Sanctions Governance and Policy Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance sanctions governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Provide expert analysis and interpretation of sanctions and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) regulatory requirements, ensuring Binance’s policies and controls remain robust and up to date.
• Support the design and implementation of compliance monitoring and testing programs focused on sanctions governance within a second line of defence environment.
• Identify, assess, and document sanctions-related compliance risks across Binance’s global operations, providing actionable recommendations to mitigate these risks.
• Collaborate closely with Compliance, Legal, and other internal stakeholders to embed sanctions governance and policy standards into business processes and controls.
• Monitor regulatory developments and internal policy changes globally, evaluating their impact on Binance’s sanctions compliance program and recommending necessary updates.
• Assist in the assessment and enhancement of the Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) risk profile related to sanctions, supporting related projects, policy reviews, and system improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives and knowledge-sharing forums to stay abreast of evolving sanctions regulations, enforcement trends, and industry best practices.
• Support project management activities related to sanctions governance and policy initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in compliance or financial crime compliance, preferably in an international environment.
• University degree or equivalent qualification.
• ACAMS or ACFCS certification is a plus but not required.
• Strong analytical skills, good writing ability, and sound judgment.
• Basic understanding of the FCC domain, related processes, and relevant technology.
• Some experience or interest in supporting strategic initiatives and compliance oversight.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across different teams and locations.
• Pragmatic, energetic, and eager to learn.
• Demonstrates learning agility with a critical and innovative mindset.
• Able to build positive relationships and motivate others.
• People-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
• Clear and effective communicator, able to explain complex topics simply to help others understand the importance of managing Sanctions & CTF risks.
• Comfortable working with stakeholders and building trust.
• Results-driven with a willingness to explore creative solutions.
• Commitment to upholding Binance’s values and demonstrating behavior aligned with these values.

Why Binance

• Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem.
• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure.
• Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment.
• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning.
• Competitive salary and company benefits.
• Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team).