Financial Crime Investigator - Global

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 230 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 a Financial Crime Investigator to support our compliance growth into all global frontiers and provide support on suspicious activity reviews to ensure we stay in continuous compliance with regulations and internal policy requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Handle and review assigned cases within available SLAs, including advising relevant stakeholders on next steps
• Maintain escalation log and ensure all escalations to the team are promptly reviewed and resolved
• Maintain client off-boarding log and support client off-boarding process where required
• Where there are grounds for suspicion or requirement for guidance in relation to a case, escalate accordingly to the team lead and relevant MLROs
• Partner with relevant internal stakeholders to strengthen quality of SARs, and ensure consistency and accuracy
• Proficient in compliance applications and programmes such as Chainalysis, TRM, Elliptic, Kodex, World-Check, etc
• Good knowledge on provisions of local laws, directives, regulations and otherwise standards applicable to subject persons and knowledge of upcoming regulation of virtual currency policies is a strong plus
• Participate in internal and external programs related to AML/CFT and other subjects that may form part of the day to day work requirements
• Any general administration and ancillary activities as may be required and related to the above functions in accordance with the business requirements of the Company

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a Business, Legal, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 3-5 years of experience in investigations, including filing SARs, or related audit/regulatory experience at a financial institution or fintech company
• Ability to navigate through ambiguity in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to be action-oriented and seek to meet high standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication, time management, analytical, and investigative skills
• Bilingual English/Mandarin is required to be able to coordinate with overseas partners and stakeholders