Chief Trust & Treasury Officer, Digital Asset Custody
Role in brief
Crypto.com is seeking a Chief Trust & Treasury Officer to manage digital asset custody and treasury operations. Candidates with extensive experience in regulated environments and digital asset management should consider applying.
About the role
In this role, you will oversee the safety and control of client assets while managing the treasury operations of an OCC-chartered trust bank and a state-chartered trust bank. Your responsibilities will include ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and the implementation of financial controls.
You will collaborate with various departments, including Legal, Compliance, and Finance, to support the design and improvement of custody and treasury processes. Success in this position requires a strong understanding of banking operations and the ability to navigate regulatory landscapes effectively.
The salary range for this position is competitive, starting at $225,000 and going up to $275,000.
Who this role suits
- A professional with over 10 years of experience in digital asset custody or treasury operations.
- Someone familiar with working in regulated environments, particularly with banks or trust companies.
- An individual who can thrive in a hybrid work setting and is comfortable with oversight responsibilities.
- A candidate who is detail-oriented and has strong financial acumen.
From the employer
- Serve as Trust Officer and Treasurer, subject to applicable regulatory approval and required vetting.
- Oversee fund movements, ensuring appropriate controls, documentation, and approvals.
- Oversee account reconciliations and help ensure client assets are safeguarded, accurately recorded, and supported by strong financial controls.
- Oversee bank accounts and treasury operations, including management of the balance sheet and capital and liquidity buffers.
- Partner with Legal, Compliance, Finance, Operations, Product, and senior leadership on regulatory expectations, controls, and operating readiness.
- Support the design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of custody, treasury, reconciliation, and financial-control processes.
- Prepare for and support financial-statement, custody, SOC, and other applicable audits and regulatory reviews.
- At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in digital-asset custody, treasury operations, banking, trust, or closely related fields.
- Demonstrated experience with digital-asset custody and treasury operations; experience at a crypto custodian, regulated trust company, or bank is strongly valued.
- Experience working with the OCC or a state banking regulator, or directly supporting a regulated trust or banking organization through regulatory requirements.
- Strong understanding of bank accounts, balance-sheet management, capital, liquidity, reconciliations, and financial controls.
- Ability to be based in Chicago and work from the Chicago office as needed in a hybrid environment.
- Ability to pass required government background checks relating to financial condition and character.
- Competitive salary
- Attractive annual leave entitlement including: birthday, work anniversary
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Eligible for company-sponsored group health, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance
- Work Flexibility Adoption. Flexi-work hour and hybrid set-up
- Aspire career alternatives through us. Our internal mobility program can offer employees a diverse scope.
- Our Crypto.com benefits packages vary depending on region requirements, you can learn more from our talent acquisition team.
Questions about this role
What is the remote policy?
The role is hybrid, requiring the ability to work from the Chicago office as needed.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates should have at least 10 years of relevant experience in digital asset custody, treasury operations, or related fields.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates can apply through the Crypto.com website.
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