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Published onSeptember 30, 2026

Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), ADGM

Full-time•Remote•Remote, UAE (Abu Dhabi)•AED 510,000 base•Equity and bonus eligible

Job Description

Coinbase is hiring a founding MLRO for its Abu Dhabi (ADGM) subsidiary. The role builds and owns the entity's AML/CTF/PF and sanctions program, manages the relationship with the FSRA, and advises business and product teams on local requirements, supported by Coinbase's global compliance infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Identify AML/CTF/PF and sanctions requirements for the ADGM entity and maintain policies and procedures
  • Monitor FSRA and UAE regulatory developments and lead compliance changes
  • Report to senior management and the Board and deliver AML/CTF/PF training
  • Lead day-to-day FSRA communications and oversee risk assessments
  • Remediate findings from audits and regulatory exams; embed compliance into new products

What we are looking for

  • 5+ years of AML/CTF/PF compliance experience including senior leadership
  • Knowledge of UAE and Abu Dhabi financial services and AML regulation, incl. FSRA liaison
  • Experience running compliance operations, audits and examinations
  • Track record building a compliance program from scratch; crypto or fintech experience preferred

Additional Information

Coinbase is remote-first with quarterly in-person surges. Source: Coinbase careers (job P78275).

Perks and Benefits

  • Equity and bonus eligibility
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits

Keywords: AML, CTF, Sanctions, FSRA, ADGM, Compliance, Crypto
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Founded in 2012, Coinbase is one of the largest crypto exchanges globally, serving retail and institutional clients with trading, custody, staking, and Web3 developer infrastructure (including Base). It is remote-first with quarterly in-person "surges."

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