Regional Head of Compliance, West Africa at Absa Group Limited (Absa)

Job Summary

• The opportunity exists for a senior and influential Regional Head of Compliance role in a leading pan African bank, to have oversight across our West Africa markets (Ghana, and Nigeria, including Namibia), supporting  the Africa Regional Operations (African Operations outside of South Africa) in the management of compliance risks (regulatory, financial crime, conduct and reputation) across the abovementioned jurisdictions. The role reports to the Chief Compliance Officer, Africa Regional Operations (ARO).

Job Description

•  The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing and managing compliance programmes and posture within the designated region. This role ensures that the organisation adheres to relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies, while promoting a culture of integrity and ethical behaviour. The role is also critical in ensuring the organisation’s compliance framework is robust, effective and aligned with its business goals.
• As such, the successful candidate will have significant experience in compliance, risk management and regulatory affairs, underpinned by a strong understanding of compliance regulations and frameworks. Additionally, excellent communication, and analytical and problem solving skills, with proven leadership ability in managing teams, is sought. 
• The role is pivotal in being the link between the region and the Centre, and will support the Country Heads of Compliance in the oversight of compliance risks, and works closely with the Chief Compliance Officer, ARO and country teams to influence and contribute to strategically important regulatory outcomes and policy positions.
• As a member of the ARO Compliance Management committee (MANCO), together with other members of the MANCO, the incumbent will provide leadership on the articulation and execution of the Regional business strategy.
• If you are armed with the right background, relevant working experience in a matrix structure, superior compliance technical knowledge and strong understanding of Regulatory compliance, we’d be keen to hear from you.

Education

• Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)