Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by 300+ 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.
About the Role
The role provides senior compliance expertise and leadership to the ADGM Recognised Bodies (i.e., recognised investment exchanges, clearing houses, and custodians) and the ADGM financial services provider entity.
Responsibilities
Review and approve new products, features, and business initiatives to ensure alignment with FSRA rules and requirements
Regulatory Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for new product request/proposal submission, regulatory queries, and approvals concerning product scope and respective FSRA compliance
Risk & Impact Assessment: Conduct compliance risk assessments, gap analyses, and operational testing for new financial instruments, assets, products or features
Generate product compliance plan with joint efforts from cross functions to ensure it is managed in accordance with the BU’s objectives
Policy Implementation: Draft, update, and maintain internal compliance policies, frameworks, and monitoring controls.
Provide advice to staff, training and support as necessary to ensure adherence with the product compliance plans
Assist with internal compliance audits.
Requirements
Minimum of 10 years in regulatory compliance, specifically within fintech, crypto, or traditional financial services.
Deep familiarity with FSRA rulebooks in particular to GEN, COBS, MIR,, etc.
Track record on regulatory engagement on product compliance aspect and hands on experience in responding regulatory queries on new product approval process
Ability to effectively organize rulebook gap analysis and risk assessment with good execution credentials and manage detailed proposal for FSRA’s review and approval
Ability to provide and communicate advice & guidance in a practical & commercial manner with internal stakeholders
Strong attention to detail
