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Compliance Officer At Payzeep

Payzeep·Abuja, nigeria·Full Time·Contract
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Position Summary

  • PayZeep is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal & Compliance Officer to support the Company's legal, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, risk management, and financial crime compliance activities.
  • The successful candidate will work closely with the Legal & Compliance Manager and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, internal policies, and industry best practices. This role is ideal for a legal professional with strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and a passion for supporting regulatory excellence within a fast-paced fintech environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Company's legal, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance frameworks.
  • Provide day-to-day legal and compliance support to business units, ensuring alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
  • Assist in monitoring regulatory developments and identifying changes that may impact the Company's operations and compliance obligations.
  • Support the preparation and submission of regulatory filings, statutory reports, disclosures, and correspondence with relevant regulatory authorities.
  • Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance requirements are effectively embedded into business processes, products, and operational activities.
  • Review contracts, agreements, policies, and legal documentation and provide recommendations to mitigate legal and regulatory risks.
  • Support the maintenance of corporate records, regulatory documentation, licenses, and statutory registers.
  • Assist in conducting compliance monitoring activities, reviews, testing, and risk assessments across the business.
  • Identify potential compliance gaps and control weaknesses and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and tracking remediation actions.
  • Assist in the implementation and monitoring of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF), Know Your Customer (KYC), sanctions screening, and financial crime compliance controls.
  • Review transaction monitoring alerts and support the investigation and escalation of suspicious or unusual activities.
  • Assist with the preparation and filing of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) and other regulatory reports in accordance with applicable requirements.
  • Support fraud prevention and detection activities by reviewing fraud cases, alerts, investigation outcomes, and effectiveness control.
  • Maintain accurate records of compliance reviews, investigations, regulatory communications, and monitoring activities.
  • Assist in conducting investigations into compliance breaches, regulatory violations, and ethical concerns, documenting findings and recommendations.
  • Contribute to the development and delivery of compliance training and awareness programs covering AML/CFT, anti-bribery and corruption, ethics, data privacy, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Promote a strong culture of compliance, integrity, accountability, and ethical conduct across the organization.
  • Prepare periodic compliance reports, dashboards, and management updates for review by the Legal & Compliance Manager and senior stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support regulatory examinations, compliance projects, policy reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from a recognized institution.
  • Qualified Legal Practitioner and duly called to the Nigerian Bar.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Legal, Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, Risk Management, Corporate Governance, or related functions within fintech, banking, financial services, or other regulated industries.
  • Working knowledge of financial services regulations, AML/CFT requirements, KYC obligations, data privacy requirements, and corporate governance principles.
  • Experience supporting regulatory engagements, compliance reviews, audits, and investigations.
  • Strong legal drafting, document review, and contract management skills.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail capabilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional certifications in Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, AML/CFT, Risk Management, or Corporate Governance.
  • Membership of relevant professional bodies such as:

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDProfessional Certificate
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At a glance

Company

Payzeep

Location

Abuja, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

August 10, 2026

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