Head of Risk & Compliance at Infrastructure Bank Plc

The Infrastructure Bank Plc was established in 1992 under decree No. 51 of the 1992 constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Infrastructure Bank Plc is Nigeria’s dedicated infrastructure bank providing financial solutions to support key long term infrastructure projects, including transportation infrastructure, municipal common services, mass housing and district development, solid waste management and water provision, and power and renewable energy projects.

The Infrastructure Bank Plc has a unique ownership structure. It is majority owned by the private sector but also has the Federal Government, State Governments and Local Governments as well as the Nigeria Labour Congress as shareholders. The Bank is thus a government sponsored but private sector led development finance institution.Job Description

The Head of Risk & Compliance will provide executive-level oversight of risk management, regulatory compliance, and governance across the Bank.
The role requires deep expertise in banking regulations, risk frameworks, and AML/CFT programs, with proven experience managing complex risk environments and engaging regulators.
This position demands strategic judgment, strong leadership, and the ability to build resilient systems that safeguard the Bank’s operations while supporting sustainable growth.
Strategic orientation and sound judgment.
Strong knowledge of banking regulations and risk frameworks.
Leadership and team development ability.
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.

KEY COMPETENCIES

High integrity, discretion, and professional conduct.
Develop and implement TIB’s integrated risk and compliance strategy.
Oversee credit, market, operational, technology, cyber, and reputational risks.
Lead AML/CFT, sanctions compliance, and fraud prevention programs.
Ensure accurate and timely regulatory reporting (CBN, SEC, NDIC, FIRS, etc.).
Strengthen governance by supporting the Board and executive committees.
Build and mentor a high-performing risk & compliance team.
Drive a culture of ethics, integrity, and risk awareness across the Bank.
Manage stakeholder relationships with regulators, auditors, and partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Law, Accounting, Business, or related field (Master’s is an advantage).
Professional certifications such as CAMS, CFA, FRM, ACA, ACCA, CISA, CISSP (Nigerian equivalents like CIBN, ICAN, CIIN are an advantage).
12–15 years of relevant experience, including 7+ years at senior management level in banking or financial services.
Proven expertise in AML/CFT, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
Experience in project finance, infrastructure lending, PPPs, or development finance preferred.
Strong track record in managing technology, cyber, and third-party risks.