Internal Control & Compliance Officer (Legal Background) - Onsite

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Job description

Veend empowers borrowers with verifiable income by providing on-demand access to funds. Our innovative product, Vida, enables lenders and merchants to implement credit and buy-now-pay-later solutions efficiently, leveraging AI-powered insights for superior credit decision-making. Veend is dedicated to delivering faster, safer, and more profitable financial solutions that cater to modern market needs. We are passionate about transforming the way lending and payment experiences work for businesses and consumers alike.

Role Description

We are seeking an Internal Control & Compliance Officer with a strong legal background and fintech experience to support our internal control environment, regulatory compliance, and risk management processes. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 3 years post-call legal practice and hands-on exposure to compliance within the fintech or financial services space.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B); BL qualification required.
• Minimum of 3 years post-call legal practice.
• Proven experience in internal control, compliance, or risk management, preferably within fintech, lending, or financial services.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, corporate governance, and compliance best practices.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Responsibility

• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control and compliance frameworks across the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidelines relevant to fintech operations.
• Conduct compliance reviews, risk assessments, and internal audits; identify gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide legal and regulatory advisory support to management and internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, and external advisors when required.
• Draft, review, and update policies, procedures, contracts, and compliance documentation.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on business operations.
• Support investigations of compliance breaches and recommend preventive controls.
• Drive compliance awareness and promote a strong risk and control culture.
• Experience working with regulators or compliance teams in fintech, BNPL, banking, or lending institutions.
• Professional certifications in compliance, risk, or audit are an added advantage.

What We Offer

• Pension
• HMO
• 13th Month salary
• Unlimited Leave
• Opportunities for career growth within Veend
• Work in a mission-driven, fast-paced, and supportive environment

CANDIDATES MUST BE READY TO RESUME IMMEDIATELY

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦175,000.00 - ₦230,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lagos: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Experience:

• Internal Control/Compliance Legal: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person