International Communications Associate

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. While many roles at Coinbase are remote-first, we are not remote-only. In-person participation is required throughout the year. Team and company-wide offsites are held multiple times annually to foster collaboration, connection, and alignment. Attendance is expected and fully supported. The International Communications team leads Coinbase’s external communications across key global markets, shaping media narratives that support market expansion, regulatory progress, and business growth. This role sits at the centre of high-impact international storytelling, driving earned media, supporting executive visibility, and coordinating closely with Policy, Legal, Product, and regional leaders to ensure clear, consistent, and strategically aligned communications in complex and fast-moving environments. What you’ll be doing: Drive international earned media and narrative execution Lead proactive and reactive media strategies across priority global markets, securing high-impact coverage around regulatory milestones, product launches, executive visibility, and key corporate moments. Support executive and market communications Partner with senior leaders and regional stakeholders to shape clear, consistent messaging tailored to local regulatory, policy, and market dynamics. Prepare executives for media, speaking engagements, and strategic announcements. Manage cross-functional and agency execution Work closely with policy, legal, product, and regional teams to deliver coordinated communications programs. Oversee PR agencies, drive media relationships, and ensure disciplined execution against strategic priorities. What we look for in you: Strong international communications experience 5+ years of experience with a proven track record delivering earned media and strategic communications in global markets, ideally within fintech, crypto, financial services, or a highly regulated environment. Exceptional media judgment and execution Strong understanding of news cycles, messaging discipline, and reputation management, with the ability to operate effectively in fast-moving and sensitive situations. Cross-functional influence and stakeholder management Ability to partner with senior leaders and multiple internal teams, manage complexity across regions, and deliver clear, consistent narratives across diverse markets. AI Fluency Demonstrates the ability to responsibly use generative AI tools and copilots (e.g., LibreChat, Gemini, Glean) in daily workflows, continuously learn as tools evolve, and apply human-in-the-loop practices to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality. Nice to haves: Experience supporting regulatory or policy-driven communications Background working on communications linked to licensing, regulatory milestones, or government engagement. Familiarity with global crypto and financial markets Understanding of digital assets, institutional adoption, and evolving reg ... (truncated, view full listing at source)