About the Role
Hope Payment Service Bank Limited (Hope PSBank) is Nigeria's premier digital-first bank, incorporated in September 2019 to deliver innovative and inclusive financial services through advanced technology. We are currently seeking a dynamic, results-driven professional to lead our compliance division and safeguard our operations against financial crimes.
Key Responsibilities- Develop, implement, and review robust AML/CFT/CPF policies and procedures in alignment with Nigerian laws and international best practices.
- Supervise the investigation and reporting of suspicious transactions to relevant authorities, including the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU).
- Ensure effective implementation of Know Your Customer (KYC), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), and Targeted Financial Sanctions.
- Liaise with regulators, external auditors, and stakeholders while managing compliance exception trackers and regulatory examinations.
- Conduct comprehensive ML/TF/PF risk assessments, monitor emerging typologies, and provide regular reports to the Board and Executive Management.
- Lead, supervise, and mentor the Compliance team while fostering a strong culture of ethical conduct and accountability across the Bank.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Banking and Finance, Economics, Law, Risk Management, or a related discipline; a Master's degree is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant compliance, risk management, or audit experience within the Nigerian financial services industry, particularly in banking or fintech.
- Relevant professional certifications such as ACAMS, DCP, ACA, CISA, or CRCMP.
- In-depth knowledge of CBN regulations, digital payment systems, and financial crime compliance frameworks.
- Exceptional leadership, analytical, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a leading digital bank.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment.