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KYC/Due Diligence Officer
Moniepoint
Posted 3 months agoLagos, Nigeria
Location
Lagos, Nigeria
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Mid-Level
Category
Legal & Compliance
Job Description
Moniepoint is Africa's all-in-one financial ecosystem, empowering businesses and their customers with seamless payment, banking, credit, and management tools. In 2023, Moniepoint processed $182 billion and is Nigeria's largest merchant acquirer, on a mission to create financial happiness for everyone, everywhere.
Conduct due diligence reviews using internal systems, public databases, and third-party screening tools for PEP, sanctions, and adverse media
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive customer information
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Requirements
- Bachelor degree in Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related field
- 2-3 years of experience in compliance, audit, KYC, or financial crime prevention, preferably in a financial institution
- Certification in AML/KYC such as CAMS, ICA, DCP, or equivalent is highly desirable
- Strong knowledge of AML/CFT/CPF regulations including CBN guidelines, NFIU/EFCC directives, and FATF standards
- Practical experience with sanctions, PEP, and adverse media screening tools
- Analytical skills with ability to interpret complex ownership structures and beneficial ownership risks
- Familiarity with Nigerian regulatory compliance frameworks and global AML/CFT best practices
- High attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing customer data and documentation
Responsibilities
- Perform KYC checks for new and existing customers, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal requirements
- Assess customer risk based on nature of business, ownership structure, transaction behavior, and geographical exposure
- Escalate high-risk and complex cases for Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) in line with AML/CFT policy
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of customer records for regulatory inspections and audits
- Work closely with Onboarding, Compliance, and Business Relationship Managers to identify and close KYC gaps
- Track and monitor deferrals, ensuring timely collection of outstanding documents in line with compliance timelines
- Contribute to policy reviews, process improvements, and system upgrades to strengthen KYC operations
