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Publiée le
27 janvier 2026

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Job title : Law Enforcement Agency/Regulatory Liaison Officer
Department : Compliance
Reporting Line : Head Compliance
Location : Head Office
Number of Position : 01
Roles & Responsibilities
A- KYC Onboarding & Account Compliance
Ensure that all customer accounts are opened in strict compliance with the Bank’s KYC Procedures and AML Policy
Review new and existing customer files to confirm proper customer identification, valid and reliable identification documents and consistency between customer information and supporting documentation
Prevent onboarding or continuation of relationships where KYC requirements are not met
Ensure no anonymous, fictitious, or inadequately identified accounts exist within the bank
Escalate all exceptions without delay for prompt.
B- Customer Identification & Beneficial Ownership
Ensure proper identification and verification of all customers, including natural persons, legal persons and legal arrangements
Ensure accurate identification and verification of Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs)
Review ownership and control structures to identify direct and indirect ownership and persons exercising effective control.
Escalate cases where beneficial ownership cannot be clearly established.
C- KYC Remediation & File Reviews
Conduct KYC remediation exercises on existing customer portfolios
Identify missing, outdated, or inconsistent KYC information
Coordinate with business units to obtain required remediation documents
Track remediation progress and ensure timely closure of gaps
Maintain proper documentation of remediation actions taken.
Ensure KYC records are retained in accordance with regulatory retention requirements.
D- Customer Risk Assessment & AML Risk Rating
Ensure all customers are assigned an AML risk rating (low, medium, or high)
Validate that risk ratings are accurate, justified and consistent with customer profile, activity, and geographic exposure
Ensure periodic review and update of customer risk classifications
Recommend enhanced controls where customer risk increases
E- Third-Party, Partner & Vendor Due Diligence
Ensure due diligence is conducted on all partners, vendors, agents, and third parties
Assess AML/CFT, sanctions, and reputational risks associated with third parties
Support onboarding and periodic review of vendors and partners.
F- Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
The Officer shall ensure appropriate Enhanced Due Diligence is applied to high-risk customers, including but not limited to politically exposed persons, correspondent banks, financial institutions, non-resident clients etc.
Ensure EDD measures are applied when appropriate such as obtaining Senior management approval where required, identification of source of funds and source of wealth, and enhanced monitoring and periodic reviews.
G- Suspicious Transaction Reporting (STR)
Prepare STRs in accordance with regulatory requirements
Ensure STRs are accurate, complete, well-reasoned and properly documented
Submit STRs to relevant regulatory authorities within prescribed timelines.
Maintain strict confidentiality of STRs and related investigations
H- Training & Awareness and Other duties
Provide guidance and support to business units on KYC requirement
Support AML/CFT training initiatives related to KYC
Promote a strong compliance and vigilance culture within the bank
Monitor adherence to internal AML/CFT policies and procedures
Participate in regulatory inspections and audits as required
Prepare periodic KYC remediation and compliance reports for the Chief Compliance Officer
Support implementation of regulatory changes affecting KYC/CDD/EDD
Perform any other duties assigned by the Head of Compliance within the scope of the role.
Knowledge and Skills Required
Good understanding of the Cameroonian banking regulations, AML and Cameroon identification laws.
Ability to interpret complex ownership structures
Good understanding of AML/CFT regulations and typologies
High attention to detail and sound professional judgment
Strong written communication skills (especially for STR drafting)
Ability to work under pressure and meet regulatory deadlines
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and independence.
Candidates must be bilingual (English and French).
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor degree in Law, Finance, Banking, accounting, Risk Management or related field.
Recognized Compliance or AML/CFT professional certification, such as ACAMS, ICA etc.
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in KYC / CDD / EDD, AML/CFT Compliance, Financial Crimes compliance or similar role within a financial institution.
Application submission
Candidates should send their resume and motivation letter to hcmrecruitcameroon@ubagroup.com, with the heading “Know Your Customer (KYC) Remediation Compliance Officer” Latest January 31, 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to proceed to the interview stage.
UBA Cameroon is committed to meritocracy and inclusiveness and will not unfairly discriminate in recruitment, training, career development and promotion on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, gender, marital status, disability, religion or belief and age.
If you do not receive any response 01 month after this publication, kindly consider your application as non-accepted on this occasion.
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