About the Role
Access Pensions is a subsidiary of Access Holdings Plc and a licensed Pension Fund Administrator (PFA), managing over NGN 4.6 trillion in assets under management (AUM) with more than two million Retirement Savings Accounts (RSAs). Following strategic mergers with Sigma Pensions, First Guarantee Pensions, and ARM Pension Managers, we have significantly expanded our industry presence. We are currently seeking a dynamic Investment Compliance Officer to monitor investment activities, ensure strict regulatory compliance, and strengthen governance across our investment operations in Nigeria.
Key Responsibilities- Monitor daily investment activities and portfolio transactions to ensure full compliance with internal policies and National Pension Commission (PenCom) regulations.
- Conduct regular compliance reviews and audits of investment operations, asset allocation, and risk management frameworks.
- Identify, assess, and report potential compliance breaches or operational risks, recommending timely corrective actions.
- Collaborate with the investment, risk management, and legal teams to implement robust governance structures and controls.
- Keep abreast of changes in financial regulations, market trends, and PenCom guidelines, providing advisory support to management.
- Prepare comprehensive compliance reports for internal committees, executive management, and regulatory authorities.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
- 3 to 5 years of relevant compliance experience within the Nigerian financial services sector, preferably in asset management or pensions.
- Strong working knowledge of investment products, financial markets, and PenCom regulatory frameworks.
- Professional certifications such as CIS, ACCA, CIA, or ICAN will be a distinct advantage.
- Exceptional analytical mindset, keen attention to detail, and high ethical standards.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
- Opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and career advancement.
- A collaborative and dynamic work environment within a leading financial institution.