KYC COE Specialist
BinanceJob Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented KYC COE Specialist to join our team. This pivotal role will bridge the gap between Operations and Compliance, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and up-to-date with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or a similar role within the financial services or cryptocurrency industry. They should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in project management and stakeholder management. Our team values curiosity, ownership, and a drive to improve, and we offer flexible remote work options, $4,000/year travel stipends, and equity in a fast-growing company.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for KYC processes, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and operational efficiency.
- Liaise closely with the compliance team to interpret and implement regulatory changes into KYC processes and SOPs.
- Conduct regular reviews of KYC processes and SOPs to identify areas for improvement and compliance enhancement.
- Collaborate with various stakeholders including operations, compliance, legal, and product teams to ensure seamless integration of compliance requirements into KYC workflows.
- Provide guidance on KYC compliance matters to operations team.
- Develop and coordinate training programs on KYC processes and compliance requirements for relevant staff.
- Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes that may impact KYC processes and proactively propose necessary adjustments.
- Participate in regulatory audits and examinations related to KYC processes.
- Prepare and present regular reports on KYC process performance and compliance metrics to senior management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Law, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
- 5+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or a similar role within the financial services or cryptocurrency industry.
- In-depth knowledge of KYC regulations and best practices, particularly in the cryptocurrency space.
- Strong understanding of AML/CFT regulations and their application to business onboarding processes.
- Experience in process improvement, project coordination and SOP development.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders.
- Proficiency in project management and stakeholder management.
