Head of Compliance Job at Cellulant

Cellulant is Africa’s no.1 company in the payments & transfers category - FIntech Awards 2016. We are a PPISP (Payment Platform Infrastructure Service Provider) regulated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and insured by Nigerian Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC).

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Head of Compliance

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• A pivotal position in ensuring regulatory adherence and ethical conduct across diverse jurisdictions within Cellulant.
• Tasked with overseeing the Group’s compliance framework, playing a crucial role in shaping, and sustaining a culture of integrity.

High-Level Requirements:

• Legal and Regulatory Acumen: In-depth knowledge of laws and regulations relevant to Cellulant.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute a forward-looking compliance strategy.
• Ethical Integrity: Unwavering commitment to ethical conduct and the ability to instill these values across the organization.
• Risk Management Expertise: Proficiency in identifying and mitigating compliance risks group wide.
• Leadership Excellence: Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide a diverse compliance team.
• Communication Mastery: Good communication skills to convey complex compliance matters clearly to various stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to navigate and adapt to diverse regulatory environments and cultural nuances.
• Collaboration: Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners, including regulatory bodies.

Core Responsibilities
Group Compliance Oversight:

• Develop and implement a robust compliance strategy that aligns with laws and regulations across multiple countries.
• Ensure consistent compliance standards and practices, accounting for regional variations.

Regulatory Analysis and Adaptation:

• Stay abreast of evolving regulatory landscapes in various countries, analyzing their impact on the business.
• Proactively adapt compliance policies and procedures to meet emerging regulatory requirements.

Risk Management:

• Identify, assess, and manage compliance risks across diverse operational environments.
• Design and implement risk mitigation strategies to safeguard the organization from regulatory pitfalls.

Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead a cross-functional compliance team, fostering a culture of excellence and commitment to compliance standards.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to regional compliance officers.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Interface with regulatory authorities, ensuring transparent and effective communication.
• Communicate compliance expectations and updates to executives, employees, and the Board of Directors.

Policy Development and Implementation:

• Develop and update compliance policies and procedures, tailoring them to the unique requirements of each jurisdiction Cellulant operates in.
• Oversee the effective implementation of compliance measures across the organization.

Training and Awareness:

• Develop and execute comprehensive compliance training programs for employees across borders.
• Foster a heightened awareness of compliance standards throughout the organization.

Monitoring and Auditing:

• Establish a robust system for monitoring and auditing compliance activities.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to policies and regulatory requirements.

Crisis Management and Investigations:

• Lead and coordinate responses to compliance issues, conducting internal investigations as necessary.
• Implement crisis management plans to address and mitigate the impact of compliance incidents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university. A master’s degree is a plus.
• Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), ICA Advanced Certificates or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), etc.

Skills:

• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
• Legal and Regulatory Knowledge
• Ethics and Integrity
• Presentation skills
• Analytical skills
• Financial Crime Prevention
• Policy Development and Implementation
• Excellent Interpersonal skills
• Strategic Planning
• Negotiation skills

Personal Attributes:

• Integrity
• Possess a strategic and forward-thinking mindset
• Results-Driven
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)
• Innovative Mindset
• Collaborative Approach.

Must Have Experience:

• Compliance Leadership.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration.
• Regulatory Engagement.
• Strategic Compliance Management.
• Crisis Management and Investigations.

Experience that will count in your favor:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience of related experience with at least 3 years’ experience leading a compliance team.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.