Compliance Legal Counsel, Global Sanctions

20 Hours ago • All levels • Legal

Job Summary

Job Description

ByteDance seeks a Compliance Legal Counsel specializing in Global Sanctions, based in Singapore. The role involves enhancing and maintaining global corporate sanctions compliance programs, focusing on US and EU/UK regulations. Responsibilities include advising stakeholders on sanctions issues, conducting risk assessments, maintaining competency in evolving sanctions laws, improving sanctions compliance screening, advising on internal investigations, and conducting compliance training. Ideal candidates possess a law degree, proven compliance experience in both law firms and in-house roles within multinational companies (technology/fintech preferred), a deep understanding of sanctions and AML laws, strong communication skills, and leadership capabilities.
Must have:
  • JD or LLM preferred
  • Experience in US/UK/EU markets
  • Sanctions and AML expertise
  • Strong communication skills
  • Compliance program maintenance
  • Risk assessment and remediation
  • Internal investigation support
  • Compliance training
Good to have:
  • Fintech experience
  • Problem-solving and process improvement skills

Job Details

Responsibilities
ByteDance will be prioritizing applicants who have a current right to work in Singapore, and do not require ByteDance sponsorship of a visa. About the Team: Our Global Legal Compliance (GLC) team provides key support for all of ByteDance’s innovative initiatives, state-of-the-art products, and integrated platforms servicing our global markets. We help our technological and business teams enable their vision by providing integrated legal compliance guidance and support. The team is growing fast and is seeking a highly experienced, bright & capable compliance lawyer to join us. We are looking for experienced Sanctions Compliance Counsel to be based in Singapore to join our Global Legal Compliance team as a key member to advise and counsel sanctions-related issues ex-China, with direct experience in sanctions and anti-money-laundering areas, who also possess strong client engagement skills. The ideal candidate is willing to work in a fast-paced, global environment with cross-functional teams in different time zones, and enjoys the challenges and opportunities of novel issues across a variety of jurisdictions with an open-minded mentality to tackle issues which we may not have seen before. Responsibilities - This position is responsible for the ongoing enhancement and maintenance of global corporate sanctions compliance programs with a focus on US and EU/UK sanctions laws and regulations; - Be a key member of the sanctions compliance team to advise and counsel stakeholders on sanctions-related issues and provide thoughtful and practical solutions when navigating complex geo-political environments; - Conduct periodic legal compliance risk assessments to assess effectiveness of compliance programs, systems, identify gaps and develop remediation plans; - Maintain competency in evolving sanctions law and regulation trends and risks, and regulatory regimes that could impact the business; - Provide guidance and legal advice on how to improve and operationalize sanctions compliance screening and its mechanism; - Advise internal investigation relevant to compliance policies owned by the Global Legal Compliance team, and partner with internal investigation team to support internal investigations if needed; - Conduct internal compliance training and education programs from time to time in partnership with the other regional compliance counsel and cross functional stakeholders.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - Law degree or Masters of Law, up-to-date qualifications to practice law in common law jurisdiction is required; JD or LLM in US/UK is preferred; - Proven combined compliance experience in a reputable international law firm and in-house with a multi-national company; technology and/or fintech sector experience preferred. Candidates should also have sufficient knowledge of sanctions regulatory and compliance programs. Have experience in the US and UK/EU markets is a strong plus. - Possesses a deep understanding of the substance and nuances of laws in the sanctions and AML areas, skillfully interpreting and applying legal concepts to effectively handle various legal matters, including in ambiguous situations; takes on a leadership role in addressing complex legal matters, where warranted, exhibiting a high level of autonomy and responsibility; considers both business and legal implications of advice with a well-attuned understanding of risk; - Strong oral and written communication skills; understands client needs, requirements, and key concerns; adapts communication style and approach to maximize impact across a range of audiences. - Possess the highest standard of ethics and a positive attitude in learning and willing to pick up new knowledge and skills. - Candidate must be able to demonstrate leadership skills in setting strategic goals, but also have a "roll up their sleeves" mentality in executing the work. - Maintains an appropriate degree of confidentiality. Preferred Qualifications - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating flexibility, commitment to teamwork, and a willingness to change assignments meet clients' needs. Anticipates clients needs and delivers with timeliness, accurately sensing the urgency and sensitivity to the situation. - Proactively identifies problems or issues and takes lead in resolving issues, and makes recommendations for necessary process improvements. - Demonstrates creativity in finding solutions and uses good judgment in doing so. #LI-Hybrid
Job Information
About Us

Founded in 2012, ByteDance's mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. With a suite of more than a dozen products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut and Pico as well as platforms specific to the China market, including Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, ByteDance has made it easier and more fun for people to connect with, consume, and create content.

Why Join ByteDance

Inspiring creativity is at the core of ByteDance's mission. Our innovative products are built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and enrich life - a mission we work towards every day.

As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.

Diversity & Inclusion

ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.

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