This is a key second-line of defense role, responsible for ensuring full compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies within the organization.
We are looking for a senior-level compliance professional with experience in financial institutions (banking / microfinance / fintech lending).
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s compliance framework
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory requirements
- Monitor adherence to internal policies and procedures across all departments
- Identify compliance risks and propose mitigation measures
- Conduct regular compliance monitoring and internal checks
- Review and update internal policies in line with regulatory changes
- Support preparation for regulatory inspections and audits
- Provide compliance advisory to business units (credit, risk, collections, operations)
- Investigate compliance breaches and prepare reports for management
- Ensure proper implementation of AML/CFT requirements (if applicable)
Requirements (Mandatory)
- 5–7+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, audit, or internal control
- Experience in banking, microfinance, fintech, or financial services is required
- Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements in financial institutions
- Understanding of compliance frameworks and internal control systems
- Experience working with regulatory bodies or external audits is a strong advantage
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and report directly to senior management
- Fluent in English (mandatory)
- High level of integrity and professional ethics
We Offer
- Competitive salary (based on experience)
- Opportunity to build and develop compliance function in a growing MFO
- Direct exposure to executive management and regulatory environment
- Professional and dynamic working environment
- Career growth opportunities in compliance / risk function