MLRO - Dubai
Binance is a prominent global blockchain ecosystem supporting the largest cryptocurrency exchange worldwide in terms of trading volume and registered users. Our unparalleled industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading speed, deep liquidity, and vast array of digital asset products have earned trust from over 230 million individuals across 100+ countries. Binance's offerings span across trading, finance, education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. With a focus on utilizing digital assets and blockchain technology, we aim to build a financial ecosystem that promotes financial freedom and enhances financial access on a global scale.
We are currently looking for a skilled Money Laundering Reporting Officer to oversee compliance activities in the United Arab Emirates, ideally with prior experience in regulated environments like the DIFC, ADGM, or Bahrain. As the MLRO, you will be instrumental in establishing and maintaining effective compliance programs to mitigate regulatory risks and ensure adherence to local and international anti-money laundering and compliance standards.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and uphold comprehensive compliance programs aligning with regional and international regulations such as AML/CTF, KYC, and sanctions compliance.
- Monitor and evaluate internal controls to guarantee compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and policies, specifically in the MENA region.
- Foster relationships with regulatory bodies and handle regulatory inquiries and reporting duties for the organization in the region.
- Collaborate with global compliance teams to synchronize compliance objectives and practices, ensuring uniformity across the organization.
- Continuously assess risks to identify potential compliance gaps within the framework and devise corrective strategies to tackle identified risk areas.
- Offer training and guidance on compliance matters to staff, fostering a culture of integrity, compliance, and transparency within the organization.
- Enhance the effectiveness of the compliance program through continual improvement, suggesting modifications as necessary to adapt to evolving regulatory landscapes.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in compliance, AML/CTF, or regulatory affairs, focusing on financial services or related sectors within the MEASA region.
- Profound understanding and experience in MEASA regulations, including DFSA, FSRA, VARA, or CBB compliance standards.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex information to internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, proactively addressing compliance risks.
- Fluency in English is mandatory; proficiency in Arabic or other relevant languages is advantageous.
- Strong leadership skills and experience in leading cross-functional teams.
Binance offers the chance to be part of the world's leading blockchain ecosystem, collaborate with top-tier talent in a global organization, work on dynamic projects in an innovative environment, pursue career growth and learning opportunities, competitive compensation, and a work-from-home arrangement.
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