Compliance FCI Review Associate - Spain

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.

The Compliance FCI Review Associate - ES will have a diverse set of responsibilities covering multiple aspects of compliance, regulatory adherence, risk assessment, and stakeholder management. The role demands understanding the related fields while maintaining professional relationships and conducting thorough reviews within the global and local standards framework.

• Supporting EDD, KYC and KYB Reviews: Conduct comprehensive reviews for high-risk customers. Assess high-risk customer transaction activities and ensure they align with the business's nature;
• Risk Assessments: Conduct risk assessments on new and existing customers to ensure compliance with standards;
• Strategic Compliance Projects: Act as a significant player in strategic compliance projects with an emphasis on the onboarding process for EDD/KYC/KYB;
• Escalation Point: Serve as an escalation point for issues and collaborate with the global compliance ops team to address identified risks;
• Leading EDD Projects: Lead initiatives related to EDD enhancements to elevate business standards and effectiveness;
• AML/CFT Expertise: Provide AML/CFT subject matter expertise to the team and implement this knowledge into practices;
• Manage High-risk Escalations: Handle high-risk customer escalations and liaise with the appropriate units to mitigate risks;
• Documentation: Be responsible for drafting documentation, including policies, procedures, guidance, training materials, and impact assessments/analysis;
• Audits and Reviews: Assist in internal, external, regulatory, and AML audits and reviews, ensuring the business remains compliant with all relevant standards;
• Stakeholder Relations: Manage interactions with stakeholders, balancing differing interests to ensure common goals are achieved;
• Knowledge Management: Participate in internal and industry-wide knowledge management initiatives, fostering knowledge exchange on evolving regulations;
• Sanctions Overview: Work closely with internal stakeholders, providing a global perspective on how sanctions requirements and controls are embedded within business operations;
• Professional Relationships: Raise challenges confidently while maintaining and building professional relationships within and outside of the team; 
• Global Standards Familiarity: Stay current on global EDD standards such as FATF, and local rules in the regions where the company operates.

• Native Spanish and fluent English is a must;
• At least 3 years experience in a corporate onboarding role with substantial knowledge of relevant rules and regulations and the day-to-day compliance affairs;
• Knowledge of multiple client types (E.g: Non-Operating/Asset Holding Companies, Funds, Partnerships, Segregated Portfolio Companies, Trusts); and multiple EEA jurisdictions;
• Experience in reviewing AML Policies and Procedures and identifying control gaps;
• Good knowledge of Virtual Asset Service Providers business types;
• Experience handling reviews of high risk and complex KYB cases as well as conducting reviews of Financial Institutions and Broker clients profiles;
• Possesses strong time management, organisational and relationship building skills. Adaptable in an evolving and fast-moving environment;
• Good knowledge on provisions of local laws, directives, regulations and otherwise standards applicable to subject persons;
• Good knowledge of upcoming regulation of virtual currency policies is a strong plus.

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.

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