Coinbase is hiring a Compliance Lead Analyst

Coinbase is hiring a Compliance Lead Analyst for its Compliance Operations team. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive Transaction Monitoring investigations, proactively detect emerging risks, and optimize processes within our dynamic CX Compliance function. You'll work independently and with cross-functional partners to maintain regulatory compliance and operational excellence in line with our mission to build the future global financial system.

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.
• Document findings and create written narratives to support case investigations.
• Recommend case decisions based on investigative results in line with regulatory requirements.
• 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 enhancements.
• Test compliance tools, rules, and/or detection models, providing actionable feedback to technology teams.
• Remain current with industry standards in KYC, BSA/AML, and OFAC, and apply them to investigations.
• Maintain detailed documentation to demonstrate compliance with regulations and internal policies.

What We're Looking For

• A minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in traditional financial services, crypto, or tech, with a focus 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 organization.
• 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 such as Looker/Tableau/PowerBI, 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 closely with cross-functional partners like Financial Crime Risk Investigations, Workforce Management, Content, and Learning & Development. We operate in an intense work culture focused on high performance and collaboration.

Benefits & Compensation

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

Work Mode

This role follows a hybrid work model.

Coinbase is 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.