Posted 18 days ago

Regulatory Risk Operations, Derivatives (ADGM)

Abu DhabiRemote

AI Summary

An operations professional supporting Binance’s regulated derivatives business in Abu Dhabi, analyzing regulatory standards, designing SOPs, conducting independent operational assessments, and coordinating with stakeholders and regulators.

About this role

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.

About the Role:

We're hiring an operations talent for our regulated derivatives business, preferably based in the UAE or willing to travel there if required. You'll bring about solid experience in financial institutions and knowledge of derivatives exchanges, clearing houses, and risk or regulatory compliance. We want a self-driven problem-solver who challenges the status quo, communicates sharply with stakeholders at all levels, and writes polished, data-backed reports for regulators and senior management.

Responsibilities

Analyze regulatory technical standards, design SOPs based on regulatory requirements, and coordinate with key stakeholders.

Provide advice, objective reviews, and challenges to ensure that key operational risks are adequately and effectively identified, assessed, and managed in both business-as-usual activities and new initiatives, products, and processes.

Conduct independent assessments and daily monitoring of operations based on the regulated entity’s rulebooks, assessing whether there are systemic or thematic risk concerns that warrant deeper analysis and escalation to senior management.

Monitor regular operational cycles, validate results, and continuously improve operational processes.

Periodically audit operational results, processes, and public information to identify potential regulatory and compliance risks.

Coordinate with different teams to prepare periodic and ad-hoc notifications to regulators, and maintain accurate records of key decisions and operational outcomes.

Requirements

5 years+ of working or project or operation experience in financial institutions, with good knowledge of financial products and processes.

Willing to work in UTC +4 timezone

Good knowledge of regulated derivatives Exchanges and Clearing house.

Aptitude and experience in risk, control or regulatory compliance related roles.

Passionate and keen interest in subject matter of operational and risk management.

Positive attitude to change, constantly looking for better ways to get things done and to challenge status quo.

Self-driven and able to balance creative and pragmatic approachesStrong communication and facilitation skills; able to work with and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Bilingual English/Mandarin is required to be able to coordinate with overseas partners and stakeholders.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with affinity to using data to solve problems.