Binance is the world’s leading blockchain and cryptocurrency infrastructure provider with a financial product suite that includes the largest digital asset exchange by volume. Trusted by millions worldwide, the Binance platform is dedicated to increasing the freedom of money for users, and features an unmatched portfolio of crypto products and offerings, i...
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Advising on a variety of regulatory issues, including product offering, licensing, marketing restrictions, compliance, AML/CTF and a range of other matters pivotal to Binance's growth across multiple African jurisdictions (e.g. South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya etc.) and globally.
Drafting and reviewing strategic plans and submissions to regulatory authorities, responding to regulatory enquiries, and helping to shape the long-term regulatory strategy.
Providing guidance to product and marketing teams on the scope of product offerings and marketing campaigns in multiple African jurisdictions.
Working with local teams on developing and managing the legal and compliance programmes and ongoing regulatory strategy across Africa.
Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory developments to provide strategic advice and foster compliance.
Requirements
Admitted to practice in either South Africa or a common law jurisdiction.
8-12 years post qualification experience gained in top tier law firms and/or financial institutions.
Experience providing regulatory advice to financial institutions and other businesses including banks, investment managers and payments platforms.
Self-motivated, collaborative lawyer who is comfortable working in a fluid environment, takes full ownership of matters, gives practical advice and can take risk-based decisions.
The role will entail primarily non-contentious work, but candidates with a contentious background are welcome to apply.