India Policy Manager

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you’re capable of?

At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It’s a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform — and with it, the future global financial system.

To achieve our mission, we’re seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the company’s hardest problems.

Our work culture is intense and isn’t for everyone. But if you want to build the future alongside others who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you, there’s no better place to be.

Coinbase is leading the expansion of digital assets into the financial mainstream. We are building a world-class Policy team to lead Coinbase’s engagement, advocacy, and outreach efforts with policymakers around the world. In this role, you will be a key member of the Policy team, at a company where disruptive technologies and unconventional thinking are the norm. 

What you’ll be doing:

• Conduct policy and legislative research that reflects the policy team’s priorities and contributes to critical policy outcomes. 
• Identify and recommend proactive strategies on policy issues affecting Coinbase in India.
• Support the Policy team on regulatory whitepapers, consultations, and thought leadership
• Serve as an interface for government relationships in India countries. 
• Engage on legislative and industry issues that impact the company’s reputation with policymakers in relevant countries.
• Develop position papers and advocacy documents to support advocacy goals, align policy positions across key functions, and ensure consistency in messaging across the company on core policy issues.
• Monitor and analyze policy trends for the company; succinctly synthesize information for internal audiences on potential legislation 
• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues on  external policy communications
• Cross functional collaboration to strategically support the company’s international expansion.

What we look for in you:

• 6+ years of experience in public policy management or a government role.
• Know-how in the area of financial services and technology.
• Demonstrated experience engaging and effectively interacting with Indian lawmakers and regulators. 
• Experience advising Product and Engineering teams to consider and operationalize policy considerations as part of their business roadmaps.
• Superlative research, writing and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for working on novel issues in a turbocharged environment, combined with a proclivity for proactive collaboration when problem solving.
• A strong interest in digital assets, crypto markets, and blockchain technology.
• High-EQ and a passion for acting like an owner.

Nice to haves:

• Work experience in a legislature or financial regulator

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Pay Transparency Notice: 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, and vision).

Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying.

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