25 May 2026

Team Lead, Financial Crime and Compliance at National Bank of Kenya

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Job Description

National Bank is a major player in Kenya’s banking industry. It is one of the largest banks in the country giving financial services to all sectors of the economy. The bank will continue to cover the financial landscape and respond positively to the needs of its customers, shareholders and the economy besides offering traditional financial services and pro…

Team Lead, Financial Crime and Compliance

Job Reference No. NBK/Risk/08/2026

Position Scope:

  • The role holder will be responsible for implementing measures to ensure adherence to the regulatory requirements and internal procedures, thereby minimizing losses arising from cost of non-compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • To ensure that the Bank’s business conducted follows international /Local AML regulations and the bank’s AML/CFT policies
  • Conduct review to test the validity and appropriateness of, and business compliance with, financial crime policies and procedures.
  • Manage AML/CFT escalation issues for the business
  • Provide regular reports to Chief Conduct & Compliance Officer and providerecommendations for mitigating financial crime risk.
  • Advise on new AML/CFT regulations by liaising with the Head, Advisory & Support to performing training
  • Tracking significant issues arising from Financial Crime Compliance (FCC)metrics, FCC Monitoring and Assurance activities, Audit reviews and regulatory inspections, providing validation of issue closure where necessary.
  • Ensure all AML/CFT procedures relating to the business coverage model are upto date
  • Assist to implement and maintain anti-money laundering, sanctions and terrorist financing policies and procedures, monitor their adequacy.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

  • 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 Controlwithin 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.
  • Discretion in handling confidential information
  • Collaboration: forms business partnerships that help drive the Bank’s Assurance agenda.
  • Good knowledge of Banking laws and regulations
  • Stakeholder Management


Method of Application

Send your CV and application letter showing how you meet the role requirement stated above to: 

[email protected] 

by Friday, 5 th June 2026





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