Ikeja Electric is one of the largest power distribution companies in Nigeria, committed to delivering reliable and efficient electricity services to our customers. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, we aim to transform the energy landscape in Nigeria and contribute to the country's economic development. Our mission is to provide exceptional service while ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees and customers.
At Ikeja Electric, we don’t just power homes and businesses – we power careers. As a leading energy provider, we are committed to fostering a culture that champions integrity, innovation, and excellence. Our team is the heartbeat of our success, and we thrive on collaboration, continuous improvement, and creating a workplace where everyone can shine.
Role Purpose
- The Governance & Regulatory Compliance Manager leads the development and execution of Ikeja Electric's corporate governance, regulatory compliance, sustainability, data protection, and regulatory stakeholder engagement strategy.
- This role carries primary accountability for the organisation's compliance with applicable laws, regulations, industry codes, and corporate governance standards, and acts as a key strategic advisor to Management and the Board on governance, regulatory, and risk matters.
- The incumbent will drive a strong culture of ethical conduct, transparency, accountability, and robust risk management across the organisation, positioning compliance as a strategic enabler of sustainable business performance, not merely a control function.
Role Accountabilities
Regulatory Compliance Management:
- Track and coordinate the implementation of regulatory directives, decisions, and compliance actions.
- Conduct compliance reviews, gap assessments, audits, and awareness initiatives to strengthen compliance culture and mitigate regulatory risks.
- Monitor regulatory and legislative developments, providing timely guidance to Management on emerging obligations and business impacts.
- Coordinate the timely preparation and submission of regulatory reports and filings to NERC and other regulatory bodies.
- Develop, implement, and maintain the Company's compliance framework to ensure adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, licences, and industry requirements.
- Maintain compliance registers, trackers, and supporting documentation for audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.
Regulatory & Government Relations:
- Coordinate the Company's participation in regulatory engagements, industry forums, compliance reviews, and legislative hearings.
- Prepare and review presentations, submissions, position papers, briefing notes, and regulatory correspondence.
- Monitor regulatory trends and advise Management on associated risks, opportunities, and stakeholder expectations.
- Ensure relevant business representatives are adequately prepared and mobilised for regulatory engagements.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with regulators, government agencies, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.
Corporate Governance Management:
- Review and update governance policies, standards, and procedures to ensure ongoing effectiveness and compliance.
- Develop, implement, and continuously enhance the Company's corporate governance framework in line with governance codes, regulatory requirements, and Board-approved policies.
- Provide governance advisory support to the Board, Management, and business units.
- Support departments in the development and review of policies to ensure alignment with governance standards.
- Promote ethical conduct, accountability, and governance awareness through training and engagement initiatives.
- Coordinate the preparation of governance reports, Board papers, memoranda, and management updates.
Sustainability & Whistleblowing Management:
- Coordinate sustainability initiatives, monitor ESG performance, and support continuous improvement in environmental and social outcomes.
- Oversee the preparation and publication of sustainability reports and disclosures.
- Administer the whistleblowing programme, ensuring timely escalation, investigation, resolution, and reporting of cases.
- Lead the implementation and monitoring of the Company's sustainability and ESG strategy and reporting framework.
- Promote awareness of whistleblowing channels and strengthen the organisation's ethical culture.
Legal Advisory & Business Support:
- Review and prepare regulatory submissions, legal opinions, stakeholder communications, and position papers.
- Advise Management on new laws, regulations, directives, and regulatory developments affecting the Company.
- Review and support official correspondence and communications across business functions.
- Support the resolution of regulatory, customer, and stakeholder complaints and provide legal input on employee disciplinary matters when required.
- Provide legal and regulatory advisory support on power sector regulations, consumer protection matters, industry reforms, and business operations.
Data Protection Management:
- Manage data subject requests, data breach responses, and privacy-related investigations in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate data protection audits, regulatory filings, and management reporting.
- Develop and maintain data protection policies, procedures, controls, and compliance frameworks.
- Deliver data protection training and awareness programmes to strengthen organisational compliance.
- Serve as the Company's Data Protection Officer and oversee compliance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.
- Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and advise on privacy risks associated with new projects, systems, and processes.
Other Responsibilities:
- Prepare departmental reports, work plans, budgets, and performance updates.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Chief Legal Officer.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance governance effectiveness, compliance performance, and organizational resilience.
- Identify and manage governance, compliance, regulatory, sustainability, and data privacy risks across the organization.
Minimum Requirements
- Experience in Corporate Administration & Planning
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management, Law or any social science related field.
- Experience in Policy formulation and implementation
- Minimum of 10 years experience with at least 5 years in a comparable role; Legal, Governance and Regulatory Stakeholder experience will be an advantage.
Skills & Competencies:
- Risk Management
- Organizational Learning
- Change Management.
- Corporate Governance
- Legal Advisory
- People Leadership
- Stakeholder Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Customer Centricity
