Program Manager, HR M&A and International Expansion

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.

Team/ Role:

We are seeking a dynamic Program Manager to join Coinbase’s HR M&A team to support execution of our M&A and global expansion initiatives. In this role, you will play a crucial part in completing HR diligence, integrating acquired companies, managing people risks and processes, and ensuring a seamless transition post-acquisition. Additionally, you will support Coinbase's international growth by establishing hiring frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and providing operational support for new entities. If you are passionate about shaping the future of cryptocurrency on a global scale and excel in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

• End-to-end HR M&A execution: Drive end-to-end execution of HR deliverables in the M&A lifecycle from pre-deal diligence through post-close integration, including interviews, org design, talent mapping, and compensation / benefit review.
• Project management: Own project plans, timelines, and documentation to keep stakeholders aligned on simultaneous deals with a structured, high-velocity approach.
• Cross-functional partnership: Act as the day-to-day point of contact across Corp Dev, Legal, Finance, and other HR COEs (e.g., Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, People Ops) across M&A lifecycle.
• Risk identification & mitigation: Proactively identify people-related risks, navigate complex compliance and employment law landscapes, and develop compliant solutions.
• Integration planning & execution: Build and manage integration plans (onboarding plans, communications, etc.) that balance business continuity with cultural alignment. 
• Systems & Processes: Create and document scalable practices and playbooks to improve how the team handles repeatable M&A and expansion tasks, while leveraging tooling and automation when possible.

What we look for in you:

• 5+ years of experience in HR M&A integration or comparable HR program management experience (Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, HR Business Partner, HR Operations, Talent Programs) 
• Excellent project management and organization skills, with ability to track both small details and big picture, with a bias for action
• Excellent written communication skills, ability to adapt communication style and approach
• Track record of developing and managing internal people programs, policies, and processes for scale in a high-growth organization
• Strong business and global acumen with ability to partner both cross-functional and internationally 
• Ability to work autonomously and effectively in a fast-paced environment, and to juggle several projects with a spirit of flexibility and positive outlook
• High integrity and discretion to handle confidential and sensitive information and data 

Nice to haves:

• Experience in startup culture - comfortable with ambiguity and non-stop problem solving, building, and action 
• Experience in companies with a global, distributed workforce
• Experience utilizing HR Systems, ideally Workday HCM. 

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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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AI Disclosure

For select roles, Coinbase is piloting an AI tool based on machine learning technologies to conduct initial screening interviews to qualified applicants. The tool simulates realistic interview scenarios and engages in dynamic conversation. A human recruiter will review your interview responses, provided in the form of a voice recording and/or transcript, to assess them against the qualifications and characteristics outlined in the job description.  

For select roles, Coinbase is also piloting an AI interview intelligence platform to transcribe and summarize interview notes, allowing our interviewers to fully focus on you as the candidate. 

The above pilots are for testing purposes and Coinbase will not use AI to make decisions impacting employment. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact [email protected].