Compliance Senior Associate

Who you are

• 5+ years of financial crimes compliance experience in financial services with a focus on AML/ATF, KYC, and sanctions, preferably within cryptocurrency, fintech, or a FINTRAC-regulated entity
• Working knowledge of Canadian financial crimes compliance requirements, including FINTRAC guidelines, the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA), and related reporting obligations (STRs, LVCTRs)
• Demonstrated experience managing compliance cases, conducting EDD reviews, and producing regulatory filings and compliance reports with accuracy and within defined timelines
• In-depth understanding of cryptocurrency transaction flows, including transaction monitoring, risk assessments, and the ability to apply AML/ATF frameworks to virtual asset activity
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality

What the job involves

• As a Senior Associate on the Compliance team, you'll support the implementation and execution of Coinbase Canada's compliance program, covering AML/ATF, KYC, sanctions, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting under FINTRAC guidelines
• This team ensures Coinbase Canada meets its regulatory obligations as the business grows and expands across new products and services
• You'll partner with the Canada Chief Compliance Officer to strengthen controls, manage compliance cases, and drive reporting and process improvements that keep Coinbase Canada ahead of evolving Canadian regulatory requirements
• Own AML/ATF compliance reporting for Coinbase Canada, including drafting reports related to fiat and virtual asset transactions, STR and LVCTR filings, and ensuring all submissions meet FINTRAC guidelines and timelines
• Manage and review assigned compliance cases within defined SLAs, providing clear guidance to internal stakeholders on escalations, EDD reviews, and high-risk or complex matters
• Drive regulatory monitoring by tracking FINTRAC announcements, legislative changes, and industry developments, translating them into actionable updates for the Canada financial crimes compliance program
• Coordinate responses to requests for information (RFIs) from fiat partners, ensuring timely and accurate extraction of user data and supporting documentation in line with local regulatory expectations
• Lead or support automation initiatives aimed at streamlining KYC, EDD, and reporting processes, partnering with CX, Legal, and Tech teams to improve data consistency, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency
• Execute risk assessments and compliance reporting for Canada, ensuring systems and controls effectively address financial crime risks across the entity