Monitoring & Regulatory Compliance Senior Specialist

Position Overview Zanaco Bank Plc is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the following job aimed at contributing to the Bank’s strategic vision, in the CEO’s Division under the Compliance & Financial Crime at Head Office – Support Functions: Role Description Job Purpose: To lead day-to-day delivery of risk-based compliance monitoring under the Monitoring and Regulatory Compliance Head, assessing adherence to applicable laws, regulations and internal policies, supervising the monitoring team and validating corrective actions. This position requires a seasoned professional with a strong understanding of banking regulations, risk management, and compliance best practices. The Senior Specialist leads complex compliance activities, provides guidance, and serves as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and regulatory inquiries. Job Responsibilities: Compliance Monitoring and Risk Management · Prepare the annual risk-based compliance monitoring plan for the Head’s approval, coordinating coverage with other assurance providers. · Supervise the monitoring team and ensure effective execution of the annual plan · Lead compliance reviews and breach assessments within mandate, coordinating with relevant investigation owners and escalating material findings. · Monitor applicable requirements covering data protection, cybersecurity, information security, IT governance, customer protection, products and channels; coordinate AML/CFT and KYC coverage with Financial Crime Compliance. · Track findings, challenge corrective actions, independently validate closure evidence and escalate overdue or unresolved issues to the Head. · Track plan delivery, allocate assignments within delegated authority, coach monitoring staff and escalate delays or coverage gaps. · Maintain monitoring methodologies and translate regulatory requirements into testing procedures, coordinating interpretation with the Regulatory and Advisory Specialist. · Assess