Senior Manager, Digital Securities Policy

Coinbase is on a mission to increase economic freedom in the world, and we do this by building a trusted platform for accessing the digital asset economy. The Policy team plays a critical role in shaping the emerging regulatory landscape by helping policy makers understand existing practices and implement efficient compliance frameworks that support innovation while ensuring consumer and investor protection.

We are seeking a seasoned Securities Markets Lawyer or Specialist to join our Regulatory Policy team. The ideal candidate will have (1) a deep understanding of existing U.S. securities laws and practices as they relate to traditional broker dealers and securities trading, (2) working knowledge of the securities issuance processes, and (3) an ability to translate this experience into workable solutions for taking securities markets digitally native. As a member of the team you will be responsible for developing and delivering policy positions on the appropriate regulation of digital asset products, services, and practices, particularly those whose features or designs could implicate securities laws.

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

• Developing a regulatory strategy for digital asset securities in support of a new financial market structure.
• Writing responses to public consultations and rulemaking proposals issued by financial market regulators
• Working with product development teams to build compliant blockchain-based securities products.
• Advocating for clear, fair, and innovation friendly policy positions with market regulators and industry bodies globally.
• Representing Coinbase in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and public speaking engagements.

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

• JD or equivalent law degree with strong academic credentials.
• 10+ years of experience in securities law at a law firm, market regulator, or in-house at a financial institution or fintech company.
• Deep knowledge of securities laws, including the U.S. Securities Act, Securities Exchange Act, and global equivalents (e.g., MiFID, IOSCO guidelines).
• Familiarity with digital asset infrastructure, trading platforms, and custody solutions.
• Experience responding to regulatory consultations, or equivalent experience from the government side.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams of subject matter experts
• Ability to produce superbly written work for internal and external consumption, and efficiently brief senior level audiences on the content.

Nice to haves:

• Experience working at the SEC, FINRA, or equivalent international market regulator.

Job #P62023

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Pay Transparency Notice: Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include target bonus + target equity + benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)).

Pay Range:

$245,225—$288,500 USD