Coinbase · 1 day ago
Lead TMS Compliance Analyst
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$99K/yr - $99K/yr
5+ years expCoinbase is on a mission to increase economic freedom in the world, and they are seeking a Lead TMS Compliance Analyst to help achieve this goal. The role involves serving as a Subject Matter Expert in transaction monitoring operations and conducting investigations related to AML and fraud on the blockchain.
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Responsibilities
Duties will be split 50/50 between US Escalations investigations casework and Subject Matter Expert work, to include leadership support as directed
Serve as internal Subject Matter Expert for Coinbase’s end-to-end transaction monitoring (TMS) operations, assisting teammates with substantive questions about process or procedure. Build strong relationships with Compliance partners and provide clear guidance to your team to resolve subjectivity in case resolution. Encourage knowledge sharing, ongoing training, and collaboration
Provide assistance to team managers in areas such as: queue management and team communication
Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) across TMS to find opportunities for improvement, including conducting deep dives on critical errors surfaced through QC and QA processes. Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Update processes and improve feedback loops and communications channels
Coordinate with CX Programs to contribute to and lead projects to improve processes and procedures across TMS. Execute identified corrective actions and monitor implementation. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop specific corrective actions and conduct necessary testing
Investigate AML and fraud-related alerting transaction on the blockchain; write and/or file Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR)
Conduct investigative review and analysis in support of Coinbase’s BSA/AML regulatory compliance policies and program including investigating automated alerts from our transaction monitoring systems, and referrals sourced from law enforcement requests and other Coinbase lines of business
Analyze transaction activity and KYC information and conduct due diligence research in support of investigations
Document investigations in written narratives
Decide whether activity warrants escalation for additional review and subsequently recommend whether activity appears suspicious and warrants filing of a Suspicious Activity Report
Maintain detailed documentation to demonstrate compliance with regulations and internal policies and procedures
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 investigations
Qualification
Required
B.A./B.S. degree or equivalent
Minimum 5 years professional experience and 3 years relevant compliance experience (conducting AML/Fraud investigations, SARs preparation and filing)
Experience working in a fast paced production environment with competing priorities and shifting procedural requirements with an emphasis on production and quality
Experience in project management and/or team leadership
Working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines (e.g., BSA, OFAC, FinCEN guidance)
Strong interpersonal, analytical, and communications (verbal and written) skills
Excellent grasp of English grammar and strong English language writing skills
Preferred
ACAMS or other professional certification related to AML, Fraud, and/or blockchain/crypto investigation (not required, but a major plus)
Proficient in Google Suite and blockchain analysis (e.g. Chainalysis)
Benefits
Target bonus
Target equity
Benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k))
Company
Coinbase
Coinbase is a crypto exchange and wallet platform that allows merchants and consumers to buy, sell, and store digital currencies.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$4.45BKey Investors
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2025-08-05Post Ipo Debt· $2.6B
2025-03-04Post Ipo Equity· $8M
2024-03-13Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B
Leadership Team
Brian Armstrong
CEO & Co-Founder
Alesia Haas
Chief Financial Officer
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