About the role.

• The Analyst, Legal and Compliance role supports the organization’s efforts to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, mitigate compliance risks, and promote a culture of ethical business practices.
• This position involves monitoring regulatory developments, supporting training initiatives, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to address compliance-related issues.
• The role also includes maintaining accurate records and assisting with regulatory reporting and audits to uphold the organization’s commitment to integrity and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Documentation and Record Management

• Maintain compliance-related documentation, records, and databases to ensure accuracy, completeness, and accessibility for regulatory purposes.
• Regularly update compliance records to reflect organizational and regulatory changes.
• Provide support during regulatory examinations and audits, ensuring preparedness and compliance.

Regulatory Reporting and Filings

• Support the preparation and submission of regulatory filings, disclosures, and reports to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
• Maintain proper documentation for all regulatory reporting obligations.

Compliance Training and Awareness

• Assist in the development and delivery of compliance training programs for employees.
• Collaborate with legal, risk management, and business units to address compliance issues and implement remediation plans.
• Promote a culture of compliance by raising awareness of regulatory requirements and ethical business practices.
• Recommend enhancements to improve compliance effectiveness and efficiency.

Requirements

• LLB (Minimum of Second Class Upper); BL (Minimum of Second Class Upper).
• Minimum of 1 year experience working in the financial services industry or at a law firm.
• Familiarity with the Nigerian regulatory environment and investment laws.
• Experience with regulatory filings and compliance audits.
• Familiarity with local and international regulatory requirements (e.g., SEC, AML/CFT, data privacy laws).
• Familiarity with compliance tools, databases, or legal research platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.