Legal, Compliance & ESG – Mobility Business at Access Bank

Access Bank Plc is a full service commercial Bank operating through a network of about 366 branches and service outlets located in major centres across Nigeria, Sub Saharan Africa and the United Kingdom. Listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange in 1998, the Bank serves its various markets through 4 business segments: Personal, Business, Commercial and Corporate & Investment banking. The Bank has over 830,000 shareholders including several Nigerian and International Institutional Investors and has enjoyed what is arguably Africa's most successful banking growth trajectory in the last ten years ranking amongst Africa's top 20 banks by total assets and capital in 2011. As part of its continued growth strategy, Access Bank is focused on mainstreaming sustainable business practices into its operations. The Bank strives to deliver sustainable economic growth that is profitable, environmentally responsible and socially relevant.
Job Description

This position is responsible for implementing ESG and compliance frameworks, conducting assessments of projects and investments, monitoring sustainability trends, and driving continuous improvement in governance practices. Successful candidates will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the Bank’s operations remain compliant, transparent, and sustainable.

Responsibilities

Analyze and interpret ESG standards, regulations, and compliance frameworks.
Conduct ESG and compliance risk assessments of investment proposals.
Collaborate with internal teams to support green financing initiatives.
Monitor sustainability and compliance trends, recommending strategies for improvement.
Track and analyze ESG performance metrics, preparing regular reports and disclosures.
Support the preparation of annual sustainability reports and regulatory submissions.
Facilitate internal and external compliance audits.
Engage stakeholders on ESG and compliance matters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, Finance, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an advantage.
Professional membership/certification in ESG, Compliance, or Risk Management is an added advantage.
3–8 years’ progressive experience in ESG reporting, compliance, governance, or sustainability.
Strong knowledge of ESG principles, compliance regulations, and reporting frameworks.
High ethical standards, integrity, and sound judgment.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); knowledge of Power BI is a plus.