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Regulatory Counsel South Africa

Binance

Job Location:

Cape Town - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 29 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 15 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Summary

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the worlds 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 Binances 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

Why Binance

Shape the future with the worlds 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)

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About Company

Binance

Binance is a blockchain ecosystem comprised of Exchange, Labs, Launchpad, Info, Academy, Trust Wallet, and Blockchain Charity Foundation (BCF). Binance Exchange is one of the fastest and most popular cryptocurrency exchange platforms in the world, capable of processing over 1.4 millio ... View more

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