee Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) processes.
• Investigate compliance violations and recommend corrective and disciplinary actions.
• Assist the CCO to prepare periodic compliance reports to Executive Management and regulatory bodies.
• Implement effective monitoring systems to ensure regulatory compliance of the company.
• Follow up to determine adequacy of corrective action plans.

Technical Knowledge / Minimum Requirements

• Professional Qualification: Any Compliance Professional etc will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in compliance management, risk, or regulatory affairs within the financial or fintech industry.
• Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree / HND qualification
• Strong knowledge of financial laws, data protection regulations, and risk assessment frameworks.
• Strong understanding of e-payment compliance, risk management, and financial regulations will be an added advantage.
• Experience with AML, KYC, and fraud detection policies.
• Familiarity with industry best practices for data protection and cybersecurity compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their cover note and  CV to: recruitment@asai-nigeria.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.