Senior Corporate Secretary Officer, Singapore

The Legal team is responsible for providing legal and regulatory guidance to ensure compliance with local regulations for all products and services within the organization. They engage with external regulators and service providers to protect the organization from legal risks, focusing on Commercial and Regulatory/Product areas.

We are seeking an assertive Manager to oversee the corporate governance framework's maintenance and progression. This role involves aligning board operations with the fast-paced product releases and global expansion. Operating in a highly regulated sector, the Manager will ensure that corporate actions adhere to company law and financial services regulations.

Duties

Governance & Entity Management

Assist the Legal Team in company secretarial duties for global entities to ensure compliance with local statutes and regulations.

Supervise the drafting and circulation of corporate resolutions, managing seal usage, and formal administration.

Perform final reviews on all statutory and regulatory filings for accuracy and timeliness.

Board & Stakeholder Coordination

Manage logistical aspects of Shareholder and Board meetings, ensuring impeccable execution and stakeholder engagement.

Act as the key contact for external secretarial service providers and internal stakeholders on global corporate projects.

Compile governance data into concise updates for internal leadership and stakeholders.

Leadership & Operational Excellence

Provide guidance and mentorship to direct reports, establishing clear priorities and quality assurance processes.

Drive efficiency through the implementation of AI tools and automated workflows for secretarial functions.

Assist in developing corporate policies, templates, and standard workflows for consistent global operations.

Team Administration & Legal Research

Manage the team's budget and expenses, ensuring effective vendor management.

Conduct detailed research on evolving corporate laws to provide proactive governance advice.

Undertake high-priority tasks and special projects as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Corporate Governance, Law, or related fields

6-8 years of company secretarial experience

Experience in direct people management, preferably in a legal or compliance role

Membership or affiliation with relevant professional bodies

Proficiency in English, both spoken and written

Competency in MS Office applications, and familiarity with entity management platforms

Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently

Benefits

Exposure to governance and regulations across various jurisdictions globally

Dynamic team environment with hybrid working options

Life at Company

Empowered culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. Proactive work environment that promotes finding creative solutions. Opportunities for personal and professional growth through skill development. Supportive work culture where colleagues work together towards shared goals.

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, seize this opportunity now!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical insurance for employees and dependents

Ample annual leave including birthday and work anniversary

Flexibility to adopt hybrid or remote working arrangements

Internal mobility program for career advancement opportunities

Many work perks, including a Company visa card.

About the Company

Established in 2016, the Company serves millions of customers globally as a leading cryptocurrency platform. The vision is to make cryptocurrency accessible to all. Commitment to security, privacy, and compliance drives innovation to cultivate a fair digital ecosystem.

The Company values diversity and inclusion, seeking individuals with varied backgrounds and skills. Personal data shared by applicants will be used solely for recruitment purposes. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps. Should you need more details on data processing, feel free to reach out.

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Binance is a globally recognized blockchain ecosystem known for operating the largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. Trusted by millions of individuals across 100+ countries for its exceptional security measures, transparent user fund management, fast trading engine, deep liquidity, and broad range of digital asset products, Binance offers services spanning trading, finance, education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. Leveraging digital assets and blockchain technology to create a more inclusive financial ecosystem, the company is dedicated to advancing financial liberty and enhancing financial access worldwide.

Responsibilities

Aid in Binance's efforts in Brazil by assessing, analyzing, and seeking legal compliance such as local authorizations, approvals, or licenses

Drive the formulation and execution of the group's legal strategy while contributing insights to the overall business strategy

Proactively identify legal issues, possible solutions, and necessary support to offer strategic assistance to local teams

Manage regulatory processes including approvals, licenses, and related analysis and applications

Assist in negotiating contracts for various business segments within the ecosystem and contribute to transactional and corporate governance matters

Draft, review, and provide a thorough risk assessment of legal documents, offering suggestions to enhance business value and minimize risks across different areas of the company

Aid business teams in introducing and developing new products and services, balancing commercial and regulatory aspects

Provide training to non-legal associates to enhance legal understanding and serve as a legal business partner

Stay updated on current laws relevant to the field and ensure compliance while offering strategic advice

Identify legal framework updates, ensure consistency in legal matters across internal stakeholders, and manage risks

Requirements

Licensed to practice law in a Brazilian jurisdiction

Around 4 to 6 years of relevant legal experience from a global law firm or as corporate counsel in the financial sector or a tech company known for fast-paced operations

Regulatory experience with the Brazilian Central Bank and Comissão de Valores Mobiliarios preferred

Strong team collaboration skills

Well-versed in legal technicalities, with good business acumen and judgment

Capable of independent management of complex projects

Skilled in developing innovative solutions to meet business needs

Excellent legal drafting and interpretation capabilities

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills

Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Portuguese

Why Binance

Contribute to shaping the future with a leading blockchain ecosystem

Work with top-tier talent in a global, user-centered organization with a flat hierarchy

Engage in challenging projects with autonomy in an innovative setting

Grow your career in a results-oriented environment with continuous learning opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Remote work arrangement available based on team needs

Binance is committed to fostering diversity in the workplace as we believe it is essential to our success.

By applying for a position, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to our Candidate Privacy Notice.

We may use artificial intelligence tools to assist in the hiring process, including application review, resume analysis, and response assessment, enhancing our recruitment process while maintaining human decision-making for final selections. Contact us for more information on data processing.

The Legal team is responsible for providing legal and regulatory advice to ensure compliance with local regulations for all CDC products and services, catering to the needs of CDC customers. They engage externally with regulators and service providers to protect CDC from legal risks, focusing on Commercial and Regulatory/Product areas.

Responsibilities

Serve as the main legal contact for Product and Engineering teams, offering comprehensive legal guidance from conceptualization to product launch and beyond.

Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on regulatory and policy matters within the crypto industry, blockchain technology, and emerging DeFi protocols.

Utilize expertise to provide well-founded legal advice on tech-related financial regulations, consumer protection, and legal implications of smart contract logic.

Skillfully draft and review legal documents such as Terms of Service, developer agreements, and tech-related corporate or regulatory filings.

Advise on ensuring compliance with laws regulating financial services, crypto, decentralized applications, and cross-border licensing requirements.

Review product features and user interfaces to identify and mitigate legal risks while ensuring a smooth user experience.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide practical legal advice balancing business innovation with regulatory constraints.

Represent the company in negotiations and interactions with regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders regarding product-specific legal frameworks.

Stay informed about legal and regulatory developments in the crypto industry to offer insights for adjusting product strategy as needed.

Engage with regulators and assist in licensing applications or inquiries related to specific product offerings.

Requirements

At least 5-8 years of broad legal experience, with a focus on product counsel or regulatory affairs in the fintech/crypto sector.

Profound understanding of blockchain technology, smart contracts, and decentralized financial products.

Knowledge of financial products and global licensing/regulatory requirements like AML/KYC, securities laws, and VASP frameworks.

Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, capable of working independently and collaboratively with technical teams.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to provide practical legal advice on complex tech-related matters.

Effective communicator skilled at translating complex compliance requirements for cross-functional stakeholders.

Life at CDC

Opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive and proactive working environment.

Collaboration with a talented and ambitious team focused on innovative solutions.

Work culture emphasizing support and collaboration among colleagues.

Unified team engagement toward achieving the goal of increasing cryptocurrency adoption.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive medical insurance package.

Generous annual leave entitlement and work flexibility options.

Internal mobility program for career advancement opportunities.

Work perks, including a CDC visa card.

Diverse benefits packages tailored to regional requirements.

About Crypto.com:

Crypto.com serves a significant customer base globally and is dedicated to driving cryptocurrency adoption through innovation and empowerment. Their commitment to security, privacy, and compliance underpins their vision of Cryptocurrency in Every Wallet™. Diversity and inclusion are valued, welcoming candidates with various backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to strengthen their team. Personal data provided will be used for recruitment purposes only.

Company Overview:

Binance is a prominent global blockchain ecosystem that hosts the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange in terms of trading volume and registered users. With the trust of over 300 million individuals in more than 100 countries, Binance is known for its outstanding security measures, transparent user fund management, high-speed trading engine, extensive liquidity, and diverse range of digital asset products. From trading and financial services to education, research, payments, institutional support, Web3 features, and more, Binance offers a comprehensive suite of services. The company harnesses the capabilities of digital assets and blockchain technology to establish an inclusive financial ecosystem, promoting financial freedom and enhancing financial accessibility worldwide.

Job Responsibilities:

Draft and negotiate contracts across various business sectors, offering comprehensive risk assessments and recommendations to enhance business value while minimizing risks.

Collaborate with cross-functional and regional teams to provide transactional support on a broad range of matters.

Stay informed on current laws, particularly data privacy and protection regulations like GDPR, CCPA, and PDPA.

Provide expert advice on commercial and data privacy matters, contributing proactively to support the business.

Lead legal responses to company issues, such as data breaches and regulatory inquiries, and manage external communication on legal matters.

Stay updated on legal frameworks, including privacy laws, and ensure consistency in legal approaches among internal stakeholders.

Advise on data privacy impact assessments, data subject rights requests, and cross-border data transfers.

Take calculated risks aligned with business goals and implement solutions to address commercial and privacy-related issues effectively.

Requirements:

Holds a law degree with 5-8 years of relevant legal experience from a reputable international law firm or in-house legal team.

Proficient in tech contracts, e-commerce, fintech or payments, and data privacy compliance.

Strong team player with a good sense of business acumen.

Demonstrates solid legal technical skills and business judgment in commercial and data privacy law.

Capable of independently managing complex projects, including privacy compliance programs.

Possesses excellent skills in legal drafting and interpretation.

Why Binance

Contribute to shaping the future within the world's leading blockchain ecosystem.

Work with top-tier talent in a user-focused global organization operating with a streamlined structure.

Engage in unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative setting.

Grow in a results-oriented environment with opportunities for career advancement and continual learning.

Competitive salary and attractive company benefits.

Option for a work-from-home arrangement (based on the nature of the business team's work).

Binance is strongly committed to being an equal opportunity employer, emphasizing the importance of a diverse workforce in achieving success. When you apply for a job, you acknowledge that you have reviewed and accepted the Candidate Privacy Notice provided by Binance. Artificial intelligence tools may be utilized in the recruitment process for functions like application review, resume analysis, and response assessment, supporting the recruitment team without replacing human decision-making. All final hiring determinations are made by human recruiters. For additional details on data processing, feel free to get in touch.

Company Overview

We are a leading private market exchange platform known as ADDX, situated in Singapore. Our mission is to democratize private market investments, making financial ecosystems accessible, fair, and secure for everyone. We believe that enabling smooth and efficient capital flows, especially in the private market domain, benefits real economies.

Why Choose Us?

We have established the world's first fully regulated platform for digital securities, sanctioned by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).

ADDX is a global player in the private market scene, having listed over 60 deals on our platform, engaging with renowned entities like Hamilton Lane, Partners Group, and more.

Since our inception in 2017, our full-service capital market platform has secured a total of $140 million in funding support.

We are supported by prominent companies such as Singapore Exchange (SGX), Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET), and others, fostering our growth and success trajectory.

We are currently expanding and searching for talented individuals to join our ranks and drive us forward towards becoming a leader in the private market industry. If you share our vision for fair financial markets, we eagerly await your participation at ADDX.

** & Requirements**

Role Summary:

We are in need of an experienced Compliance Senior Manager / Director to fill the role of Deputy Money Laundering Reporting Officer (DMLRO) based in Singapore. As a crucial member of our team, you will support and deputize for the MLRO in overseeing all aspects of AML/CFT compliance within MAS frameworks for a Recognised Market Operator (RMO) and Capital Markets Services Licence (CMSL) regulated entity.

This position plays a vital role in ensuring the organization's adherence to MAS regulations and industry norms. You will be responsible for leading AML-related endeavors, acting as the point of contact for high-risk cases, and providing expert insights into suspicious transaction reporting. This role presents an opportunity to shape compliance strategy and enhance enterprise-wide AML risk management for our dynamic fintech platform.

Oversight of AML and Compliance Programme

Act as the go-to person for all AML issues, involving the review of high-risk customer cases and approval of transaction monitoring (TM) escalations.

Regularly conduct and update the Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA) to identify AML/CFT risks.

Offer specialized knowledge in preparing and submitting Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) to regulators.

Supervise scenario tuning and threshold adjustment for transaction monitoring systems.

Regulatory Guidance & Stakeholder Relations

Provide compliance advice to business divisions on AML/CFT topics, including analysis of adverse news, sanctions, and name-screening matters.

Engage with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators and law enforcement bodies.

Supervision & Control

Review all KYC/CDD, EDD, Transaction Monitoring alerts, and AML/CFT escalations.

Handle Requests for Information (RFIs) from law enforcement agencies and collaborating financial institutions.

Regulatory Interactions & Audit

Assist in MAS’ AML audits, inspections, and quality checks.

Stay abreast of regulatory updates under the SFA and FAA, performing assessments against internal policies.

Compliance Evaluation & Document Review

Conduct routine compliance assessments covering all regulatory areas such as AML/CFT, CDD/KYC, market conduct, and licensing obligations, as well as transaction monitoring processes.

Scrutinize documentation across compliance domains to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with internal policies and regulatory stipulations.

Identify deficiencies in controls, documentation, and operational procedures and provide suitable corrective recommendations.

Maintain thorough testing records, produce reports for management, internal audit, and regulatory reviews.

Licensing & Regulatory Projects

Support compliance-related licensing submissions and renewals by preparing appropriate documentation and liaising with internal stakeholders.

Aid in creating and reviewing submissions under relevant regulatory frameworks.

Monitor and observe regulatory responsibilities, ensuring timely updates to internal compliance frameworks and AML structures.

Listing Rules Supervision

Evaluate listing applications to ensure compliance with ADDX Platform prerequisites, including OTC and Trading rules.

Investigate non-conformities with ADDX Platform requirements, report violations to senior management, and contribute to implementing disciplinary actions.

Review submissions for completeness in meeting disclosure requirements under OTC Rules for security token issuances.

Formulate recommendations for Listing Approvers’ approval after collaborating with internal teams on reviewing listing applications.

Policies, Training & Strategic Projects

Assist in updating AML/CFT policies, procedures, and workflows.

Stay informed about regulatory updates and industry best practices related to AML, CDD, and Capital Markets Services licensing matters.

Engage in cross-functional ventures related to system enhancements, automation, and process enhancements.