Global Sanctions Lead Counsel
Binance is a prominent global blockchain ecosystem renowned for operating the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange based on trading volume and registered users. Trusted by over 300 million individuals across more than 100 countries, Binance excels in industry-leading security, transparent user fund management, rapid trading engine performance, deep liquidity provision, and a diverse array of digital-asset offerings. The company's services encompass trading, financial solutions, educational resources, research insights, payment options, institutional services, Web3 functionalities, and more. Leveraging digital assets and blockchain technology, Binance is dedicated to constructing an inclusive financial ecosystem that promotes financial liberty and enhances financial access globally.
Responsibilities:
- Act as the authoritative expert and lead advisor on legal matters related to sanctions, especially those presenting significant legal, financial, or reputational consequences.
- Serve as the primary liaison for concerns related to sanctions legal risks, providing counsel on compliance with US/OFAC sanctions, and insights on other relevant sanctions regulations like those in the EU, after consulting with local legal advisors.
- Collaborate closely with the global team handling sanctions compliance and other internal control functions to identify, address, and minimize risks associated with sanctions in all business activities and transactions.
- Offer expert legal representation in filings, OFAC communications, and engagements with other regulatory bodies related to sanctions. This includes managing voluntary disclosures, license requests, guidance queries, and responses to legal directives.
- Provide expert legal advice on contract issues and specific concerns relating to sanction-aligned transactions, while preparing essential documentation and conducting requisite analyses when necessary.
- Devise and execute leading-edge strategies and initiatives regarding sanctions topics to position Binance as a frontrunner in the industry.
- Supervise involvement and maintain relationships with external legal advisors concerning sanctions-linked matters.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience as an attorney and compliance professional focusing on sanctions affairs.
- Profound technical knowledge of sanctions laws and regulations combined with experience in interacting with OFAC and other authoritative bodies in key jurisdictions.
- Proficiency in handling sanctions issues arising in complex transactions and financial products.
- Excellent communication skills essential for addressing intricate issues with internal stakeholders across all organizational levels and providing concise, sound recommendations to senior management.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, adaptability to change, and proficiency in collaborating effectively with legal professionals and businesses worldwide.
- Understanding of the implications of cross-jurisdictional issues, notably in fields like data privacy and transmission.
- Familiarity with anti-money laundering and financial crime frameworks relevant to global financial institutions is advantageous.
Why Binance:
- Contribute to shaping the future with a leading blockchain ecosystem globally.
- Work alongside top-tier talent in a globally-oriented organization with a flat hierarchy.
- Engage with unique, dynamic projects autonomously in an innovative setting.
- Thrive in a results-focused environment with opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive company benefits.
- Flexible work arrangements, including work-from-home options contingent upon the business team's nature of work.
Binance upholds its commitment to equal employment opportunities and recognizes diversity as pivotal to its success. It abides by a Candidate Privacy Notice regarding job applications.
The company may employ artificial intelligence (AI) tools in portions of the hiring process for tasks like application screening, resume analysis, and response evaluation. While these tools support the recruitment team, they do not supplant human judgment. Final hiring decisions rest with humans. For further clarification on data processing, applicants are encouraged to reach out to Binance.

