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Head of Compliance & MLRO - Nigeria

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced, commercially aware, and regulatory-savvy compliance professional to join us as Head of Compliance and Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).

Key points

  1. Serve as the primary point of contact with relevant regulatory bodies.

  2. Ensure the organisation meets all applicable governance requirements, including fit and proper obligations for Approved and Designated Persons.

  3. Monitor and interpret regulatory developments relevant to virtual assets, and advise senior management and the Board accordingly.

  4. Act as the designated MLRO, with full statutory responsibility for overseeing the organisation's AML/CFT framework.

  5. Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field. A postgraduate qualification is advantageous.

  6. Professional certification in compliance or AML is strongly preferred (e.g. CAMS, ICA Certificate/Diploma in AML or Compliance, CFE, or equivalent).

  7. Demonstrated in-house experience working within virtual asset service providers (VASPs), cryptocurrency exchanges, fintech firms, or regulated financial institutions.

  8. Prior experience as an MLRO or Deputy MLRO is highly desirable.

Languages

English requiredFrench required

Skills

Social MediaCampaign ManagementProduct StrategyRecruitingCommunication

Experience: Senior-level · 8+ years