Compliance Officer at GTI Group

About This Role

A reputable organization seeks a dedicated individual to play a key role in ensuring the company's operations comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This position involves designing, implementing, and overseeing robust compliance programs to protect the company from regulatory risks and maintain its strong reputation in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the firm's operations comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines issued by the SEC and other relevant regulatory bodies
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive compliance framework to monitor regulatory changes and update internal processes accordingly
• Conduct internal audits and compliance checks to identify and address potential risks
• Develop, implement, and regularly review compliance policies and procedures to align with best practices and industry standards
• Act as the primary liaison with the SEC and other regulatory authorities
• Oversee the company's Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) programs
• Facilitate AML/CFT training for staff
• Investigate compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions
• Report material compliance issues to the SEC and other regulatory bodies when required
• Ensure transaction monitoring of staff, employee, and client accounts
• Work with the compliance manager to develop an effective, sustainable compliance program

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field
• Minimum of 3–6 years of experience in compliance, preferably in an asset management or financial services firm
• Strong knowledge of local and international financial regulations and compliance requirements

Location

Lagos, Nigeria