Associate Manager, Compliance QA

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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.

While many roles at Coinbase are remote-first, we are not remote-only. In-person participation is required throughout the year. Team and company-wide offsites are held multiple times annually to foster collaboration, connection, and alignment. Attendance is expected and fully supported.

Coinbase is committed to preventing illicit activities on our platform, safeguarding against criminal exploitation, and ensuring full compliance with legal and regulatory standards. As the Associate Manager for the International Escalations & TMS L1 QA Programs, you will play a pivotal role in supporting Coinbase's AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism) program. Your primary responsibility will be leading a team of Quality Assurance Experts who conduct thorough reviews of international investigations.

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

• Oversee the Transactions Monitoring System (TMS) Quality Assurance Programs for International Escalations and TMS Level 1 Reviews.
• Manage a team of Senior Quality Assurance Analysts
• Conduct weekly capacity planning reviews and allocate cases for auditing based on analyst capacity
• Establish, maintain and enhance QA metrics and Standard Operating Procedures
• Partnering with Operations on initiatives to improve output, quality metrics and key risk indicators
• Perform Root Cause Analysis to surface underlying systemic drivers of persistent opportunity areas of improvement
• Assist with compliance, internal audit or regulatory, Design Effectiveness Assessments and Operational Effectiveness Testing of relevant TMS Processes
• Ensure service level agreements and quality metrics are met for both individual and team performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Data Analytics, Escalations, Financial Crime Compliance, and Learning & Development to launch or improve workflows and processes
• Utilize a deep understanding of metrics to drive data-driven recommendations
• Continuously add value through effective impact analysis, prioritization, and efficient project execution
• Conduct post-implementation reviews and suggest process revisions as necessary
• Ensure comprehensive change communication and coordination
• Identify and implement process optimization opportunities to enhance efficiency and eliminate roadblocks
• Handle ad-hoc assignments as required

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

• An ideal candidate would have 6+ years BSA/AML experience with high quality technical expertise at an equivalent financial services organization, fintech or advisory firm, regulator or law enforcement agency
• A professional compliance qualification is a must (ICA, ACAMS or equivalent)
• Strong communication skills and presence: ability to interface with regulators and executive teams
• Line management experience
• Motivated by Coinbase’s mission and crafting a seamless support experience for our global customer base
• Experience in project management and process improvements
• Flexible and adaptable to meeting the evolving needs of a high-growth and fast paced organisation
• Strong planning skills; able to manage multiple priorities and tasks
• Travel requirements up to 10% to Coinbase offices and vendor locations
• Strong Data Analytics knowledge (Excel or Google Sheets)

Nice to haves:

• Knowledgeable in the area of virtual currencies, particularly in the context of AML/CTF
• Knowledge of blockchain analytics tools
• Experience in performing QC and/or QA
• Advanced understanding of Google apps, JIRA, Salesforce Service Cloud

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Pay Transparency Notice: 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, and vision).

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.

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