Unified Payment Services Limited is Nigeria’s premier Payments & Financial Technology company that operates as a shared infrastructure for the banking community in Nigeria and Payments Service Provider within and outside Nigeria, with a vision to be the most preferred e-payment service provider in Africa.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Policy / Government Regulations Analyst
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- The Policy/Government Regulations Analyst will support the organization in ensuring compliance with relevant government regulations, policies, and laws.
- This role involves conducting research, monitoring regulatory developments, analyzing proposed and existing policies, and providing recommendations to internal teams.
- The analyst will assist in the preparation of regulatory reports, filings, and other compliance-related documentation, while also helping to ensure the organization remains informed and proactive about regulatory changes and their impact on business operations.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze local, regional, and international government regulations and policies affecting the organization’s operations.
- Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to ensure organizational compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Conduct research on regulatory trends, legislative changes, and governmental policies that may impact the organization.
- Prepare reports and summaries on regulatory matters for senior management and other departments.
- Assist in preparing and submitting regulatory filings, applications, and documentation required by government authorities.
- Provide guidance on regulatory compliance issues, identifying risks and proposing solutions to mitigate them.
- Ensure there is an effective system for the reporting of code of conduct violations and investigation within the organization
- Collaborate with legal, compliance, and other departments to support regulatory compliance and policy implementation.•Support the organization’s advocacy efforts by researching and drafting policy positions on relevant regulatory matters.
- Assist in the development of internal policies, procedures, and systems to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements including privacy laws.
- Participate in training programs to educate internal stakeholders on regulatory changes and compliance requirements.
- Maintain a comprehensive understanding of industry regulations, standards, and government policies relevant to the organization’s business.
- Provide administrative support in managing relationships with government agencies and regulatory bodies
- Assist in auditing processes and conducting compliance assessments within the organization.
- Support the development of risk management strategies related to regulatory compliance.
- Report on the status of ongoing regulatory initiatives, highlighting potential compliance risks and opportunities for improvement.
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Law, Risk Management, or a related field.
- A Master’s Degree or equivalent in a relevant field is an advantage.
General Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years experience in policy analysis, government relations, or regulatory affairs, preferably in a corporate, governmental, or consulting environment.
- Experience in researching and interpreting government regulations and policies.
Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of relevant regulations, laws, and compliance standards applicable to the organization’s industry.
- Proficiency in analyzing and synthesizing complex policy and regulatory information.
- Ability to draft clear and concise reports, summaries, and policy documents.
- Familiarity with compliance and regulatory reporting systems.
- Strong research skills, with the ability to access and analyze government publications, databases, and reports.
Application Closing Date
31st October, 2025
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@up-ng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.