Compliance, International Investigations Associate
"About The Role"
About This Role
This is an opportunity to operate at the intersection of compliance, intelligence, and blockchain analytics. As a Senior Investigator within our Compliance second line of defense, you'll dig into complex AML/CFT cases spanning multiple jurisdictions, translating raw on-chain data and transactional patterns into decisive, regulator-ready conclusions. You'll help shape how a global crypto platform detects, disrupts, and reports financial crime in an industry that never stands still.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead full-cycle investigations into sophisticated AML/CFT cases—from initial alert through SAR/STR filing with relevant Financial Intelligence Units
Conduct delegated MLRO-level reviews of suspicious activity reports, ensuring accuracy and regulatory defensibility
Drive proactive investigations using on-chain analytics, trading behavior, transaction data, and OSINT to surface emerging typologies within the decentralized ecosystem
Convert casework into actionable intelligence that strengthens detection models, escalation protocols, and smart contract-related risk controls
Collaborate with Country MLROs, compliance teams, and cross-functional stakeholders on high-risk investigative strategy
Liaise with law enforcement and external partners on intelligence sharing and suspicious activity disclosures
Contribute to investigation quality through case review, policy development, and training initiatives
What We're Looking For
4+ years investigating complex crypto financial crime across retail, institutional, spot trading, and derivatives products
Hands-on experience preparing and filing SARs/STRs with strong command of multi-jurisdictional AML/CTF frameworks
Proficiency in SQL and blockchain analytics tools to extract investigative insights from distributed ledger data
Strong judgment and the ability to write clear, structured reports for technical, compliance, and leadership audiences
Experience identifying financial crime typologies and translating findings into program-level improvements
Responsible use of generative AI tools with appropriate human oversight to enhance investigative efficiency
Bonus Points
Deep familiarity with DeFi protocols, cross-chain bridges, and emerging crypto laundering typologies
Prior experience within a global exchange, fintech, or web3-native compliance function
Exposure to smart contract risk analysis or decentralized trading platforms
Why Join Us
Competitive base salary (£55,620–£61,800 GBP) plus equity and bonus eligibility
Remote-first culture with quarterly in-person "surges" for deep collaborative work
Direct impact on protecting the integrity of the global crypto economy
Continuous learning within one of the most dynamic compliance teams in blockchain and distributed finance
About Base
Base is a secure, low-cost, builder-friendly Ethereum L2 built to bring the next billion users onchain. Built on the open-source OP Stack by Coinbase.
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit Base's official website and follow their application process.