Compliance Officer/Money Laundering Reporting Officer (CO/MLRO) - MEASA

Binance is the leading global blockchain ecosystem and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider whose suite of financial products includes the world’s largest digital-asset exchange. Our mission is to accelerate cryptocurrency adoption and increase the freedom of money.If you’re looking for a fast-paced, mission-driven organization where opportunities to learn and excel are endless, then Binance is the place for you.Binance is seeking an experienced and highly-motivated Compliance Officer/Money Laundering Reporting Officer to oversee our compliance activities in the MEASA (Middle East, Africa and South Asia), ideally with prior exposure in regulated jurisdictions including: the  DIFC, ADGM or Bahrain.As a CO/MLRO, you will play a crucial role in implementing and maintaining effective compliance programs to protect the organization from regulatory risks, as well as ensuring adherence to local and international anti-money laundering and compliance standards.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance programs in line with regional and international regulations such as AML/CFT, KYC, and sanctions compliance.
• Monitor and review internal controls to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies, specifically in the MEASA region.
• Liaise and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies and manage any regulatory inquiries and reporting obligations for the organization in the region.
• Coordinate with global compliance teams to align compliance objectives, processes, and goals, ensuring consistent practices across the organization.
• Conduct ongoing risk assessments to identify potential gaps in the compliance framework and develop action plans to address identified areas of risk.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance-related matters, promoting a culture of integrity, compliance, and transparency throughout the organization.
• Implement continuous improvement to the compliance program's effectiveness, recommending changes as needed to ensure adaptation to a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in compliance, AML/CFT, or regulatory affairs, with a focus on the financial services or related industries within the MEASA region.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience in MEASA including DFSA, FSRA or CBB regulations and compliance standards.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex information to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying, addressing, and preventing compliance risks.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Arabic or other relevant languages would be considered as an advantage.
• Distinguished leadership capabilities and experience in managing cross-functional teams.

Working at Binance• Be a part of the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem that continues to grow and offers excellent career development opportunities.• Work alongside diverse, world-class talent in an environment where learning and growth opportunities are endless.• Tackle fast-paced, challenging and unique projects.• Work in a truly global organization, with international teams and a flat organizational structure.• Competitive salary and benefits.• Balance life and work with flexible working hours and casual work attire.Learn more about how Binancians embody the organization’s core values, creating a unified culture that enables collaboration, excellence, and growth. Apply today to be a part of the Web3 revolution! Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success. By submitting a job application, you confirm that you have read and agree to our Candidate Privacy Notice.

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