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Money Laundering Reporting Officer, ADGM

Coinbase· Compliance
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Hybrid (United Arab Emirates)AED 510kfull-timePosted 3w ago

About the role

Founding compliance leadership role to build and own Coinbase Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) AML/CTF/PF/Sanctions program, liaising with FSRA and guiding local regulatory strategy from a remote-first organization.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Qualifications

  • 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.
  • 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; cryptocurrency or fintech experience preferred.
  • Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality.

Skills

Required:AML/CTF/PF complianceRegulatory liaisonPolicy developmentRisk assessments
Last updated Oct 15, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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