Legal & Compliance Officer

Location: Buea

Salary: Undisclosed

Posted at: Jan 18, 2026

About KNF Properties

KNF Properties is transforming property ownership in Cameroon by combining a property marketplace with a Property Protection Registry. Our mission is to protect property owners from fraud while ensuring all listings comply with Cameroonian property laws, customary land practices, and official documentation requirements.

We are seeking a Legal & Compliance Officer to oversee regulatory compliance, manage legal risks, and ensure the integrity of our property verification processes.

 

Role Summary

As the Legal & Compliance Officer, you will ensure that all property registrations, verification processes, and transactions comply with Cameroon’s land laws and regulations. You will also support dispute resolution, advise on legal risks, and help maintain the trustworthiness of KNF Properties’ platform.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Review property listings and documents to ensure legal compliance.
  • Advise on Cameroon land laws, customary ownership practices, leases, and allocations.
  • Support the Verification Engine team to flag potential legal or fraud issues.
  • Draft, review, and update internal policies and contracts.
  • Handle dispute resolution between property owners and buyers, providing legal guidance.
  • Ensure KNF Properties complies with data protection, privacy, and property regulations.
  • Collaborate with government offices, surveyors, and local authorities for verification and compliance purposes.
  • Conduct periodic audits of property registrations and verification processes.

 

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, preferably with a focus on property, land, or real estate law.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in legal compliance, property law, or related roles.
  • Strong knowledge of Cameroon property laws, customary land practices, and government procedures.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to interpret legal documents and provide practical guidance.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with teams, authorities, and clients.
  • High integrity, ethics, and discretion when handling sensitive property data.

 

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • Opportunity to work on innovative property protection technology.
  • Exposure to Cameroon’s property and land governance systems.
  • Career growth within KNF Properties, with potential leadership opportunities.
  • A chance to contribute to preventing property fraud and protecting property owners.

 

Application Process

  1. Prepare your CV and cover letter highlighting your experience in property law, compliance, or legal advisory.
  2. Submit your application to: careers@knfproperties.com with the subject line:
    "Application – Legal & Compliance Officer".
  3. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews and case-based assessments.

 

KNF Properties is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, are welcome.



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