Compliance Analyst - ADGM

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by 300+ million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines related to Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR) in UAE (e.g. UAE FIU and ADGM Rulebook requirements).
• Work closely with FCI, Global Sanctions Operation and the local ADGM compliance teams to review, adjudicate and report in a timely manner any suspicious activities that may indicate potential money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions and other criminal activities.
• Partner with relevant internal stakeholders to strengthen quality of SARs and other external reporting to the UAE FIU, and ensure consistency, accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure that applicable regulatory reporting timeframes as per the UAE FIU reporting requirements are met
• Proficient in compliance applications and programmes, regulatory reporting, local compliance requirements and international best practice
• Good knowledge on provisions of local laws, directives, regulations and otherwise standards applicable to subject persons, and knowledge of upcoming regulation on virtual currency
• Participate in internal and external programs related to AML/ CFT and other subjects that may form part of the day to day work requirements
• Action any general administration and ancillary activities as may be required and related to the above functions, in accordance with the business requirements of the Company a local / ADGM regulatory requirements
• Support the local Compliance Management team with the implementation of new initiatives and improvements related to systems, policies and procedures

Requirements

• 3 years of compliance experience
• Strong core SAR writing expertise for 2+ years
• The candidate should have 3 years of FI experience, preferably from the UAE, on AML/transaction monitoring process
• SAR report writing skills
• Sound financial crime compliance knowledge
• Strong knowledge of suspicious activity related regulations and guidelines
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite and/or Mac equivalent (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Pages, Numbers, Keynotes)
• Experience with compliance software and tools is a plus
• Professional certifications in compliance or AML (Anti-Money Laundering) are a plus