Coinbase

Communications Manager, Policy & Public Affairs

Coinbase$170K — $200K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 7 years in high-stakes political communications (Hill, campaign, or agency rapid-response)
  • Proven track record as a spokesperson managing high-pressure national media inquiries
  • Deep understanding of driving news cycles and public opinion via digital platforms
  • Ownership mindset; thrives in a fast-paced, campaign-style environment
  • Commitment to non-partisan work with a passion for crypto's potential to update the financial system

Responsibilities

  • Drive the communications strategy for high-stakes legislative and regulatory initiatives
  • Partner with legal and policy teams to craft clear public narratives from complex litigation
  • Elevate consumer voices to ensure policymakers recognize the impact of pro-innovation policies
  • Cultivate strong relationships with journalists to enhance Coinbase's story in the media
  • Leverage social platforms to connect directly with the public and policymakers
  • Maintain Coinbase's brand authority through various electoral and regulatory cycles

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Equity and bonus eligibility
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth
  • Dynamic and mission-driven work environment
Full Job Description
We're hiring a Communications Manager, Policy & Public Affairs to join our Communications team and lead the narratives that shape how the public, press, and policymakers understand crypto. This team sits at the center of Coinbase's highest-stakes regulatory and legislative moments, translating complex policy positions into clear, compelling stories that win public support. You'll own our policy communications strategy end to end, serving as the primary architect of narratives that connect crypto to financial freedom and consumer choice across the US political landscape. **What you'll do:** - Own the communications strategy for high-stakes legislative and regulatory initiatives, ensuring Coinbase has a clear, consistent voice across every policy moment. - Partner with legal and policy teams to translate complex litigation, regulatory filings, and policy positions into winning public narratives. - Lead earned media execution by leveraging deep relationships with national political, financial, and technology journalists to drive proactive coverage and manage rapid-response cycles. - Drive digital communications across X and other social platforms to speak directly to policymakers, thought leaders, and the crypto community. - Shape advocacy communications that elevate consumer voices and demonstrate the real-world impact of pro-innovation policy to legislators and regulators. - Build long-term brand authority by maintaining Coinbase's position as the most trusted leader in the crypto space through multiple election and regulatory cycles. **Required Skills and Experience:** - 7+ years in high-stakes political communications, including direct experience in Congressional offices, political campaigns, or agency rapid-response environments. - Proven track record as an on-the-record spokesperson managing high-pressure national media inquiries with consistent, disciplined messaging. - Demonstrated ability to drive news cycles and move public opinion through X and other digital platforms, with a portfolio of measurable results. - Deep fluency in the US regulatory and legislative landscape, with experience translating policy complexity into accessible public narratives. - Track record of building and maintaining relationships with Tier 1 political and financial journalists that consistently result in earned coverage. - Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality. Job #: P76576 #LI-remote **Pay Transparency Notice:** Base salary varies by location (see range below). Total compensation may also include equity and bonus eligibility, and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)). Annual base salary range (excluding equity and bonus): $170,765-$200,900 USD - **Application Limit:** Candidates may submit a maximum of 3 applications within a 6-month period.

About Coinbase

Coinbase is a digital currency exchange that allows users to buy, sell, and store cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin. The company was founded in 2012 by Brian Armstrong and Fred Ehrsam and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Coinbase has over 56 million verified users in over 100 countries and has facilitated over $335 billion in trades. Coinbase offers a variety of services, including a cryptocurrency wallet, a trading platform, and an API for developers. Coinbase is known for its user-friendly interface and high level of security. Coinbase has raised over $547 million in funding from investors like Andreessen Horowitz, Greylock Partners, and the New York Stock Exchange.
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1,200 employees
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2012

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