MLRO officer Full Time NEW

About BingX EU

BingX EU, a prospective MiCA-licensed entity, serves as the independent and strategic European business of BingX and is dedicated to establishing a premier regulated environment for digital asset trading. (BingX EU will commence only after MiCA license is granted.)

About BingX

• A leading crypto exchange since 2018
• With 40 million registered users worldwide
• Official crypto exchange partner of Chelsea FC
• First official crypto exchange partner of Scuderia Ferrari HP
• User-First, reliable, innovative, and diversified
• List over 1,000 spot trading pairs
• Offer over 300 futures trading pairs
• Integrate with over 80 public chain ecosystems
• Rank top on CoinMarketCap and CoinGecko
• TradingView’s Best Crypto Exchange for 2021, 2022 & 2023
• A gateway for the next billion crypto users

Founded in 2018, BingX is a leading cryptocurrency exchange, serving over 40 million users worldwide. BingX offers diversified products and services, including spot, derivatives, copy trading, and asset management – all designed for the evolving needs of users, from beginners to professionals.

BingX is committed to providing a trustworthy platform that empowers users with innovative tools and features to elevate their trading proficiency.

Our current vacancy | Full-time | Long-term |

Key Responsibilities

1. Regulatory Compliance & VARA Liaison

• Serve as the primary point of contact with VARA, managing all regulatory filings, audits, and communications.
• Ensure the firm’s operations strictly adhere to VARA’s mandatory rulebooks, including Market Conduct, Technology & Information, and Compliance & Risk Management.
• Monitor changes in the UAE’s Virtual Asset regulatory landscape (VARA, DFSA, Central Bank) and update internal policies accordingly.

2. MLRO Duties (AML/CFT)

• Oversee the transaction monitoring system to detect suspicious activities related to virtual asset transfers (on-chain and off-chain).
• Review, assess, and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) to the UAEFIU in a timely manner.
• Conduct enhanced due diligence (EDD) on high-risk customers and wallets.

3. Policy Development & Implementation

• Develop, review, and enforce internal Compliance and AML policies, specifically tailored for Virtual Asset service providers.
• Implement robust Travel Rule solutions for crypto transfers.
• Manage the sanctions screening process and ensure compliance with OFAC, UN, and UAE local sanctions lists.

4. Reporting & Governance

• Prepare regular compliance reports for the Board of Directors and Senior Management.
• Maintain the Compliance Monitoring Plan and conduct periodic testing of controls.
• Ensure proper record-keeping and data privacy standards are met.

5. Training & Awareness

• Conduct regular AML/Compliance training sessions for staff, focusing on VA-specific risks and red flags.
• Foster a strong culture of compliance within the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• VARA Experience: Must have previous experience dealing directly with VARA (either as a regulated entity employee or a consultant) and a strong understanding of the VARA rulebooks.
• Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in Compliance/AML, with at least 2 years specifically within a Virtual Asset / Cryptocurrency firm in the UAE.
• Certification: Certified Anti-Money Lapering Specialist (CAMS) or ICA Diploma in AML is mandatory.

Working at BingX EU

• Join an international and diversified team
• Great career development in a fast-growing company
• Be part of the future of finance technology and achieve meaningful goals
• Competitive market salary and fully remote/work-from-home flexibility
• Flexibility to observe your local holiday calendar, alongside additional benefits
• Please be advised that this recruitment is for a prospective licensed entity; the successful candidate will officially commence their tenure only upon the formal granting of the BingX EU license.