Compliance Officer, Payments (Kazakhstan)

About the role

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world's largest digital asset exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are exploring opportunities to expand our licensed payment business in Kazakhstan and the broader CIS region. We are looking for a Compliance Officer to build and run an independent and effective compliance function for the local licensed payment business, ensuring compliance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, AIFC regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

What you'll do

• Build and run an independent compliance function for the local licensed payment business, ensuring compliance with Kazakh legislation, AIFC rules, and internal policies.
• Identify, assess, monitor and report compliance risks; develop and maintain the Compliance Risk Management Framework.
• Conduct periodic compliance monitoring and thematic reviews; monitor regulatory developments and implement changes.
• Oversee AML/CFT/CPF requirements and financial monitoring; monitor sanctions and financial crime risks.
• Review new products and activities for compliance; develop policies, procedures, and controls.
• Provide compliance guidance and training; maintain risk registers and reporting to senior management and the Board.

What they're looking for

• Degree in law, finance, economics, or related field; professional certification (ICA, ACAMS) is a plus.
• 5+ years of compliance experience in a bank, payment organisation, fintech, or other regulated financial institution.
• Strong knowledge of Kazakhstan payments legislation, AML/CFT, NBK requirements for payment organisations, and financial monitoring reporting obligations.
• Knowledge of the AIFC/AFSA regulatory framework is a strong advantage.
• Experience building or developing a compliance function, including policies, monitoring programmes, and risk assessments; interaction with regulators and audits.
• Fluent in Russian and English; Kazakh strongly preferred.

For applicants in Nigeria

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• The listing does not specify contractor versus employee status.
• The listing does not state pay currency or range.
• The listing does not mention visa or work authorization requirements for Nigeria; confirm if needed.