Compliance Manager (Strategic Execution Lead)

About the Role

The successful candidate will be a compliance subject matter expert with broad expertise, including AML and sanctions advisory, enhanced due diligence, and international regulatory compliance. You will be excited to lead multiple time-sensitive projects with a sense of urgency and focus, and be able to foster and maintain effective working groups with key stakeholders, including corporate development, partnerships, and legal teams.

As a Compliance Manager at Coinbase, you will be part of a global team that is committed to increasing economic freedom in the world. You will have the opportunity to work with high-caliber colleagues who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you. You will be expected to actively seek feedback to keep leveling up and be willing to run towards, not away from, solving the company's hardest problems.

What You Will Do

• Support M&A pre-deal due diligence by assessing the compliance policies, controls, and staff of potential M&A targets, identifying compliance gaps, and drafting proposed remediation plans.
• Support acquisition integration by implementing compliance remediation plans, including updates to policies, procedures, training, and controls.
• Support new market entry by assessing regulatory requirements, drafting compliance policies and governance programs, and engaging with regulators and bank partners to successfully obtain licenses and bank accounts.
• Support new product launches by conducting compliance risk assessments and proposing incremental controls, liaising with MLROs to identify potential local regulatory requirements, and engaging with regulators or bank partners to explain how Coinbase has properly mitigated any incremental risk related to the new product.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement compliance programs that align with the company's strategic objectives.
• Provide compliance training and guidance to employees to ensure they understand their roles and responsibilities in maintaining a compliant work environment.
• Develop and maintain compliance metrics and reports to measure the effectiveness of compliance programs and identify areas for improvement.
• Stay up-to-date with regulatory developments and trends, and apply this knowledge to inform compliance strategies and programs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with regulators, auditors, and other external stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration.

What We Are Looking For

• Broad compliance expertise, including AML and sanctions advisory, enhanced due diligence, international regulatory compliance, etc.
• Experience assessing risks, identifying compliance gaps, and designing control enhancements to enable business growth.
• Ability to lead multiple time-sensitive projects with a sense of urgency and focus.
• Ability to foster and maintain effective working groups with key stakeholders, including corporate development, partnerships, and legal teams.
• Demonstrates the ability to responsibly use generative AI tools and copilots in daily workflows, continuously learn as tools evolve, and apply human-in-the-loop practices to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and outside the box.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of institutional adoption and use cases of digital assets and the regulatory frameworks for trading, derivatives, etc.
• Knowledge of the digital payments ecosystem and the role of regulatory bodies in overseeing the industry.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong focus on innovation and growth.
• Certification in a compliance-related field, such as CCEP or CSCP.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and equity package.
• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off policy, including vacation days, sick leave, and holidays.
• Remote work stipend to support your home office setup.
• Access to professional development opportunities, including training and education programs.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of experienced professionals.
• Opportunity to work on complex and challenging projects that have a direct impact on the company's growth and success.

• Tip: Make sure you have a strong understanding of compliance principles and practices, including AML and sanctions advisory, enhanced due diligence, and international regulatory compliance.
• To stand out, highlight your experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a strong focus on innovation and growth.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience with compliance metrics and reports, and how you have used data to inform compliance strategies and programs.
• Show that you are a team player who can foster and maintain effective working groups with key stakeholders, including corporate development, partnerships, and legal teams.
• Be ready to discuss how you have applied human-in-the-loop practices to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality.
• Tip: Research the company's mission and values, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with them.
• Tip: Don't be afraid to ask questions during the interview process, such as what a typical day looks like in the role, or what the biggest challenges are that the team is facing.