Paralegal

Binance, a prominent player in the global blockchain ecosystem known for operating the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, is a trusted platform utilized by millions worldwide for its top-notch security, transparent operations, rapid trading engine, investor protections, and diverse range of digital asset products. The organization is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive crypto landscape to enhance financial accessibility and promote the freedom of money globally.

Opportunity Overview:

The Binance Accelerator Program offers a valuable 3-6 month internship tailored for aspiring talents entering the digital assets realm. Participants will gain firsthand exposure to Binance's operations and immerse themselves in the dynamic blockchain ecosystem. The program includes networking events and skill development opportunities to expand professional connections and acquire transferable skills crucial for career advancement.

Eligibility:

This program invites applications from current university students and recent graduates.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Collaboration with the compliance team on tasks related to sanctions and CTF.

Researching policies, sanctions, CTF laws, and regulatory frameworks in support of compliance efforts.

Assisting in the preparation of internal reports and data summaries.

Participation in training programs concerning Compliance and other relevant subjects.

Requirements:

Degree in Law, Economics, Social Science, or Business Administration.

Knowledge of financial crime compliance or law is beneficial.

Proficiency in English for effective communication with global partners. Additional languages are advantageous.

Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

Ability to work independently across various functions and regions.

Display learning agility with a critical and innovative mindset.

Enthusiasm for cryptocurrency.

Demonstrated confidence, results-driven approach, and a talent for innovative problem-solving.

Why Binance:

Contribute to shaping the future within a leading blockchain ecosystem.

Engage with a talented global team in a collaborative, user-focused environment.

Take on challenging projects with autonomy in an innovative setting.

Benefit from growth opportunities in a results-oriented workplace with ongoing learning prospects.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Remote work arrangements available, subject to business team needs.

Binance upholds its commitment to maintaining an inclusive workplace culture and considers diversity vital to its success. Candidates interested in applying acknowledge and agree to the Candidate Privacy Notice provided by Binance. The recruitment process may involve the use of AI tools to support decision-making but final selections are made by human evaluators.

Binance, a leading global blockchain ecosystem, is responsible for the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange in terms of trading volume and users. Trusted by over 300 million individuals in more than 100 countries, we uphold industry-leading security standards, offer transparent user fund management, boast a quick trading engine, ensure deep liquidity, and provide a wide range of digital asset products. Our services extend from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional solutions, Web3 features, and more. By harnessing the power of digital assets and blockchain technology, we aim to create an inclusive financial ecosystem that promotes financial freedom and enhances global financial access.

Responsibilities

Act as the global lead for legal aspects related to Binance's products, offering regulatory and legal advice throughout the product lifecycle, from development to ongoing operations

Guide product teams on the regulatory impacts of new features, enhancements, and market expansions in various jurisdictions

Assess and manage regulatory risks associated with Binance's product range, including spot and derivatives trading, digital assets, payments, and new sectors

Collaborate with product managers, engineers, compliance, risk management, and BD to integrate legal and regulatory considerations into product development processes

Establish and uphold scalable compliance frameworks and controls to support growth in diverse regulatory environments

Participate in product governance discussions to ensure a balance between regulatory compliance and business objectives

Engage with regulators and external legal counsel across multiple jurisdictions regarding product-related matters

Remain informed about global regulatory changes and provide actionable guidance to product and business teams

Conduct workshops and training sessions to enhance regulatory awareness within the organization

Requirements:

Must be qualified to practice law in a major jurisdiction with significant international regulatory legal experience

Possess over 10 years of regulatory legal experience, preferably in-house at a technology, financial services, or cryptocurrency firm

Profound understanding of global financial product regulations, including spot and derivatives trading, payment systems, and digital assets

Track record of collaborating closely with product and engineering teams to influence product decisions

Experience in handling complex regulatory compliance issues and interacting with regulators in various jurisdictions

Ability to lead and scale legal teams across different regions

Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of building solid relationships with regulators, business leaders, product teams, and external legal counsel

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Business acumen combined with a practical, solution-focused mindset

Deep comprehension of the cryptocurrency industry and the evolving global regulatory landscape

Thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment managing multiple priorities

Why Binance

Contribute to shaping the future with the world's leading blockchain ecosystem

Collaborate with top-notch professionals in a global, user-centric organization with a flat structure

Engage in stimulating and rapid projects with autonomy in an innovative setting

Succeed in a performance-driven workplace with opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning

Competitive salary and company benefits

Remote work opportunity (subject to business team requirements)

Binance is committed to providing equal employment opportunities, recognizing that a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success. Upon submitting a job application, you acknowledge that you have reviewed and agree to our Candidate Privacy Notice. We utilize AI tools to aid in the hiring process by assisting in reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, and assessing responses for inconsistencies or verification signals - however, final hiring decisions are made by humans. For more information on data processing, please get in touch with us.

Job Overview

The Real Estate Paralegal position involves offering comprehensive legal support within the Legal Department, with a primary emphasis on real estate dealings, title and survey affairs, as well as drafting and reviewing documentation. The ideal candidate should possess practical real estate legal experience, sound judgment to locate information from various sources, and the ability to anticipate requirements within a fast-paced legal team.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluating title commitments, title insurance policies, ALTA surveys, and exception documents related to commercial real estate transactions.

Conducting due diligence on titles and surveys, identifying issues like defects, encumbrances, easements, and other matters necessitating resolution.

Managing and tracing title searches, UCC searches, municipal lien searches, and other related due diligence items.

Conducting general real estate investigations.

Researching zoning ordinances, land use regulations, special use permits, and municipal codes affecting specific properties.

Assisting with the creation of purchase and sale agreements, leases, easements, deeds, and other real estate documents.

Collaborating with external parties such as title agents, surveyors, engineers, etc., for due diligence, closings, and property development requirements.

Assisting in pre- and post-closing tasks, including checklists, document execution, post-closing record processing, and closing binders.

Drafting, revising, and overseeing legal documentation like contracts, corporate resolutions, and entity formation filings.

Developing and customizing legal forms and templates, recognizing when alterations to standard forms are necessary and carrying out changes independently.

Conducting research beyond conventional legal databases to identify zoning designations, deed restrictions, utility easements, ordinances, and governmental records.

Monitoring and summarizing legislative and regulatory changes that impact the company’s real estate operations.

Providing support in real estate litigation, mediation, arbitration, licensing renewals, and regulatory compliance matters.

Maintaining records related to the real estate portfolio.

Addressing information requests.

Any other duties as designated.

The successful candidate must demonstrate professionalism, respect, effective communication skills, and the ability to collaborate within a team-oriented and inclusive setting.

Required Qualifications

Associate or bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program, or an equivalent legal background.

At least 5 years of paralegal experience, predominantly focused on commercial real estate.

Hands-on experience with reviewing title commitments, title insurance policies, ALTA surveys, and due diligence materials.

Proficiency in commercial real estate transactions such as acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing.

Strong capability to identify and interpret zoning ordinances, easements, governmental records, and public land use documents.

Proven ability in drafting, editing, and customizing legal documents and forms independently.

Excellent research skills encompassing legal and practical aspects, with the capacity to find information from diverse sources.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in real estate within an energy, infrastructure, or development company.

Understanding of land use entitlements, permitting, and environmental due diligence.

Experience liaising with state and county recording offices, title companies, surveyors, engineers, as well as sellers and purchasers.

Background in supporting a transactional legal team in a high-volume environment.

The annual salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000. This position may involve tasks requiring the operation of a company vehicle or travel between job sites. Therefore, candidates must be insurable under CleanSpark's vehicle insurance policy.

CleanSpark is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of factors such as race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by applicable laws. This policy pertains to all employment aspects, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, termination, compensation, and training.

About the Company

CertiK is a prominent Web3 security firm that specializes in safeguarding blockchain protocols, smart contracts, and decentralized applications using cutting-edge security research, formal verification, and AI technology. Established in 2017 in New York City, CertiK offers comprehensive security solutions, including smart contract audits, penetration testing, on-chain monitoring, incident response, and compliance services to major projects in the digital asset industry.

With a diverse team spread across North America, Asia, and Europe, CertiK serves numerous enterprise clients and Web3 projects globally. The company has garnered support from renowned investors like Coatue, Goldman Sachs, Insight Partners, and Sequoia Capital and has received accolades from organizations such as the World Economic Forum and CB Insights for its advancements in blockchain security.

About You
Ideal candidates for this role are hands-on compliance professionals well-versed in navigating regulatory frameworks and licensing applications. You should excel in translating intricate regulations into clear directives and client deliverables, overseeing both structured audit requests and evolving business development needs effectively, and recognizing when issues require escalation to senior Compliance or Legal personnel.

About the Role
In this position, you will serve as the primary compliance lead for AI-generated outputs and corresponding client deliverables. Your responsibilities will include supporting various stakeholder groups, such as client-facing teams and commercial services, transforming raw AI results into accurate and accessible deliverables, and collaborating with Engineering to streamline recurring compliance tasks into reusable workflows and knowledge resources.

Responsibilities

Break down regulatory frameworks and licensing requirements for analysis.

Assist in licensing and regulatory preparation projects, from scoping to final submission readiness.

Conduct initial reviews of AI outputs to ensure regulatory accuracy, evidence validity, and client suitability.

Transform unstructured requests into concise scopes and deliverables, including compliance analyses and review reports.

Provide support for compliance guidance, evidence checklists, application-mapping, and licensing submissions.

Collaborate with Engineering to establish regulatory mappings, templates, review guidelines, evaluation criteria, and structured AI workflows.

Escalate high-risk regulatory interpretations and legal conclusions to senior reviewers or Legal personnel.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in compliance engineering, regulatory consulting, digital assets, fintech, financial services, compliance auditing, or legal affairs.

Practical involvement in at least one licensing application, regulatory registration, or end-to-end regulatory preparation project.

Comprehensive understanding of regulatory assessment, evidence examination, and licensing documentation.

Ability to generate clear directives, mappings, presentations, and client reports.

Strong interpersonal and cross-functional project management capabilities.

Proficient in written and spoken English; fluency in professional Chinese is advantageous but not mandatory.

Familiarity with digital-asset regulation, VASP licensing, or similar frameworks is a plus.

Basic awareness of LLM limitations, halluci**Video Calls risk, source traceability, and human-in-the-loop review.

This role requires remote work outside the United States. Applicants based in the U.S. will not be considered.

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be utilized during the hiring process for tasks such as application review, resume analysis, and response assessment. These tools complement the recruitment team's efforts but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring determinations are ultimately made by human evaluators. For further details on how your data is processed, please reach out to us.

Overview

This position entails overseeing risk in a regulated financial services environment within ADGM. The incumbent will lead the establishment, execution, and continuous supervision of the organization's comprehensive risk management framework. It involves identifying, evaluating, monitoring, and reporting significant risks aligned with the firm's risk tolerance and compliance obligations under regulatory rules, ensuring independent and objective risk oversight to top management and the board.

Responsibilities

Develop, execute, and uphold a holistic risk management framework encompassing various risk categories such as operational, market, credit, liquidity, legal, compliance, and reputation risks.

Define and maintain the company's risk tolerance statement in collaboration with senior leadership and the board and facilitate effective risk policies to uphold it.

Oversight on ongoing risk monitoring activities and produce regular risk reports for senior leadership and the board.

Ensure timely mitigation and communication of emerging or critical risks, contributing to the firm's internal governance processes through risk assessments and scenario analysis.

Contribute to the Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP) and any essential stress testing procedures in line with PRU requirements.

Act as the primary risk interface with regulatory bodies, ensuring complete adherence to regulatory risk requirements and maintain a transparent communication channel with regulators.

Provide insights for the firm's regulatory submissions related to risk, capital adequacy, and financial resilience.

Ensure the independence, adequate resourcing, and integration of the risk management function into governance and decision-making structures.

Active participation in relevant committees like the Risk Committee and ALCO to support risk oversight responsibilities of senior executives and the board.

Review new business ventures, products, or operational model changes for associated risk mitigation strategies.

Requirements

Possess a degree-level qualification in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, Accounting, Law, Mathematics, Engineering or relevant disciplines.

Demonstrated extensive risk management background in exchanges, clearing houses, capital markets, financial market infrastructure, or virtual asset settings.

A solid understanding of the ADGM regulatory framework including Market Infrastructure Rules and key risk principles applicable to financial market infrastructures.

Proven track record in managing risk frameworks covering areas like market risk, clearing risk, settlement risk, liquidity risk, collateral risk, and operational resilience.

Strong experience in engaging with regulators, Board members, senior management, and other pertinent stakeholders.

Strong analytical skills with excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management abilities.

Forward-thinking risk influencer who can effectively connect regulatory expectations with business strategy and practical risk management.

Exceptional decision-making abilities to analyze complex issues, establish clear viewpoints, and provide constructive challenges in a dynamic environment.

Effective communicator capable of engaging with regulators, Boards, senior executives, and cross-functional teams.

Possess a proactive mindset with robust governance, documentation, escalation, and follow-up practices.

Ability to adapt to a rapidly evolving, highly regulated work environment.

Naturally curious regarding financial markets, digital assets, market structures, and emerging risk scenarios.

Why Us

Shape the future with a leading blockchain ecosystem.

Collaborate with world-class professionals in a global, user-centric organization.

Work on challenging projects with autonomy in an innovative setting.

Progress in a merit-based environment with opportunities for career advancement.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Flexibility with remote work arrangements.