CCO MLRO, Bermuda

About the role

In this role, you will oversee compliance and anti-money laundering programs for Coinbase in Bermuda. Your responsibilities will include ensuring adherence to local regulations, managing compliance incidents, and providing strategic advice to product teams. You will also update policies and oversee compliance training for local employees.

The work culture at Coinbase is intense and demands high performance. You will collaborate with senior management and various stakeholders, promoting a consistent compliance approach. Success in this position is defined by your ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and foster effective relationships across the organization.

The salary range for this role is between $119,680 and $230,000.

Who this role suits

• You have over 8 years of experience in compliance, particularly in senior roles.
• You possess direct knowledge of financial services regulations in Bermuda.
• You thrive in high-pressure environments and seek continuous feedback for improvement.
• You are skilled in building relationships and collaborating with diverse teams.

From the employer

What you’ll be doing:

• Identify relevant regulatory requirements for Coinbase Bermuda and ensure Coinbase’s ongoing compliance with the same.
• Keep ahead of regulatory developments in Bermuda that could impact Coinbase’s business and deploy necessary changes to maintain compliance in partnership with internal stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates to Bermuda senior management and the Coinbase Bermuda Board of Directors regarding the Compliance Program and overall regulatory landscape. Ensure appropriate escalation of compliance incidents or material issues to Compliance and business leadership and the Board.
• Oversee/manage regulatory notifications, comment letters, and other communications as required. Handle day-to-day regulatory communications.
• Oversee execution of Compliance Risk Assessments to ensure the adequacy of systems and controls to ensure that risks are managed effectively.
• Ensure that policies are updated to meet changing regulatory and business requirements.
• Oversee deployment of relevant Compliance training for local employees.
• Ensure timely remediation of all relevant findings identified by third-parties (Internal Audit, regulatory exams), as well as self-identified items.
• Partner with Compliance and Product stakeholders to ensure compliance obligations are considered and built as part of new product or expansion initiatives. Ensure appropriate documentation, including updating policies and procedures as needed.
• Manage and develop global relationships with key internal stakeholders and senior management in order to promote a consistent approach to the development and execution of an effective and integrated control environment.

What we look for in you:

• 8+ years experience in compliance, including in senior leadership roles.
• Direct, first-hand knowledge of financial services and anti-money laundering regulations in Bermuda, including direct experience liaising with Bermuda Monetary Authority.
• Ability to independently manage day-to-day aspects of a Compliance Program, including audits and exams.
• Experience building Compliance Programs.
• Experience in developing and administering internal controls and processes, proven track record of partnership and collaboration with remote, global teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of business functions, with an emphasis on senior management.
• Demonstrated ability to generate and execute strategies across a global organization.
• Ability to develop, foster and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups of people within the organization as well as with external stakeholders and vendors.
• Demonstrates the ability to responsibly use generative AI tools and copilots (e.g., LibreChat, Gemini, Glean) in daily workflows, continuously learn as tools evolve, and apply human-in-the-loop practices to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality.

Nice to haves:

• Prior experience at cryptocurrency or fintech preferred.
• A professional compliance or finance qualification, and membership of a recognized professional body.