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Compliance Officer — Anti-Money Laundering

KCB Group PLC · Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

· Onsite · KSh200,000 - KSh400,000/month

0 Applicants · 0 Views · Posted 3 hours ago

Position Overview

Location: Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

Compensation: KSh200,000 - KSh400,000/month

Experience: 3-5 years

Position: Mid

Type: Job

Practice Area: Banking Law, Criminal Law

Remote: No

Posted: Mar 14, 2026

Deadline: Jul 15, 2026

Job Description

KCB Group, East Africa's largest bank by assets, seeks a Compliance Officer specializing in AML/CFT/CPF to join its Group Legal & Compliance division. The role supports KCB's compliance programme across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan, and DRC.

Responsibilities

Conduct transaction monitoring and suspicious transaction report (STR) filings with the Financial Reporting Centre (FRC). Perform customer due diligence reviews and enhanced due diligence for PEPs and high-risk customers. Develop and deliver AML training programmes. Liaise with FRC, CBK, and law enforcement on AML matters. Support group-wide AML risk assessments.

Requirements

LLB or relevant degree. 3-5 years AML compliance experience in banking or financial services. CAMS certification preferred. Deep knowledge of Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act (POCAMLA), CBK Prudential Guidelines on AML/CFT, and FATF Recommendations.

Perks & Benefits

Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning

Compensation

KSh200,000 - KSh400,000/month

Practice Area

Banking Law, Criminal Law

Position

Mid

Required Skills

AML/CFT compliance, Transaction monitoring, STR filing, KYC/CDD, CAMS

Industry

Legal

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: KCB Group PLC Hiring Team

Application Deadline

July 15, 2026

Employment Type

Full time