Regulatory Legal Counsel - US Monitorships

Binance; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Binance is seeking a senior legal professional to navigate regulatory litigation and complex compliance programs in the United States. The role involves coordinating with the Legal Department and cross-functional teams to address investigations and enforcement actions affecting AML/sanctions programs within the crypto industry.

The ideal candidate brings 5–8 years of private practice or in-house experience in financial services regulation, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years’ private practice or in-house legal experience in financial services and regulatory matters.
• Knowledge of U.S. AML and sanctions compliance programs.
• Understanding of U.S. financial products including crypto trading.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience managing large scale projects independently.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex legal concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience with remediation efforts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Legal Department and management on regulatory litigation matters and relationships with U.S. government agencies and regulators.
• Support responses to regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and compliance reviews, particularly AML and sanctions compliance programs.
• Provide guidance with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with sensitive legal obligations in the U.S.
• Support regulatory filings, investigations, remediation efforts and enforcement matters as needed.

Skills

Regulatory litigation

AML compliance

Securities/regulation

Communication (written/oral)

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

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, and more. Our mission is to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with members of the Legal Department and management regarding regulatory litigation matters and relationships with U.S. government agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Support the company’s response to regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and compliance reviews, particularly as they relate to and impact AML and sanctions compliance programs.
• Provide guidance and counsel in coordination with cross-functional teams and internal stakeholders to effectively comply with legal obligations of significant sensitivity and impact within the U.S..
• Support regulatory filings, investigations, remediation efforts and enforcement matters as needed.

Requirements

• 5-8 years’ private practice or in-house legal experience with respect to financial services, contentious regulatory matters and/or litigation, preferably involving U.S. financial regulators such as FinCEN, SEC, CFTC, OFAC, and state regulators.
• Keen interest in and knowledge of U.S. AML and sanctions compliance programs, ideally with practical experience supporting or advising on these frameworks.
• Keen interest in and understanding of U.S. financial products, including spot trading, margin trading, futures, and options, especially within the crypto industry.
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex legal issues proactively.
• Excellent project management skills, ideally with experience of running or supervising large scale projects or workstreams independently and proactively.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, capable of conveying complex legal concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Experience with internal remediation efforts are a plus.

Why Binance

• Shape the future of finance
• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
• Tackle challenging projects in a fast-paced and innovative enviornment with autonomy
• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
• Competitive salary and company benefits
• Remote-first, work-from-home arrangement (may vary depending on the nature of the role and team)

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