Compliance Associate

What you’ll be doing (ie. job duties):

• Support the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) in overseeing Coinbase’s Financial Crimes Compliance Program in Brazil, acting as the primary compliance point of contact for local fiat partners, and provide support to other LATAM jurisdictions when needed.
• Coordinate and respond to requests for information (RFIs) from Brazilian fiat partners, ensuring timely and accurate extraction of user data and supporting documentation in line with local regulatory expectations.
• Prepare and maintain regulatory reporting packages based on user activity, in compliance with Brazilian standards and reporting timelines.
• Lead the drafting of AML/KYC compliance reports related to fiat and virtual asset transactions in Brazil.
• Manage and review assigned compliance cases within defined SLAs, providing clear guidance to internal stakeholders and escalating high-risk or complex cases when appropriate.
• Foster collaboration across internal teams (CX, Legal, Tech, etc.) to ensure data consistency, reporting accuracy, and alignment with regulatory and partner requirements.
• Develop and maintain local compliance documentation, SOPs, and workflows in accordance with Brazilian regulations and Coinbase’s global compliance framework.
• Lead or support automation initiatives aimed at streamlining KYC, EDD, and reporting processes, enhancing operational efficiency in Brazil and, when applicable, in other LATAM jurisdictions.
• Monitor regulatory developments in Brazil and propose compliance solutions to address new or changing obligations.
• Support the timely remediation of audit findings, regulatory feedback, or internally identified issues, ensuring closure and documentation in accordance with local standards.
• Assist in the delivery of Financial Crimes Compliance training for employees supporting the Brazil business.
• Contribute to risk assessments and compliance reporting for Brazil, ensuring that systems and controls effectively address financial crime risks.
• Perform additional tasks as required to ensure the Brazilian entity complies with applicable laws, and assist LATAM efforts where appropriate.

What we look for in you (ie. job requirements):

• At least 5 years of experience in compliance, financial services, payment processing, or a related regulatory field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience working across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory environments.
• Familiarity with global and regional regulatory standards applicable to crypto companies, especially within Brazil (i.e. Central Bank, COAF, CVM).
• Comprehensive knowledge of crypto-related ecosystems, products, and operational verticals.
• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks and best practices specific to the cryptocurrency industry.
• In-depth understanding of compliance requirements related to cryptocurrency flows, including transaction monitoring and risk assessments.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams and with external partners.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English (both written and verbal).