Government Relations Director

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with government ministries, regulatory agencies (e.g., CBN, NDIC, NIBSS, FCCPC, NITDA), legislative bodies, and industry associations.
• Represent the bank in meetings, consultations, and public hearings related to the financial services industry.
• Build partnerships with industry stakeholders to align common policy positions.
• Expand and maintain relationships with state-level regulators and agencies for branch licensing, operational permits, and state-specific compliance requirements.
• Engage with tax authorities (FIRS, LIRS) on evolving tax policies impacting operations.

• Track and interpret new laws, regulations, and government initiatives affecting the banking and fintech sectors.
• Analyze potential business impact and advise senior management.
• Establish an early warning system for regulatory and policy changes that could affect Renmoney’s strategy or operations.”
• Coordinate with Compliance and Legal teams to ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and establish an early warning system for regulatory and policy changes that could affect Renmoney’s strategy or operations.

• Develop and execute advocacy strategies to shape regulatory and policy outcomes in the bank’s Favour.
• Prepare position papers, briefs, and presentations for submission to policymakers.
• Participate in consultations to provide feedback on draft regulations and industry reforms.

• Provide regular updates to executive leadership on political, economic, and regulatory trends.
• Participate in business planning sessions to identify regulatory implications early in product and market entry strategies.
• Advise on strategic opportunities and risks emerging from government actions.
• Support product launches and expansion plans with regulatory engagement.

• Serve as a key contact point for government relations during crises.
• Coordinate response strategies in situations involving regulatory disputes or public policy concerns.
• Lead regulatory engagement during high-impact events, including regulatory inspections, product compliance queries, or operational disputes, ensuring minimal business disruption.

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, or related field (Master’s degree is an advantage).
• 10+ years of experience in government relations, regulatory affairs, or public policy in banking, fintech, or telecoms.
• Strong understanding of Nigeria’s financial regulatory framework and political landscape.
• Proven experience engaging with senior government officials and industry bodies.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and policy interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and sensitive information.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Strategic thinking with problem-solving abilities.

• Quality and timeliness of regulatory insights provided to management.
• Strength of relationships with key government and regulatory stakeholders.
• Success in influencing policy outcomes beneficial to the bank.
• Level of proactive engagement in regulatory consultations and industry forums.
• Time taken to secure regulatory approvals for planned initiatives.
• Number of strategic projects supported through proactive regulatory engagement.
• Reduction in compliance-related delays or penalties.

• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping regulatory engagement and public policy in Nigeria’s fast-evolving financial sector.
• Direct access to senior leadership and influence on strategic decision-making at the highest levels of the bank.
• A platform to build and strengthen relationships with key policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
• Exposure to cutting-edge initiatives in banking, fintech, and digital finance with regional and global impact.
• Competitive executive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive benefits.
• Professional development through policy forums, industry associations, and global regulatory networks.
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture that values integrity, innovation, and strategic thinking.
• Long-term career growth opportunities within a leading financial institution.

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