Team Lead, Regulatory Intelligence & Compliance Job NBK

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Position Scope:

The role holder will be responsible for implementing measures that would ensure adherence to appropriate compliance framework and procedures so as to minimize loss
from non-compliance with the policies & procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the Bank’s regulatory compliance strategy.
• Review recent proposed activities by regulatory agencies to determine potential impact on company operations.
• Monitor and report current and proposed changes to the legislative and regulatory environment that affects the Bank’s operations or strategic plans and engage the
• appropriate areas of the business concerning these developments.
• Stays abreast of industry and compliance trends (local & International); recommends and implements changes to internal company processes as needed.
• Review regulatory submissions for conformance and compliance with rendition deadlines.
• Undertake environmental scanning and provide advice through intelligence led analysis.
• Develop analysis of known and emerging compliance risks and opportunities.
• Complete intelligence assessments on regulatory issues that assist to formulate effective problem-solving strategies, policies and programmes.
• Co-ordinate the bank-wide regulatory monitoring function through the Rule- Book.
• Maintain and update the Bank’s corporate governance code and compliance framework.
• Develop and periodically review and updates Standards of Conduct to ensure continuing currency and relevance in providing guidance to management and
• employees.
• Ensure compliance and adherence to corporate governance codes and standards.
• Develop policy and procedure recommendations on Corporate Governance improvement within the in Bank.
• Develop and aid deliver various training courses on corporate governance within the Bank.
• Provide seamless and responsive front-line compliance advisory support to the business entity, consistent approach to all matters is key.
• Be responsible for working with the product compliance team on new product, policies and proposition sign off.
• Assists in developing the compliance training schedule incorporating results of compliance risk assessments.
• Participate with any New Product approvals alongside Compliance Advisory.
• Develop and lead the Bank’s Exception Management strategy.
• Monitor and report bank wide exception trend and closure.
• Review regulatory exceptions for regularization and closure.
• Co-ordinate the bank-wide monitoring of exception log and ensure prompt regularization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized institution. Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Recognized professional certification such as CFA, CIS, ACCA, ICPAK, CFP, CFE, ACAMS, IT Certifications, etc
• Minimum of 15 years post qualification experience in Compliance & Internal Control within the Financial Services Industry of which at least 10 must have been in the Banking Sector.
• Strong understanding of Kenyan banking regulations and corporate governance.
• Experience in managing compliance monitoring or assurance functions is preferred.
• Banking Operations (Domestic & International Operations)
• Knowledge in Accounting & Credit Analysis / Appraisal• Environmental / Industry Analysis
• Risk Management
• Operational risk
• Investment / Portfolio Management
• Assets & Liabilities Management
• Accounting principles and GL structures
• Proficiency in Excel and financial systems
• IFRS and regulatory reporting standards
• Financial analysis / interpretation
• Knowledge of eCDD systems and global KYC requirements
• Knowledge of AML/CFT/CPF & consumer protection
• Expertise in AML/CFT and sanctions compliance
• Leadership experience
• Strong analytical and investigative skills
• Coaching /Leadership / Influencing
• Strong analytical and investigative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentations skills and team player.

How to Apply

Send your CV and application letter showing how you meet the role requirement stated above to: Recruitment@nationalbank.co.ke by Friday, 5th June 2026

Indicate Name & Job Reference No. NBK/Risk/09/2026 on email subject.

Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage/s of the process.