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Associate, Financial Crimes Controls Governance & Assessments

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Remote
Hiring Remotely in USA
99K-117K Annually
Mid level
Remote
Hiring Remotely in USA
99K-117K Annually
Mid level
This role involves executing AML/CFT and sanctions risk assessments, supporting governance initiatives, and developing training for financial crimes compliance.
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At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It’s a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform — and with it, the future global financial system.

To achieve our mission, we’re seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the company’s hardest problems.

Our work culture is intense and isn’t for everyone. But if you want to build the future alongside others who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you, there’s no better place to be.

Financial Crimes Compliance (FCC) has the primary responsibility for the execution of Coinbase’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT), Sanctions, and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) Program.  Within Financial Crimes, the Global FCC Controls Governance & Assessments function oversees core FCC program governance, including metrics reporting, board and regulatory reporting, execution of the AML/CFT and Sanctions risk assessments, issues management, control inventory maintenance, and policy and procedure management.  Additionally, the Controls Governance & Assessments team helps drive key governance initiatives, works with cross functional stakeholders to drive process and control enhancements. 

What you’ll be doing (ie. job duties):

  • Assist with the execution of AML/CFT and Sanctions risk assessments, including data analysis, report writing, and methodology maintenance and tuning.    
  • Provide support with ongoing governance initiatives, including standing governance forum/meeting materials preparation and support, AML/CFT and Sanctions control inventory maintenance, issues management, KPI/KRI development and tuning, and policy and procedure governance.  
  • Assisting with the development and implementation of Financial Crimes training throughout the lines of defense.
  • Assisting with the maintenance of policies and procedures, and the control inventory.

What we look for in you (ie. job requirements):

  • 3+ years of relevant experience in Financial Crimes Compliance at a financial institution, fintech, or consulting firm.
  • Strong knowledge of anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, and sanctions risks and regulations.
  • Experience executing or leading AML/CFT and/or Sanctions risk assessments.
  • Experience developing content for Financial Crimes training modules.
  • Experience in data analysis, including KPI/KRI development, tuning, and metrics reporting for internal/external audiences.
  • Highly organized and adept at managing competing priorities, and diverse stakeholder groups.

Nice to haves:

  • CAMS, CCAS, or other relevant industry designation
  • Experience working in crypto

Position ID: P69541

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Pay Transparency Notice: Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include target bonus + target equity + benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)).

Pay Range:

$99,365$116,900 USD

Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Coinbase is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.  For US applicants, you may view the Know Your Rights notice here.  Additionally, Coinbase participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. 

Coinbase is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at accommodations[at]coinbase.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.  For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here).

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Top Skills

Anti-Money Laundering
Counter-Terrorist Financing
Data Analysis
Financial Crimes Compliance
Governance Reporting

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