Regulatory Counsel - Australia
Australia, Sydney / Australia, Melbourne / Australia, Brisbane
Legal & Compliance – Legal /
Full-time: Remote /
Remote
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 280 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
- Provide expert legal advice on a broad range of regulatory matters specific to the Australian market, including licensing, compliance, and regulatory developments impacting the company’s operations locally and across the APAC region.
- Draft, review, and submit regulatory filings, strategic plans, and responses to regulatory inquiries to Australian regulatory authorities such as ASIC, AUSTRAC, and other relevant bodies.
- Support the development and implementation of the company’s long-term regulatory strategy in Australia, ensuring alignment with global and regional compliance frameworks.
- Monitor and interpret changes in Australian laws and regulations related to financial services, cryptocurrency, fintech, and related sectors to proactively advise business teams and ensure ongoing compliance.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including compliance, risk, and business teams, to embed regulatory best practices and mitigate legal risks.
- Manage and contribute to the APAC legal and compliance program with a focus on Australian regulatory requirements.
- Provide training and guidance to internal teams on regulatory obligations and emerging legal issues in Australia.
Requirements
- Qualified and admitted to practice law in Australia.
- 5-8 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with a strong focus on regulatory, investigations or litigation experience within Australia.
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to provide clear, practical legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
Why Binance
• Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem
• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
• Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment
• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
• Competitive salary and company benefits
• Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)
Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success.
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