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CoinbaseCompliance, International Investigations Associate
Coinbase is hiring a Compliance, International Investigations Associate to support its Financial Intelligence Unit within the second line of defense. This full-time position operates on a…
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Coinbase is hiring a Compliance, International Investigations Associate to support its Financial Intelligence Unit within the second line of defense. This full-time position operates on a remote-first basis, though staff participate in mandatory periodic in-person work sessions referred to as surges. The professional stepping into this role will handle complex financial crime investigations across global jurisdictions, collaborating with local compliance personnel, operations groups, and Money Laundering Reporting Officers to safeguard…
Job Description
Coinbase is hiring a Compliance, International Investigations Associate to support its Financial Intelligence Unit within the second line of defense. This full-time position operates on a remote-first basis, though staff participate in mandatory periodic in-person work sessions referred to as surges. The professional stepping into this role will handle complex financial crime investigations across global jurisdictions, collaborating with local compliance personnel, operations groups, and Money Laundering Reporting Officers to safeguard the platform and its users.
This role suits an investigative professional experienced in navigating anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing matters within a cryptocurrency environment. Responsibilities involve driving proactive and reactive inquiries, conducting delegated reviews of Suspicious Activity Reports, and developing actionable intelligence regarding emerging risks and typologies. Candidates should expect an intense work environment focused on expanding economic freedom and enhancing institutional defences against financial crime.
Responsibilities
- Manage comprehensive end-to-end investigations covering anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing issues from initial alert to disposition and regulatory filing.
- Perform delegated Money Laundering Reporting Officer evaluations for suspicious activity and transaction reports prior to submission.
- Drive proactive inquiries leveraging transaction data, blockchain analytics, trading behavior, and open-source intelligence.
- Translate case findings and analytics into regulatory reports, control upgrades, and detection workflow refinements.
- Coordinate with regional compliance personnel, operations groups, and law enforcement agencies concerning information sharing and investigative approaches.
Requirements
- Minimum of four years conducting and reviewing complex crypto financial crime inquiries across products like spot trading, derivatives, and retail or institutional transfers.
- Proven background in preparing and filing suspicious activity reports alongside knowledge of multi-jurisdictional regulatory frameworks.
- Demonstrated ability to perform data-driven investigations utilizing SQL and blockchain analytics instruments.
- Skill in producing structured reports tailored to various technical and leadership audiences.
- Familiarity with identifying illicit financial typologies and applying generative intelligence tools responsibly.
Core Skills
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Equity eligibility
- Bonus eligibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a remote position?
Yes, Coinbase operates on a remote-first basis for this role, though employees are required to gather quarterly for in-person working sessions known as surges.
What is the employment type?
The position is full-time.
What is the salary range for this job?
The target annual base salary ranges from £55,620 to £61,800 GBP, excluding potential equity, bonuses, and benefits.
How many applications can a candidate submit?
Candidates are limited to a maximum of three applications within a six-month period.
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