Job Summary

A leading asset finance company dedicated to empowering individuals and businesses through innovative and inclusive financial solutions as well as providing affordable financing options across East Africa and is seeking a proactive and experienced Regional Compliance Officer to strengthen its risk and compliance framework.

This role is ideal for a legal professional with a deep understanding of financial regulations in East Africa, particularly within the asset finance sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and controls across East African jurisdictions.
• Ensure operations comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies, especially in microfinance and fintech.
• Monitor and research changes in the regulatory landscape in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and other target markets.
• Lead compliance training and awareness programs across departments and branches.
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulators, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and audits to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks.
• Support legal and regulatory reporting, including preparation of reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Review and advise on customer and vendor contracts from a compliance and legal perspective.
• Ensure adherence to AML, KYC, data protection, and consumer protection regulations.
• Investigate and manage incidents, breaches, or violations of compliance policies or regulations.
• Collaborate with internal and external legal counsel as necessary to address legal or compliance risks.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Postgraduate qualification or certification in compliance, risk management, or financial regulation is an added advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized institution
• Advocate of the High Court (Kenya or other East African jurisdictions) preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in legal and/or compliance roles, ideally in asset finance, microfinance, or financial services.
• Proven experience working across multiple East African regulatory environments. 

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance frameworks in East Africa.
• Effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to influence senior management and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex regulations into practical solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools.
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking.
• Professionalism, discretion, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Results-oriented, proactive, and self-motivated.