Global Regulatory Lead at Binance

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, FinTechIndustries

Requirements

Qualified to practice law in a leading jurisdiction with significant international regulatory legal experience
Minimum of 12-15 years’ experience in regulatory legal roles, preferably within the technology, financial services, or cryptocurrency sectors
Proven expertise in managing complex regulatory compliance issues and engaging with regulatory authorities across multiple jurisdictions globally
Strong knowledge of global financial products, including spot and derivatives trading, payment systems, and digital assets
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute global regulatory strategies in a fast-evolving and highly regulated environment
Experience leading and managing high-performing legal teams across multiple regions
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with regulators, business leaders, and external counsel
Deep understanding of the cryptocurrency industry and its regulatory landscape worldwide
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with fluency in English; additional language skills are a plus
Strong business acumen combined with a pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach to regulatory challenges
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and high-pressure environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Responsibilities

Serve as the principal legal lead for Binance’s global regulatory affairs, overseeing compliance with regulatory requirements and managing regulatory risks across all jurisdictions where Binance operates
Develop, implement, and continuously refine Binance’s global regulatory legal strategy to ensure alignment with evolving international laws and regulatory frameworks
Lead and manage the global regulatory legal team, providing strategic direction and fostering collaboration across regions to address regulatory challenges effectively
Act as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities worldwide, building and maintaining strong relationships to facilitate constructive dialogue and advance Binance’s regulatory interests
Oversee the preparation, submission, and management of regulatory filings, licenses, permits, and approvals on a global scale
Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of regulatory matters affecting Binance’s products, services, and business operations globally
Monitor and interpret global regulatory developments, anticipate potential impacts on Binance’s business, and advise senior management on necessary compliance measures and strategic responses
Coordinate and lead responses to regulatory inquiries, investigations, audits, and enforcement actions, ensuring timely and effective resolution
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including compliance, risk, business development, and product to embed regulatory considerations into business processes and product launches
Drive the development and delivery of regulatory training and awareness programs for internal stakeholders to enhance regulatory compliance culture across the organization
Manage external legal counsel and consultants as needed to support regulatory matters and complex legal issues
Oversee the global regulatory legal team’s operational functions, including budgeting, resource allocation, and performance management

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Regulatory ComplianceGlobal Regulatory StrategyLegal LeadershipRisk ManagementRegulatory LiaisonRegulatory FilingsLicensingPermits ManagementInternational LawCompliance MonitoringRegulatory Investigations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a full-time remote position.

What experience is required for the Global Regulatory Lead role?

Candidates need to be qualified to practice law in a leading jurisdiction with 12-15 years of experience in regulatory legal roles, preferably in technology, financial services, or cryptocurrency sectors, and proven expertise in managing complex regulatory compliance issues.

What is the salary for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the role involve in terms of team management?

The role requires leading and managing the global regulatory legal team, providing strategic direction, overseeing operational functions like budgeting and performance management, and fostering collaboration across regions.

What makes a strong candidate for this Global Regulatory Lead position?

A strong candidate will have 12-15 years of international regulatory legal experience in tech, finance, or crypto, expertise in complex compliance issues, and the ability to lead global teams and liaise with regulators.

Binance

Cryptocurrency exchange for trading and earning

About Binance

Binance is a cryptocurrency exchange platform where users can buy, sell, and trade a variety of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum. It offers multiple trading options such as Spot, Margin, and Futures markets, along with a peer-to-peer service for direct transactions. Users can also earn interest on their crypto holdings through Binance Earn and trade NFTs in its marketplace. Binance stands out as the largest crypto exchange by trade volume, aiming to provide comprehensive services for both new and experienced traders.

Valletta, MaltaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$9.7MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees