Financial Crime & Sanctions Name Screening System Specialist

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 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.

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

Responsibilities

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

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, Law, or other related fields
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sanctions or financial crime related projects, preferably as a technical business analyst, data analyst, or product manager related to compliance name screening systems and control
• Comprehensive understanding of global sanctions and financial crime regulations and their application in financial services, including OFAC, EU, UN sanctions regimes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, adept at converting business needs into technical solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to draft product documentation, compliance procedures and policies as well as capable of effective engagement with diverse stakeholder groups
• Proven experience in managing large-scale projects and implementing change

• Strategic Problem-Solver: Exhibit a resilient and analytical approach to complex challenges, consistently focused on delivering practical solutions
• Driven and Meticulous: Demonstrate a proactive and detail-oriented mindset, committed to project success and operational excellence
• Flexible Team Player: Adaptable to evolving priorities and environments, fostering collaboration and innovation within the team

• 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)

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