Product Compliance Manager (Abu Dhabi based)

Lever, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-from-home arrangement

Job summary

Binance in Abu Dhabi seeks a senior compliance leader to oversee regulatory conformity for ADGM Recognised Bodies and the FSRA framework. You will drive product approvals, liaise with regulators, and oversee risk assessments across new features and services.

The role requires deep expertise in fintech/crypto compliance, with at least 10 years in the field, and a proven ability to navigate FSRA rulebooks and regulatory inquiries while guiding cross-functional teams to compliant execution.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in regulatory compliance in fintech, crypto, or financial services.
• Extensive knowledge of FSRA GEN, COBS, MIR rulebooks.
• Proven track record with regulatory engagement and product approvals.
• Experience mapping rulebooks and conducting risk assessments.
• Ability to advise stakeholders practically and commercially.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve new products to align with FSRA rules.
• Serve as regulatory liaison for product submissions and approvals.
• Conduct compliance risk assessments and gap analyses.
• Develop product compliance plans with cross-functional teams.
• Draft and maintain internal compliance policies and controls.
• Provide staff training and support on product compliance.
• Assist with internal compliance audits.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

FinTech / Crypto

FSRA rulebooks knowledge

Regulatory engagement

Risk assessment

Attention to detail

Job description

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.

About the Role

The role provides senior compliance expertise and leadership to the ADGM Recognised Bodies (i.e., recognised investment exchanges, clearing houses, and custodians) and the ADGM financial services provider entity.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve new products, features, and business initiatives to ensure alignment with FSRA rules and requirements
• Regulatory Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for new product request/proposal submission, regulatory queries, and approvals concerning product scope and respective FSRA compliance
• Risk & Impact Assessment: Conduct compliance risk assessments, gap analyses, and operational testing for new financial instruments, assets, products or features
• Generate product compliance plan with joint efforts from cross functions to ensure it is managed in accordance with the BU’s objectives
• Policy Implementation: Draft, update, and maintain internal compliance policies, frameworks, and monitoring controls.
• Provide advice to staff, training and support as necessary to ensure adherence with the product compliance plans
• Assist with internal compliance audits.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years in regulatory compliance, specifically within fintech, crypto, or traditional financial services.
• Deep familiarity with FSRA rulebooks in particular to GEN, COBS, MIR,, etc.
• Track record on regulatory engagement on product compliance aspect and hands on experience in responding regulatory queries on new product approval process
• Ability to effectively organize rulebook gap analysis and risk assessment with good execution credentials and manage detailed proposal for FSRA’s review and approval
• Ability to provide and communicate advice & guidance in a practical & commercial manner with internal stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail

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)

Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success.