Money Laundering Reporting Officer, ADGM

As Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for Coinbase's Abu Dhabi-based subsidiary, you will build the AML/CTF/PF/Sanctions compliance program in a high-growth market and directly shape regulatory strategy with the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). This is a founding role within the Compliance organization where you will balance compliance with innovation, own all aspects of the entity's Anti-Money Laundering program, manage its relationship with the FSRA, and advise business and product teams on local requirements.

What you'll do

• Own identification of AML/CTF/PF and Sanctions requirements applicable to the ADGM entity, maintain policies and procedures as regulatory and business requirements evolve, and ensure ongoing compliance
• Monitor FSRA and UAE regulatory developments and lead implementation of necessary compliance changes with internal stakeholders
• Provide regular updates to senior management and the entity's Board on the AML/CTF/PF/Sanctions program, escalating incidents and material issues promptly, and drive AML/CTF/PF training for local employees and Board members
• Lead day-to-day regulatory communications with the FSRA, including notifications and comment letters, and oversee AML/CTF/PF risk assessments to confirm the adequacy of systems and controls
• Own timely remediation of findings from internal audit, regulatory exams, and self-identified issues
• Partner with Compliance and Product stakeholders to embed compliance into new products and market expansions, and with global teams to keep the AML/CTF/PF control environment consistent and integrated

What you bring

• 5+ years of AML/CTF/PF compliance experience, including senior leadership roles
• First-hand knowledge of UAE and Abu Dhabi financial services and AML regulations, including locally required regulatory exams and direct experience liaising with the FSRA or a comparable regulator
• A track record of independently managing day-to-day compliance program operations, including regulatory audits and examinations
• Demonstrated success building a compliance program from the ground up, including developing and administering internal controls in partnership with remote, global teams and senior management across business functions
• Demonstrated experience engaging directly with regulators, vendors, and cross-functional internal stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions, with cryptocurrency or fintech experience preferred
• Ability to utilize generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality

What we offer

• Annual base salary of 510,000 AED, with potential equity and bonus eligibility
• Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Remote-first work with quarterly in-person working sessions

About Coinbase

Coinbase is building the future of finance with a mission to increase economic freedom. The company operates a remote-first structure with quarterly in-person "surges" for intense collaborative working sessions.