Verification Officer

About the role

At Leap Microfinance, we empower individuals and businesses with smart financial solutions that drive sustainable growth. We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Verification Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT)

Employment Type: Full-time Description Leap MFI is seeking a diligent, detail oriented, and results driven Verification Officer to join out team.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct thorough verification of loan applicants and their guarantors. Carry out physical visit to applicants' residence and places of business. Validate submitted documents and information. Confirm KYC information, including BVN, NIN and ID cards. Prepare accurate verification reports and submit findings promptly. Identify discrepancies and potential risks during verification. Keep verification records secure and confidential.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degres or HND in relevant discipline Previous experience in verification, or field operation (Microfinance or Banking preferred) Good Knowledge of the local area and its markets Strong communication, analytical, and investigation skills. High level of integrity, attention to detail, and professionalism Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Excel.

What we are looking for

Bachelor's Degres or HND in relevant discipline Previous experience in verification, or field operation (Microfinance or Banking preferred) Good Knowledge of the local area and its markets Strong communication, analytical, and investigation skills.
High level of integrity, attention to detail, and professionalism Ability to work independently and meet