Global Financial Crime/Sanctions Legal Counsel

Binance
London, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Asia, Europe, Hong Kong
Workplace: RemoteFull timeFunction: Legal, Risk & ComplianceExperience: 10+ yearsSkills: ["Communication","Leadership","Stakeholder management","Advisory"]

Lead the sanctions legal program for a global fintech; advise on OFAC, EU, and multi-jurisdictional sanctions, and collaborate with compliance and legal teams to mitigate sanctions risks across all business activities and transactions. Provide expert representation with regulators and external counsel, shaping Binance's sanctions strategy in a fast-paced, cross-border environment.

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Binance
Binance
4 months ago

Global Financial Crime/Sanctions Legal Counsel

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Job Summary

Lead the sanctions legal program for a global fintech; advise on OFAC, EU, and multi-jurisdictional sanctions, and collaborate with compliance and legal teams to mitigate sanctions risks across all business activities and transactions. Provide expert representation with regulators and external counsel, shaping Binance's sanctions strategy in a fast-paced, cross-border environment.
Location: London, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Asia, Europe, Hong Kong
Workplace: Remote
Employment Type: Full time · Permanent
Job Function: Legal, Risk & Compliance

Key Responsibilities

  • •Serve as the subject matter expert and lead counsel for sanctions-related legal issues, including those with substantial legal, financial, or reputational implications.
  • •Act as the primary point of contact for matters pertaining to sanctions legal risks, offering advice on compliance with US/OFAC sanctions, plus insights on other applicable sanctions regulations such as those in the EU, following consultation with local legal advisors.
  • •Collaborate with the global sanctions compliance team and other control functions to identify, manage, and mitigate sanctions risks in all business operations and transactions.
  • •Offer expert legal representation in filings, communications with OFAC, and interactions with other sanctions-associated regulatory bodies. This includes voluntary self-disclosures, license applications, requests for guidance, and responses to legal injunctions.
  • •Provide proficient legal advice on contract issues and specific transaction-related sanctions questions, prepare necessary documentation, and conduct appropriate analyses as needed.

Key Requirements

  • •10+ years of relevant experience as an attorney and compliance professional specializing in sanctions matters.
  • •Deep technical expertise in sanctions laws and regulations, and experience dealing with OFAC and other authoritative bodies in major jurisdictions.
  • •Sound knowledge of sanctions issues occurring in complex transactions and financial products.
  • •Strong communication skills with internal stakeholders at all levels and the ability to present concise recommendations to senior management.
  • •Proven leadership aptitude and ability to work with lawyers and businesses across diverse geographies and cultures.
Experience:10+ yearsFintechCryptocurrencyFinanceRegulatory
Skills:CommunicationLeadershipStakeholder managementAdvisory

Company Brief

Binance
Operates one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, offering spot and derivatives trading, a native token (BNB), wallet services, staking, and a broad suite of crypto financial products and infrastructure.
Industry: Trading Platforms
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Valuation: Unicorn (USD 1B+)
Funding: Bootstrapped
Headquarters: George Town, Cayman Islands
Founded: 2017
WebsiteLinkedIn