Regulatory Counsel - South Africa

Job description

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by 300+ 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. ### Responsibilities - Advise on a variety of regulatory issues including product offering, licensing, marketing restrictions, compliance, AML/CTF and other matters pivotal to Binance's growth across multiple African jurisdictions (e.g. South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya) and globally - Draft and review strategic plans and submissions to regulatory authorities; respond to regulatory enquiries and help shape long-term regulatory strategy - Provide guidance to product and marketing teams on the scope of product offerings and marketing campaigns across multiple African jurisdictions - Work with local teams to develop and manage legal and compliance programmes and ongoing regulatory strategy across Africa - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory developments to provide strategic advice and foster compliance - Prepare leadership summaries, proposals, reports and regulatory commentary on upcoming legislation - Manage relationships with external law firms and relevant stakeholders ### Requirements - Admitted to practice in South Africa or a common law jurisdiction - 8+ years post-qualification experience gained at top-tier law firms and/or financial institutions - Experience advising financial institutions and other businesses (including banks, investment managers and payments platforms) on regulatory matters - Strong research, analytical and document drafting skills - Self-motivated, collaborative lawyer comfortable working in a fluid environment; takes full ownership of matters, gives practical advice and makes risk-based decisions - The role is primarily non-contentious; candidates with a contentious background are welcome to apply - Excellent written and spoken English - Familiarity with AI tools is a plus