Legal & Compliance Associate drafting contracts and ensuring regulatory compliance at a fast-growing fintech. Collaborating with teams to embed compliance into business decisions.
Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, with a focus on SLAs, SaaS agreements, partnership agreements, and vendor contracts
Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and licensing requirements relevant to fintech operations
Liaise and manage relationships with regulatory bodies, government agencies, and law enforcement authorities on compliance and enforcement matters
Prepare, implement, and oversee the company’s corporate governance framework in line with industry standards and applicable regulations
File statutory returns, notices, and other regulatory submissions with relevant authorities (e.g., CAC, CBN, NFIU, SEC, or other applicable bodies)
Provide timely legal and compliance advice to internal teams on new products, services, and business initiatives
Conduct internal compliance reviews and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential issues
Assist in developing and implementing compliance policies, procedures, and training programs
Support the Head of Legal & Compliance in managing legal risks and ensuring corporate governance standards are upheld
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a high-growth, fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance is embedded in business operations
Requirements
LL.B and Nigerian Bar qualification (B.L)
1–3 years post-call experience, ideally in fintech, financial services, or tech
Strong expertise in contract review and drafting (SLAs, SaaS, commercial agreements)
Hands-on experience engaging with regulators and law enforcement agencies
Knowledge of fintech regulations, AML/CFT compliance, data privacy, and governance
Experience preparing governance frameworks and handling statutory filings
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
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