Head of Compliance & MLRO - Nigeria
Core
Building a compliance programme from the ground up for a crypto exchange, embedding a culture of compliance, and acting as the designated MLRO to oversee AML/CFT frameworks.
Role type
Senior leadership compliance officer (Head of Compliance & MLRO)
Builds
Comprehensive compliance framework, AML/CFT policies, transaction monitoring systems, and regulatory reporting mechanisms for a virtual asset service provider.
Domain
Cryptocurrency / Virtual Assets / Financial Crime Prevention
Required skills
Regulatory engagement, AML/CFT framework design, KYC/CDD processes, sanctions screening, risk-based approach, compliance programme scaling, regulatory reporting, stakeholder management, training delivery, product lifecycle compliance integration
Preferred skills
Virtual asset service provider (VASP) experience, MLRO experience, regional regulatory framework knowledge, blockchain analytics proficiency, multi-jurisdictional oversight
Technologies
Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs
Responsibilities
Serve as primary point of contact with regulatory bodies; design and maintain compliance framework aligned with FATF recommendations; oversee transaction monitoring and sanctions screening; act as designated MLRO for STR assessment and external disclosures; prepare and present compliance reports to the Board; integrate compliance into new product design; deliver AML/CFT training programmes; maintain compliance manual and risk register.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
