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Compliance Analyst

LagosPosted 21 September 2026₦300,000 - ₦400,000

Role Overview

About the employer

Confidential financial services employer

Our client operates in Nigeria’s professional services market and serves clients who expect professionalism, responsiveness, and sound judgment. The organization name is shared with shortlisted candidates at the appropriate stage of the process.

The company invests in people who want to build durable careers, not just fill a seat. Leaders emphasize ethical conduct, clear communication, and measurable outcomes. Teams are expected to collaborate across functions, challenge ideas respectfully, and document decisions so the business can scale without losing quality.

This opportunity is centered on Lagos with a in office working arrangement. You should plan for in-person collaboration when client delivery, team workshops, or leadership meetings require it, and use modern workplace tools to stay aligned between those touchpoints.

About the role

We are especially interested in young, bright, and energetic people who learn fast, show up with positive energy, and want to build a serious career in a supportive team. A regulated financial services firm needs a Compliance Analyst to support KYC, monitoring, and training programs.

These openings are aimed at entry-level and mid-level talent, typically with roughly zero to four years of experience. If you are young, bright, energetic, and hungry to learn, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for a mid-level Compliance Analyst who brings curiosity, follow-through, and positive energy to the team. The overview below is detailed so you can judge fit before you apply: how the role contributes to the business, what you will own, and how success is measured.

In your first 12 months, strong performance typically means complete KYC files with fewer rework cycles; training attendance and attestations on schedule; and clear escalation of red flags to the compliance lead. You will work with managers who value direct updates, early escalation of risks, and practical solutions.

Day to day, you should expect a mix of strategic planning, hands-on execution, and stakeholder management. The environment rewards people who write things down, follow through on commitments, and treat colleagues, clients, and vendors with respect.

You will collaborate with colleagues across levels, from specialists who execute the work to executives who set direction. Clear communication, well-run meetings, and shared documentation help everyone move faster. You should be comfortable receiving feedback, giving it constructively, and adjusting course when the facts change.

We encourage you to apply if you meet most of the required qualifications rather than waiting for a perfect match on every line. Use the responsibility and qualification lists on this page to map your experience; bring examples that show impact, not just tenure.

StrataHR is managing this search on behalf of our client. Shortlisted candidates move through structured interviews, reference conversations where appropriate, and transparent feedback. We support you through offer negotiation and onboarding so you can start with clarity on expectations, reporting lines, and success measures.

Role at a glance

Employer
Confidential financial services employer
Work style
In office
Category
Professional services
Compensation
₦300,000 - ₦400,000 / month gross

Preferred qualifications

Candidates who also bring the following strengths are especially welcome to apply:

  • NYSC completed or exempt (where applicable)
  • Active membership of a relevant campus or early-career network
  • Side projects, internships, or volunteer work that shows initiative

Responsibilities

  • Perform KYC reviews and periodic refresh checks
  • Assist with transaction monitoring and case documentation
  • Maintain policy libraries and staff training calendars
  • Support regulatory returns and examination prep
  • Draft monitoring reports for management review
  • Track remedial actions through to closure
  • Partner with business teams to explain requirements practically
  • Update risk assessments when products or channels change
  • Research regulatory updates and summarize impacts
  • Approach compliance as a career with curiosity and integrity
  • Contribute to cross-functional projects that support the wider Compliance Analyst agenda and company priorities.
  • Prepare regular updates for leadership on progress, risks, dependencies, and decisions needed.

Required qualifications

  • 1–3 years in compliance, risk, or audit in financial services
  • Understanding of AML/CFT basics and Nigerian regulations
  • Detail-oriented with strong writing skills
  • Lagos in-office collaboration as required
  • Bright, ethical, and eager to earn professional certifications

Benefits

  • Monthly gross pay from about ₦250K up to ₦500K on select roles (see listing for this role)
  • Health cover and pension per client policy (details at offer stage)
  • Paid annual leave and public holidays
  • Learning budget, mentorship, or internal training for early-career growth
  • Team culture that values fresh ideas from young professionals
  • Clear interview stages with consultant support from StrataHR