Job Responsibilities


Monitor regulations and regulatory change as well as industry best practice and update the Bank
Communicate actions to relevant stakeholders from the analysis of regulations and track until completion. Share updates on activities with the Bank's Management
Ascertain regulatory consultations and other relevant publications to present at the bank’s Management Committee Meetings.
Update and maintain the communication updates tracker to keep track of communications made to the Bank
Undertake traceability reviews on new regulations affecting the Bank.
Obtain necessary information from Stakeholders to the Bank's Management. 
Maintain the Compliance Policy register and update it where required.
Support the 1 st Line of Defence in embedding best practice in relation to compliance matters and also  providing insightful recommendations.
Maintain the Audit Tracker for any actions that the Compliance Department are required to complete, and track the actions until completion. Also assist in the closure of audit issues.
Support in the monitoring and testing of deliverables.
Perform ad-hoc projects or tasks when requested.
Support the Compliance Team, with the delivery of the Bank’s vision for Compliance and complement the actions of the other team members towards de-risking the Bank.
To periodically support the Compliance Team in managing Financial Crime Risk, by providing 2nd line advisory support.


Requirements:


Education level : HND / B.A. / B.Sc in any related discipline, and must have completed NYSC or possess an exclusion certificate.
Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Compliance Officer preferably in a financial institution
Candidate must be based in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
Proven compliance experience in Compliance and Risk roles as well as in the business supporting risk decision- making and undertaking Compliance within a financial services entity.
Professional qualification in Compliance and/or a legal or audit background or experience working as a regulator will b an added advantage
Experience writing or updating Compliance Policies
Horizon scanning or experience analysing or summarising regulatory publications


Technical Skills:

A comprehensive understanding of the:


regulatory framework and compliance requirements associated with financial services 
core banking systems
industry best practice
Working knowledge of MS Office and databases


Interpersonal Skills:


Exceptional communicator, results orientated, able to meet demanding deadlines and a good team player
Excellent oral and written presentation skill with experience at reporting at senior level and forging strong relationship with the business