Proten International is an award-winning and leading international Human Resource and Management Consulting firm that provides a range of Advisory and Transformation solutions. Our focus is to align every organisation’s activities relating to People, Process and Technology closely with its business strategy and vision. Founded in 2011 in the United Kingdom, we have since expanded across Europe and Africa, serving clients across the public and private sectors and various industries including Banking, Oil and Gas, Insurance, Information Technology, Real Estate, Energy, FMCG, Manufacturing and many more. In 2015, we launched our Africa office in Lagos, Nigeria and have since provided a range of tailored solutions to various organisations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Compliance and Audit Manager

Location: Gbagada, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Compliance and Audit Manager to lead internal audit activities, ensure regulatory compliance, strengthen internal controls, and support effective risk management across the organization.
• The ideal candidate should have strong analytical and investigative skills, sound knowledge of audit and compliance frameworks, and the ability to identify control gaps and drive corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audit assignments across business units, processes, and operations.
• Review financial, operational, and compliance procedures for adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Identify control weaknesses, process gaps, fraud risks, and compliance issues, and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports covering findings, risk assessments, and actionable recommendations.
• Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
• Conduct compliance reviews to ensure adherence to statutory, regulatory, and industry requirements.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of internal control and governance frameworks.
• Investigate cases of non-compliance, fraud, and operational irregularities as required.
• Partner with department heads and key stakeholders to strengthen controls, improve operational efficiency, and mitigate risks.
• Support the preparation of documentation and reports for external audits and regulatory inspections.
• Maintain accurate audit records and ensure confidentiality and proper handling of sensitive information.
• Stay abreast of changes in regulatory requirements, audit standards, compliance frameworks, and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Audit, Compliance, Risk Management, Internal Control, or a related function.
• Professional certification such asACA, ACCA, CIA, or a relevant compliance/risk certification is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge ofinternal audit procedures, internal controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and relevant reporting/audit tools.
• Strong analytical, investigative, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent report writing, documentation, and attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Housing Allowance
• Annual Leave Allowance
• HMO
• Pension
• Communication Allowance.

Application Closing Date
2nd October, 2026.