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Mula sa listing ng employer · Coinbase · na-post noong Setyembre 30, 2026
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Coinbase is building its regulated presence in the Middle East, and this role sits at the center of that expansion. In this role, you'll drive Coinbase's regional crypto strategy, manage critical regulatory relationships, and build the operational foundation for our growing business. This is a rare opportunity to shape how crypto capital markets develop in one of the world's most strategically important financial centers.
What You'll Do
- Build and lead the locally based Abu Dhabi team, managing Coinbase's Middle East crypto business and ADGM legal entity while engaging senior regulators, clients, and industry stakeholders
- Drive the development and execution of Coinbase's UAE crypto strategy in close collaboration with the Dubai/VARA team
- Develop operational capacity to grow Coinbase's tokenization business and adjacent opportunities under ADGM
- Oversee strategic budgeting and resourcing to optimize business impact and ensure alignment with local and global financial frameworks
- Establish robust governance structures, including controls, compliance programs, and ethical leadership practices that align local operations with global standards
- Lead ongoing engagement with ADGM and FSRA, cultivating trusted relationships with senior regulators and key external stakeholders
- Champion Coinbase's culture within the entity, ensuring customer interests are appropriately prioritized and strategy aligns with Coinbase's global business model
Required Skills & Experience
- 7+ years of senior-level experience in financial services, including experience with securities
- Deep understanding of ADGM/FSRA regulatory requirements covering best execution, client assets, custody, market conduct (FSMR, COBS, MIR), and AML frameworks
- Proven track record in operational oversight, including policies and procedures development and