Financial Crime & Sanctions Name Screening System Specialist

Binance; London; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global blockchain ecosystem as a Financial Crime & Sanctions Name Screening System Specialist. This role offers the opportunity to enhance compliance and operational efficiency in sanctions screening. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and document system requirements, analyze screening results, and serve as a subject matter expert in global sanctions. With a commitment to innovation and continuous learning, you will work in a dynamic environment that values autonomy and offers competitive benefits. Shape the future of finance with a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes diversity and equal opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Work-from-home arrangement

Opportunities for career growth

Continuous learning

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sanctions or financial crime projects.
• Strong understanding of global sanctions regulations including OFAC and EU.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements for sanctions screening.
• Analyze screening results to enhance system effectiveness and compliance.

Skills

Sanctions Compliance

Financial Crime Analysis

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Business

Bachelor's degree in Law

Job description

Join to apply for the Financial Crime & Sanctions Name Screening System Specialist role at Binance.

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by over 250 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 offers a range of services including trading, finance, education, research, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features, leveraging digital assets and blockchain technology to build an inclusive financial ecosystem.

We are seeking an experienced sanctions screening analyst to enhance and maintain our sanctions screening system’s compliance and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sanctions and financial crime project and system management within the compliance domain, with deep insights into global sanctions and financial crime regimes, and proven ability to manage complex name screening solutions. This role involves leading the development and optimization of our name screening processes, ensuring they meet regulatory standards and operational requirements while aligning with strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with stakeholders (Technology, Product, Compliance, Operations) to define and document system requirements, translating business needs into functional and technical specifications for the sanctions screening solution.
2. Conduct in-depth analysis of screening results to refine parameters, boost system effectiveness, and minimize false positives.
3. Work closely with operations and other stakeholders to address challenges and optimize sanctions and financial crime name screening processes with product and technology teams.
4. Regularly assess system performance, initiating improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and risk management.
5. Serve as a subject matter expert on global sanctions and financial crime regimes, providing insights and guiding compliance practices.
6. Contribute to the development of internal policies and controls related to sanctions and financial crime risk.

Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business, Law, or related fields.
2. Minimum of 3 years of experience in sanctions or financial crime projects, preferably as a technical business analyst, data analyst, or product manager related to compliance name screening systems and controls.
3. Comprehensive understanding of global sanctions and financial crime regulations, including OFAC, EU, UN sanctions regimes.
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of translating business needs into technical solutions.
5. Excellent communication skills for drafting documentation, compliance procedures, policies, and engaging with stakeholders.
6. Proven experience managing large-scale projects and implementing change.

Good to Have

• Strategic problem-solving skills with resilience and analytical approach.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to operational excellence.
• Adaptability and collaboration skills within evolving environments.

Why Binance

• Shape the future with a leading blockchain ecosystem.
• Work with world-class talent in a flat, user-centric organization.
• Engage in fast-paced, innovative projects with autonomy.
• Opportunities for career growth and continuous learning.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Work-from-home arrangement (may vary).

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