Key Responsibilities
Risk Management
Develop and maintain a company-wide risk management framework
Identify, assess, and monitor operational, financial, regulatory, and reputational risks
Conduct risk assessments for new products, markets, and partnerships
Design and implement mitigation strategies and internal controls
Provide regular risk reporting to executive leadership
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with local and cross-border regulatory frameworks
Stay updated on fintech and payments regulations across markets
Act as the primary liaison with regulators and supervisory bodies
Manage regulatory filings, reporting, and audits
AML / KYC / Financial Crime
Lead AML/CFT, KYC/CDD, and transaction monitoring frameworks
Oversee suspicious activity detection and reporting
Implement sanctions screening and fraud prevention controls
Continuously strengthen financial crime risk controls
Market Assessment & Licensing
Assess regulatory requirements for new and existing markets
Identify licensing needs and regulatory obligations per jurisdiction
Lead end-to-end licensing processes with regulators and internal teams
Ensure ongoing compliance throughout market entry and operations
Policies, Controls & Governance
Develop and enforce compliance policies and procedures
Conduct audits, gap assessments, and ensure audit readiness
Maintain strong documentation and internal controls
Embed compliance into product, operations, and partnerships
Data Protection & Privacy
Ensure compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR and local laws)
Oversee data security frameworks and controls
Conduct data protection impact assessments where required
Partner & Market Compliance
Support onboarding of banks, PSPs, and partners
Conduct due diligence on partners and counterparties
Ensure compliance readiness for market expansion
Training & Culture
Build and drive a strong compliance culture across the organization
Train teams on regulatory requirements and best practices
Provide ongoing advisory support to internal teams
Requirements
5 - 8+ years' experience in risk and compliance within fin tech, payments, or financial services
Proven experience assessing markets and securing regulatory license
Strong understanding of:
AML/CFT frameworks
KYC/CDD processes
Sanctions compliance
Payments regulations and licensing
Experience operating across multiple jurisdictions (Africa preferred)
Proven track record managing regulators, audits, and reporting
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
High attention to detail with strong ownership
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications such as CAMS, CFE, CIPP, or equivalent
Experience in cross-border payments or digital wallets
Exposure to emerging areas (e.g., crypto, digital assets)
Experience in a high-growth or startup environment