Legal & Compliance Associate

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The Legal & Compliance Associate supports legal, regulatory, and compliance functions at Nomba, a financial services company. This full-time role requires 5-8 years experience and involves regulatory engagement, financial crime compliance, contract management, and dispute resolution.

• Full-time role at a fintech company
• Supports legal, regulatory, and compliance functions
• Requires 5-8 years experience
• Based in Lagos, Nigeria

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Legal & Compliance Associate at Nomba (Formerly Kudi) July, 2026 | MyJobMag Login Signup Employers Nigeria Ghana Kenya Nigeria South Africa UK Jobs Career Advice Post Job Search for Jobs Abia Abuja Adamawa Akwa Ibom Anambra Bauchi Bayelsa Benue Borno Cross River Delta Ebonyi Edo Ekiti Enugu Gombe Imo Jigawa Kaduna Kano Katsina Kebbi Kogi Kwara Lagos Nasarawa Niger Ogun Ondo Osun Other Oyo Plateau Rivers Sokoto Taraba Yobe Zamfara Administration / Facilities Agriculture / Agro-Allied Art / Crafts / Languages Aviation / Aerospace Banking Bursary and Scholarships Caregiver / Nanny / Social Workers Catering / Confectionery Construction and Site Engineering Consultancy Content, Editorial and Journalism Customer Care, Success and Service Data, Business Analysis and AI Driving Education / Teaching / Training Engineering / Technical Environment Health and Safety Finance / Accounting / Audit Food, Beverage and Hospitality General Graduate Jobs Human Resources / HR ICT / Computer Insurance Internships Janitorial Services Legal and Regulatory Logistics Manufacturing Marketing and Communication Media Production and Entertainment Medical / Healthcare NGO/Non-Profit Oil and Gas, Energy and Mining Pharmaceutical Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain Product Management Project and Program Management Real Estate Research and Development RFP / RFQ / EOI Risk Management and Compliance Sales and Business Development Science Security / Intelligence Shipping and Maritime Sports, Fitness and Personal Care Strategic and Top Management Travels and Tours UX, Design and Architecture Volunteer BA/BSc/HND First School Leaving Certificate MBA/MSc/MA NCE OND Others PhD/Fellowship Professional Certificate Secondary School (SSCE) Vocational Close Detailed Search X Send this job to a friend Type the email of your friend Enter your email Type Your Email Message I think you may be interested in this position - Legal & Compliance Associate at Nomba (Formerly Kudi). 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Read more about this company Legal & Compliance Associate Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 5 - 8 years Location Lagos Job Field Legal and Regulatory The Legal & Compliance Associate supports the delivery of the company's legal, regulatory, and compliance functions, ensuring that the business operates in accordance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and internal policies. The role combines legal advisory responsibilities with hands-on compliance execution across regulatory engagement, financial crime compliance, contract management, dispute resolution, and stakeholder training. The successful candidate will work closely with internal business units, regulators, law enforcement agencies, and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory obligations while providing practical legal guidance to support the company's operations. The role requires a commercially minded legal professional with strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills, together with the ability to manage regulatory matters in a fast-paced fintech environment. Key Responsibilities Report Directly to Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance Handle regulatory and compliance matters, ensuring the company's operations remain compliant with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. Manage day-to-day compliance activities, including monitoring compliance obligations, reviewing internal processes, and supporting the implementation of regulatory requirements. Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, and other periodic compliance and regulatory reports for internal management and relevant regulatory authorities. Develop and deliver compliance awareness programmes and training sessions for employees and internal stakeholders to promote a strong compliance culture across the organisation. Liaise with local and regional law enforcement agencies, regulators, and other government authorities regarding investigations, regulatory enquiries, and compliance related matters. Review, coordinate, and respond to law enforcement requests, ensuring that disclosures are made appropriately and in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory obligations. Manage customer disputes and provide legal support in resolving complaints, claims, and escalated matters while mitigating legal and regulatory risk to the business. Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements, including service agreements, vendor contracts, partnership agreements, non disclosure agreements, and other legal documentation. Provide legal advice to business units on operational, commercial, regulatory, and corporate matters affecting the organisation. Support the development, review, and implementation of internal legal and compliance policies, procedures, and governance frameworks. Monitor changes in applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance, assess their impact on the business, and recommend appropriate actions. Maintain accurate legal and compliance records, documentation, and regulatory correspondence. Support internal investigations and compliance reviews, ensuring appropriate documentation, escalation, and remediation where necessary. Collaborate with cross functional teams to identify legal and compliance risks and implement practical risk mitigation measures. Assist with regulatory examinations, audits, and information requests from supervisory authorities. Requirements 5 to 8 years post qualification experience in Legal and Compliance, preferably within a fintech, financial services institution, payment service provider, or other regulated industry. Qualified Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B) and successful completion of the Nigerian Law School. Strong understanding of Nigerian financial services regulation, corporate law, contract law, data protection, and compliance obligations. Experience engaging with regulatory authorities and law enforcement agencies. Experience handling regulatory reporting and maintaining compliance documentation. Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory skills. Experience managing customer disputes and providing practical legal solutions. Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem solving abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across business functions. Ability to prioritise multiple responsibilities and work effectively in a fast paced environment. High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound commercial judgement Check how your CV aligns with this job Method of Application Interested and qualified? 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