Compliance EDD/High Risk Client Analyst

Binance; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-from-home arrangement

Competitive salary and benefits

Career growth and continuous learning

Job summary

Binance is seeking an AML/EDD Compliance specialist to support EDD reviews for high‑risk customers, assess transaction activity, and conduct risk assessments. You will lead EDD enhancements and ensure alignment with FATF standards and local rules. Strong communication, analytical, and writing skills are essential.

The role involves drafting policies and training materials, managing escalations, and staying current on licensing and sanctions risks in a fast‑paced crypto environment.

Qualifications

• ACAMS, ACFCS or other leading certification would be an advantage.
• Knowledge and experience with global CDD/EDD requirements.
• Understanding of AML/CFT and sanctions risks.
• Knowledge of global licensing requirements related to financial services and crypto activities.
• Experience with complex beneficial ownership structures.
• Excellent communication, analytical, writing and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support completion of EDD reviews for high-risk customers.
• Assess high-risk customer transaction activity for business alignment.
• Conduct risk assessments on new and existing customers.
• Lead projects related to EDD enhancements.
• Stay current on FATF and local regional requirements.
• Provide AML/CFT subject matter expertise.
• Manage high-risk escalations from first line of defense and other units.
• Draft policies, programs, procedures, and training materials.

Skills

ACAMS/ACFCS certification

CDD/EDD knowledge

AML/CFT and sanctions risk

Licensing requirements knowledge

Beneficial ownership experience

Communication and writing

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.

Responsibilities

• Supporting completion of EDD reviews for high risk customers
• Assessing high-risk customer transaction activity to ensure it is commensurate with the nature of the business
• Conducting risk assessments on new and existing customers
• Leading projects related to EDD enhancements
• Remain current on global EDD standards such as FATF, as well as local requirements in regions that the company operates
• Provide AML/CFT subject matter expertise
• Manage high risk customer escalations from the first line of defense and other business units
• Drafting of documentation including, but not limited to policies, programs, procedures, guidance documents, training materials, and impact assessment/analysis

Requirements

• ACAMS, ACFCS orother industry leading certificationwould be an advantage
• Knowledge and experience with global CDD/EDD requirements
• Understanding of AML/CFT and sanctions risks
• Knowledge of global licensing requirements related to financial services and crypto related business activities
• Experience with complex beneficial ownership structures
• Excellent communication, analytical, logical thinking, problem solving, and writing skills

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.