MLRO — Abu Dhabi AML/CTF Lead (Remote-First)

Coinbase, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 459,000 - 561,000; Full time

Job summary

Coinbase, Inc. is seeking an experienced Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for its Abu Dhabi-based subsidiary to build the AML/CTF/PF/Sanctions program in a high-growth market and shape regulatory strategy with the FSRA of ADGM.

You will own the entity's AML program, manage FSRA relationships, advise on local requirements, and collaborate with global teams to ensure a consistent control environment while balancing innovation and regulatory obligations.

Qualifications

• AML/CTF risk management experience.
• Direct liaison with UAE regulators (FSRA/ADGM).
• Experience building compliance programs from the ground up.
• Ability to coordinate with remote, global teams.

Responsibilities

• Own AML/CTF/PF and Sanctions requirements for the ADGM entity.
• Monitor regulatory developments and lead implementation of changes.
• Provide updates to senior management and Board on the AML program.
• Lead regulatory communications with FSRA and oversee risk assessments.
• Remediate findings from audits, exams, and self-identified issues.
• Embed compliance into new products and market expansions with global teams.

Skills

AML/CTF leadership

FSRA liaison

Regulatory audits

Cross-functional collaboration

AI governance

Job description

Coinbase, Inc. is seeking an experienced Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for its Abu Dhabi-based subsidiary to build the AML/CTF/PF/Sanctions program in a high-growth market and shape regulatory strategy with the FSRA of ADGM.

You will own the entity's AML program, manage FSRA relationships, advise on local requirements, and collaborate with global teams to ensure a consistent control environment while balancing innovation and regulatory obligations.