Coinbase is hiring a Compliance Lead Analyst

Coinbase is hiring a Compliance Lead Analyst for its CX Compliance team. In this role, you will conduct end-to-end Transaction Monitoring investigations, proactively detect emerging risks, and optimize compliance processes while testing new tools and models before deployment. Your work will directly support our mission to increase economic freedom through crypto and blockchain technology.

What You'll Do

• Investigate and analyze manual referrals and automated alerts from transaction monitoring systems.
• Conduct due diligence research and KYC reviews on transaction activities using internal and external tools to assess legitimacy and mitigate risks.
• Document findings and create written narratives to support case investigations.
• Recommend case decisions based on investigative results in line with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Identify patterns or emerging risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate, refine, and optimize compliance workflows, models, and procedures.
• Act as a subject matter expert for new and existing Compliance Operations tools, processes, and future enhancements.
• Test compliance tools, rules, and/or detection models, providing actionable feedback to technology and machine learning teams.
• Remain current with industry standards and developments in KYC, BSA/AML, and OFAC, applying regulatory requirements and internal policies to case investigations.
• Maintain detailed documentation to demonstrate compliance with regulations and internal policies.

What We're Looking For

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in financial services, crypto, or tech, focusing on TMS/EDD compliance investigations or regulatory matters.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Experience working with Google apps.
• Flexibility and adaptability to the evolving needs of a high-growth, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to think both strategically and operationally, with an eye for identifying risks and opportunities early.
• Creativity and problem-solving skills to address unstructured challenges.

Nice to Have

• Relevant experience in EDD and Transaction Monitoring workflows, including SAR narrative drafting and filing.
• Experience in project management, data analytics, and/or third-party vendor management.
• Proficiency with business intelligence tools like Looker, Tableau, PowerBI, as well as JIRA, Hummingbird, and Salesforce Service Cloud.
• Experience collaborating with internal and external outsource business partners.
• Professional certification in AML or Fraud (e.g., CAMS, CFCS, CFE).
• Advanced degree in business, finance, or customer experience (CX).

Technical Stack

• Google apps
• Looker, Tableau, PowerBI
• JIRA
• Hummingbird
• Salesforce Service Cloud

Team & Environment

You will be part of the CX Compliance team, working extensively with cross-functional groups such as Financial Crime Risk Investigations, Workforce Management, and Content & Learning & Development stakeholders.

Benefits & Compensation

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Equity eligibility
• Bonus eligibility
• Compensation range: $99,365—$116,900 USD + equity

Work Mode

This role follows a hybrid work model.

Coinbase 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.