Senior Compliance Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Assist in the implementation and execution of Coinbase Canada's compliance program that encompasses AML/ATF, KYC, sanctions, transaction monitoring, and FINTRAC regulatory reporting.

• Take ownership of AML/ATF compliance reporting, which includes fiat and virtual asset transaction reports, as well as STR and LVCTR filings.

• Oversee and assess compliance cases within specified SLAs, providing guidance to internal stakeholders on escalations, EDD reviews, and complex or high-risk issues.

• Monitor FINTRAC announcements, legislative updates, and industry trends, translating them into necessary program modifications.

• Coordinate the responses to fiat-partner RFIs, ensuring timely extraction of user data and relevant documentation.

• Lead or assist in automation projects for KYC, EDD, and reporting processes in collaboration with CX, Legal, and Tech teams.

• Conduct Canadian risk assessments and compliance reporting to mitigate financial crime risks.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in financial crimes compliance within the financial services sector, focusing on AML/ATF, KYC, and sanctions.

• Ideally, experience in the cryptocurrency, fintech, or a FINTRAC-regulated organization.

• Proficient understanding of Canadian financial crimes compliance standards, including FINTRAC guidelines and PCMLTFA.

• Familiarity with STR and LVCTR reporting requirements.

• Proven experience in managing compliance cases and performing EDD reviews.

• Competence in producing regulatory filings and compliance reports accurately and within specified deadlines.

• Comprehensive knowledge of cryptocurrency transaction flows, transaction monitoring, and risk assessments.

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.

• Responsible utilization of generative AI with appropriate human oversight.

• Must reside in Canada.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for equity and bonuses.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Quarterly in-person working sessions (“surges”).

• Support for reasonable accommodations.