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Busha
Busha
11 – 50 Employees
ConsultingCryptoLogistics
Busha is a Nigeria-based digital assets company and SEC-licensed crypto platform for buying, selling, swapping, and managing cryptocurrencies. It supports more than 800,000 verified users and over 45 crypto assets, with services including Busha Earn for earning interest and Busha Spend for using digital assets. Through Busha Commerce, the company also helps merchants accept stablecoins globally, combining digital asset access with compliance-focused operations and customer support.
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Legal and Compliance Officer – Nairobi, On-site

Lead AML, KYC, transaction monitoring, and regulatory compliance for Busha’s regulated cryptocurrency exchange in Kenya. Help support responsible growth across the fintech and virtual asset sectors.

KEKenyaOn-siteFull-timeMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredAttorney

Description

  • Manage end-to-end onboarding for retail and corporate customers, covering KYC, KYB, AML/CFT checks, sanctions screening, and enhanced due diligence
  • Handle information requests from regulators, law enforcement authorities, and industry organizations
  • Assist with relevant licensing applications and renewal activities
  • Operate and maintain transaction monitoring controls to identify suspicious activity, unusual behavior, and financial crime exposure
  • Perform recurring compliance assessments, KYC refreshes, ongoing monitoring, and customer risk reviews
  • Direct investigations into fraud, sanctions violations, and suspicious transaction reports
  • Create and maintain compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures consistent with Bank guidance, Kenya’s Anti-Money Laundering Act, and recognized virtual asset practices
  • Track regulatory changes in Kenya and applicable international jurisdictions
  • Partner with Product, Operations, and Support to integrate compliance requirements into business processes
  • Carry out internal compliance audits, risk evaluations, and regular testing of systems and controls
  • Build compliance awareness through training, education, and consistent internal communication

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in law, economics, finance, business, or a related discipline
  • At least three years of experience in compliance, risk, or AML/CFT roles within fintech, payments, banking, or virtual assets
  • Strong knowledge of Kenya’s regulatory environment for fintech companies, payment service providers, and virtual asset service providers
  • Practical experience with KYC/KYB, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and STR/SAR submissions
  • Understanding of FATF guidance, VASP compliance obligations, and financial crime patterns in digital assets
  • Highly analytical, detail-oriented approach to compliance work
  • Comfort working effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and stakeholder coordination abilities

Benefits

  • Professional development support
  • The opportunity to contribute to a company advancing fintech across Africa

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