Head of Financial Crime Strategy Africa

Are you passionate about shaping Financial Crime Compliance strategies across diverse African markets while driving measurable business growth? Do you enjoy partnering across teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance customer experience and regulatory outcomes? About the Business LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Business Services vertical, we offer a multitude of solutions focused on helping businesses of all sizes drive higher revenue growth, maximize operational efficiencies, and improve customer experience. Our solutions help our customers solve difficult problems in the areas of Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Terrorist Financing, Identity Authentication & Verification, Fraud and Credit Risk mitigation and Customer Data Management. About the Role You will define and lead the execution of the Financial Crimes Compliance (FCC) strategy across the LexisNexis Risk Solutions business in Africa. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will align strategic priorities, identify growth opportunities, and deliver outcomes that strengthen market position and customer value. This role focuses on translating insights into action, enabling revenue growth and impactful solutions across the region. Responsibilities Responsible for achieving revenue targets and providing excellent customer experience In partnership with other Market Planning team members, develops and executes an Africa FCC strategy, in alignment with global FCC priorities and the priorities of other functions across LNRS Identify potential areas of growth for the FCC business across Africa and define strategy for accelerating revenue. Develop M&A opportunities in line with global FCC and business services strategy Work closely with Product and Data teams to develop FCC Product strategies and roadmaps and associated business cases Partner closely with Sales to win new business, expand existing relationships, and drive referrals Partner closely with Marketing to expand market presence, heighten brand awareness and trust, and intelligently drive qualified leads to Sales Partner with Professional Services on consultative selling and customer management Provide insight and research on competitive intelligence, market sizing, industry trends, regulatory trends and market drivers to inform strategy and improve knowledge sharing across the organisation. Requirements Cross-functional leadership and the ability to work effectively with key partners across a large, global and matrixed organization Experience of working across the African continent Business acumen and strategic planning Disciplined management of complex agenda Critical thinking and analytical skills, and high level of comfort with problem-solving Strong interpersonal and communication skills; team player French and/or Portuguese speaker preferred Domain expertise in the FCC space Working for You We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer: Medical Aid Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover) Study Leave Risk benefit statement Learn more about the LexisNexis Risk team and how we work We know your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. Click here to access benefits specific to your location. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120. Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here . Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy . We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. USA Job Seekers: EEO Know Your Rights .