Optimus Bank is registered under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and licensed as a national bank by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). We also comply with other statutes and regulations generally applicable to Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) operating in Nigeria. As a financial services platform that recognizes the core needs of our diverse customer base, we have built intuitive products that showcase simple features and practical solutions.
At Optimus Bank, our employees’ well-being is paramount to us as we understand the positive impact this has on the success of the organization. We, therefore, make it a commitment to provide an inclusive and supportive environment that ensures the well-being of our employees, and helps them gain relevant experience and acquire key professional skills while contributing to our organizational goals.
Job Description
- Reviewing published regulations, circulars, laws and directives, breaking them down and identifying the section that impact upon the Bank’s business;
- Periodic review and risk assessment of the Bank’s products, services and vendors to ensure compliance with regulations;
- Preparing training manuals and facilitating trainings on AML/CFT compliance for the Bank’s employees;
- Ensure daily monitoring of transactions on AML Software, desktop reports / internally developed alert systems, escalated mails from back office and e-STR portal.
- Prompt detection, identification and reporting of STRs;
- Managing and rendering CTR, FTR and STR reports to regulators;
- Managing and rendering monthly, quarterly, half-yearly and end of year reports.
- Monitoring of business units/groups responsible for rendering reports (statutory renditions) on behalf of the Bank to regulators and law enforcement agencies;
- Monitoring of escalated or suspected trade transactions for AML/CFT concerns;
- Risk-based review of trade transactions processed by settlement units;
- EDD and KYC on High Risk customers such as Gaming Entities, Bureau De Change (BDC), PEPs;
- KYC and EDD for Foreign Financial Institutions;
- To receive, time stamp and log into the compliance register and closing out of all LEA and Regulatory correspondence;
- Preparations of Management reports on the activities of The Legal and Regulatory activities for the period under review. Monthly, Quarterly
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field
- 4-5 years in banking
- Good communication skills
- Analytical thinking & Report Writing skills
- Knowledge of relevant regulations, internal policies and SOPs
- Organizational skills
- Relationship and people management
- Knowledge of best practice & Local Extant Regulations
- Knowledge of Banking Operations
- Regulatory policy interpretation
Benefits
- Limitless Growth.
- Positive and Inclusive Work Environment.
- Tailored Rewards and Recognitions.
- Continuous learning environment.
- Health and Wellness Benefits.
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