Global Sanctions Governance Specialist

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by over 280 million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, strong and seasoned Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) professional to join Binance's Sanctions Compliance team. This role is a senior-level position that requires strong problem solving skills and the ability to take things on and make them happen.

Responsibilities:

• A strong knowledge of Sanctions & CTF risks, controls, industry best practice and regulatory requirements
• Deep subject matter expertise and experience in developing and implementing compliance monitoring and testing frameworks in a second line of defence environment with a particular focus on Sanctions & CTF risks
• Critically evaluates processes for identifying, documenting and assessing compliance risks associated with Binance's activities, providing advice and challenge as appropriate
• Strong internal stakeholder management experience, by providing stakeholder pan-Compliance and more broadly in Binance with actionable advice on how to effectively manage Sanctions & CTF related risks, whilst navigating competing interests
• Horizon scans for regulatory and internal developments that affect Binance globally
• Continually assesses FCC risk profile of all businesses, including their impact on internal projects, policies, procedures, processes and systems
• Contributes and participates in internal and industry wide knowledge management initiatives, fostering the exchange of knowledge on evolving regulations, risk typologies etc., in order to better and deepen Sanctions & CTF knowledge
• Possesses key project management skills and is capable of leading projects, ensuring the production of high quality deliverables within agreed timelines and budgets
• Confidently raises challenges, providing different perspectives, whilst at the same time maintaining and building professional relationships
• Previous experience of external stakeholder management and negotiation, ranging from regulators, auditors and industry bodies/associations

Requirements:

• 12+ years of proven experience in the (international) compliance/ financial crime compliance domain
• At least 10+ years in a compliance/FCC monitoring & testing environment Knowledge of banking business, processes, procedures and systems
• University degree
• ACAMS or ACFCS certification is preferred
• Strong analytical and writing skills, and sound judgement
• You understand the business and have strong professional knowledge of the FCC domain, the related processes, technology and developments in the field
• Experience in strategic initiatives and FCC oversight
• Ability to work across functional and geographic lines
• You are pragmatic and energetic
• Learning agility as well as a critical and innovative mindset
• You have natural authority and at the same time you inspire, motivate and help others to succeed
• You are people-focused; connecting and interacting with others is something that comes naturally to you
• You are a good communicator verbally and in writing, being able to convey complex messages in a simple way to bring an understanding to ‘why’ change is required to achieve effective management of Sanctions & CTF risks
• You are an expert in stakeholder management
• You are confident, result driven and seek to find innovative and new creative solutions
• Furthermore, you adhere to the Binance values and it is evident for you that your behaviour is fully aligned with these values

Why Binance

• Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem
• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
• Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment
• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
• Competitive salary and company benefits
• Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)

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