Data Scientist - Transaction Monitoring System Specialist
United Kingdom, London
Binance
Binance cryptocurrency exchange - We operate the worlds biggest bitcoin exchange and altcoin crypto exchange in the world by volumeIf you’re looking for a fast-paced, mission-driven organization where opportunities to learn and excel are endless, then Binance is the place for you.
Join our dynamic Compliance Department at Binance, where an exciting opportunity awaits within the SMSS System and Control team. We specialize in overseeing Name Screening, Transaction Screening, Transaction Monitoring, and Market Surveillance, driving operational efficiency through innovative system processes and designs. Our team is composed of compliance professionals with a passion for technology and data-driven decision-making, and plays a pivotal role in enhancing and implementing compliance system monitoring rules.
At Binance, we value the versatility of our employees, offering cross-training opportunities in various Compliance Systems due to our team's collaborative nature.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze Transaction Monitoring (TM) rules and alerts to identify areas for enhancement.
- Interpret data and translate statistical insights into actionable decisions to optimize rule effectiveness and efficiency.
- Lead the development, maintenance, and definition of tuning and back-testing policies, standards, and processes for TM tuning and back-testing.
- Help oversee automated TM implementation activities, including data sourcing from multiple systems and managing testing and tuning efforts to support the Program Management Office (PMO) activities.
- Conduct regular audits on Transaction Monitoring Rule Settings, collaborating with stakeholders to rectify any gaps or errors identified.
- Act as an advisory liaison to the Financial Crime team, MLRO, Risk, Audit, and Operational partners regarding the application of Transaction Monitoring systems and solutions.
- Collaborate with PMO, Technology, Legal, Risk, Audit, and other business divisions to ensure stakeholder engagement throughout the Transaction Monitoring project’s lifecycle.
- Develop governance documentation outlining change rationale for comprehension and approval from senior leadership and committees.
Essential Competencies:
- In-depth understanding and knowledge of the TM landscape, its rules, and latest best practices.
- Strong analytical skills, particularly in Transaction Monitoring Alert Handling.
- Ability to interpret data sets and statistical outputs, converting them into clear decision-making documentation.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of confidently sharing ideas and propositions with senior stakeholders.
- Proven writing skills for updating procedures, documentation, change request documents, and audit findings.
- Practical ability to balance the efficiency and effectiveness of the TM rule set.
- Continual commitment to staying updated with market developments.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree (or above) required, preferably in Data Governance, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Quantitative Finance, Business, Law, Economics, or Public Policy.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the Compliance domain.
- ACAMS/ACSS certification is an added advantage.
- Demonstrable competency in data analysis, with advanced Excel skills preferred.
Learn more about how Binancians embody the organization’s core values, creating a unified culture that enables collaboration, excellence, and growth.
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