Screening Compliance Analyst III (TMS)

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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.

As a Compliance Screening Analyst you will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting thorough screenings of customers. You will be responsible for identifying and escalating potential compliance risks, supporting the maintenance of high standards of production and quality within the Compliance Screening function working extensively with functional leaders in the Financial Crime Risk Service line and support functions.

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

• Screening Processes:
• Conduct end-to-end screening processes to identify potential risks associated with customers, individuals and entities.
• Utilize screening tools and databases effectively to ensure comprehensive coverage and accuracy of results.
• Conduct investigative review and analysis in support of company’s BSA/AML regulatory compliance policies and program including PEP, Sanctions and Travel Rule alerts from our Screening systems and referrals sourced from law enforcement requests and other company lines of business.

• Collaboration and Communication:
• Analyse screening results and escalate potential compliance risks to FCCS (Financial Crime Risk Service) and other relevant stakeholders for further investigation.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams to provide insights on screening findings and contribute to decision-making processes.
• Maintain detailed documentation to demonstrate compliance with regulations and internal policies and procedures

• Quality Assurance:
• ​​Maintain high standards of quality in screening processes by adhering to established procedures and guidelines.
• Incorporate feedback from Quality Assurance Team
• Participate in quality assurance activities, including peer reviews and audits, to ensure accuracy and consistency in screening outcomes.

• Continuous Improvement:
• Remain current with industry standards and developments in the areas of KYC, BSA/AML and OFAC and apply regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures to case investigation
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiency enhancements within the Compliance Screening function.
• Proactively contribute to the development and implementation of best practices to optimize screening workflows and mitigate compliance risks.

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

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in financial services, crypto, investigations, legal, or the tech industry, with a focus on screening, compliance, or regulatory matters.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communication (verbal and written) skills
• Experience working with Google Sheet, Google Doc, Excel, Word
• Flexible and adaptable to the evolving needs of a high-growth and fast paced organization environment
• Ready to support in 24*7 environment
• Organized with a High level of attention to detail

Nice to haves:

• Professional certification in AML or Fraud (e.g. CAMS, CFCS, CFE) 
• Experience in project management, analytics, or vendor management
• Advanced degree in business, finance, or customer experience (CX)
• Proficiency with tools such as Google apps, JIRA, Hummingbird, and Salesforce Service Cloud.
• Experience collaborating with external outsource business partners

Position ID: G2721

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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.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

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. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.  For US applicants, you may view the Employee Rights and the Know Your Rights notices by clicking on their corresponding links. Additionally, Coinbase participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. 

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AI Disclosure

For select roles, Coinbase is piloting an AI tool based on machine learning technologies to conduct initial screening interviews to qualified applicants. The tool simulates realistic interview scenarios and engages in dynamic conversation. A human recruiter will review your interview responses, provided in the form of a voice recording and/or transcript, to assess them against the qualifications and characteristics outlined in the job description.  

For select roles, Coinbase is also piloting an AI interview intelligence platform to transcribe and summarize interview notes, allowing our interviewers to fully focus on you as the candidate. 

The above pilots are for testing purposes and Coinbase will not use AI to make decisions impacting employment. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact accommodations@coinbase.com.