Compliance Job Vacancy at Citibank

Citibank Nigeria has a network of 12 branches located in Lagos (Victoria Island, Apapa, Idumota and Ikeja), Abuja, Port Harcourt, Warri, Kano, Bonny, Aba, Lanlate and Ososa, supported by a staff of approximately 300 dedicated professionals.

Citi operates in Nigeria under the name Citibank Nigeria Limited. We offer a broad range of services, including a full suite of cash management services, such as cheque and cash pickups, teller implants, payment services and liquidity management. We also offer trade services, including Import Letters of Credit, Bills for collection, Import Finance (LC, BFC), bonds and guarantees.

Citi has earned a reputation for professionalism and continues its focus on providing quality service while enhancing its product offering through innovative solutions.

A key individual responsible for developing and maintaining a robust AML control environment in the franchise, coordinating, monitoring and advising on compliance with business, global, regional, and local AML policies, procedures, and requirements.

Being an AMLCO requires one to exercise sound judgment, strong influencing skills, technical expertise and leadership in fulfilling these responsibilities.

This role will also entail general compliance responsibilities including but not limited to ensuring that Citibank Nigeria Limited is in compliance with Sanctions and Anti-Bribery & Corruption standards and related regulations.

Act as backup to CCCO.

Job Background/context:

Citi has launched various initiatives to further strengthen the culture of Compliance and AML across all lines of business and jurisdictions in which it operates.

BAU activities, as well as new initiatives, create a significant body of work requiring close coordination and integration between Compliance and all the key stakeholders in the Business and support functions.

Providing prompt and effective compliance guidance on regulatory and policy matters to the business units to ensure regulatory and reputational sound deals, thus assisting the business in meeting revenue target and minimizing regulatory penalties.

Anti-Money Laudering Compliance Officer (AMLCO)

• Location(s):          Lagos                                                |           Job Type:              Full-time

Qualification:      BA/BSc/HND   MBA/MSc/MA  |           Experience:          15 years

Deadline:               Not Specified

Job Field:               Banking  

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess the impact of key regulatory developments, sanctions and industry best practices on current policies/standards/procedures, ensuring that any necessary changes are properly implemented within the Business.
• Develop, review policies & procedures relating to all aspects of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Finance, Sanctions and Anti-Bribery & Corruption activity.
• Work closely with the Business (Corporate and Investment Banking, Treasury & Trade Solutions and Markets) and other key stakeholders such as Operations & Technology to identify and mitigate the risks associated with existing and new business with the emphasis on higher-risk customers and transactions.
• Escalate and report AML/other relevant compliance issues to Governance Committees and ensure that Senior Management is fully informed of significant compliance issues as well as the plans for resolution.
• Provide expert advice to the business on the organization's AML specific requirements as well as legal or regulatory requirements
• Ensure awareness of money laundering trends and typologies by proactively referring to relevant industry publications
• Thoroughly review and provide guidance on customer KYC/due diligence records and ensure adequate enhanced due diligence is performed on targeted high-risk customers.
• Undertake AML related investigations arising from internal monitoring as well as ad hoc referrals
• Report suspicious activity to the relevant authorities in a timely manner
• Liaise with local Regulators, Law Enforcement, and other Governmental Bodies and ensure good relationships with the same.
• Develop and deliver tailored training programs for the business & support divisions
• Respond to Sanctions, Anti-Bribery & Corruption and other relevant escalations and investigations.
• Attend and where necessary, lead AML related customer interactions.
• Liaison with the Internal Auditors on AML Compliance matters.
• Contribute to a “no surprise” compliance culture by developing and delivering face-to-face, tailored compliance training programs to new hires, transfers, and existing staff.
• Ensure all Compliance reviews/reports (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual) are being performed timely, are adequate and appropriately documented.
• Raise the visibility of AML compliance by specifically improving the compliance risk assessment and compliance testing standards
• Instigate and manage ad hoc projects as required.

Development value:

- Opportunity to work in AML Compliance at one of the most diverse global banking groups in the world.

- Exposure to international banking products, operations, and regulatory practices.

- Visibility and accountability to Senior Management.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Experience:

• Minimum of 15 years post-qualification experience out of which at least 10 years must have been in a relevant area
• In-depth knowledge of relevant key regulations and industry guidance
• Good understanding of Corporate Banking, Investment Banking, and Capital Markets Products
• Experience related to financial investigations; AML, fraud or counter-terrorism.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Significant attention to detail
• Strategic and goal-oriented thinker
• Commitment to a co-operative and collaborative working environment, requiring an innovative approach to meeting sometimes challenging demands
• Ability to work individually and in teams on all aspects of AML and Compliance
• Ability to communicate with and present to all levels of staff particularly Senior Management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to embrace new technologies.

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 15 years post qualification experience

- Minimum of 10 years in Banking

- University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or degree in any other discipline

- A postgraduate degree or relevant professional qualification

- Experience of at least three major areas of banking operations

- Experience in a compliance/control environment

- Operations or risk related experience, though not compulsory, will be an added advantage

• Primary Location:   Nigeria, Lagos
• Education:                Bachelor's Degree
• Job Function:           Compliance and Control
• Travel Time:            No
• Job ID:                     16009678

Method of Application

Interested in this position, apply on Citi career website