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Charles Schwab’s Digital Assets business unit is building a spot crypto offering for retail clients. This offering will complement and integrate with the existing extensive range of products at Schwab, including trading platforms and research and analysis tools, tradeable products, award-winning educational resources, a financial news and content network, and service and relationships tailored to trader clients’ needs.
Job summary:
The Director, Digital Assets Business Operations & Strategy will report to the Managing Director, Digital Assets Business Operations & Strategy and lead strategic planning activities and special projects:
Support development of the long-term strategy for Digital Assets at Schwab Take full ownership over key strategy projects and plan and manage the execution of work streams for large, complex projectsLead analysis activities to support the development of business cases and go-to-market plansBuild relationships with a wide range of business partners, develop a deep understanding of the Digital Asset space, and uniquely position yourself as an invaluable subject matter authorityRegularly present strategic insights and recommendations to the firm's senior leadershipMonitor developments in the digital asset space and assess impacts to Schwab’s business, including regulatory/legislative changes, competitive positioning, and new opportunity spacesMentor and coach junior team members, and at times manage entire teams on project workPosition yourself for an impactful career at SchwabWhat you haveRequired:
10+ years of full-time work experience, including 5 years of work experience in strategy with a top-tier consulting firm or strategy group at a large organizationKnowledge of, or experience working with digital assets and cryptocurrency Strong data modeling skills and knowledge of financial/valuation conceptsComfort with managing project(s) with different team members and partners each timeExperience mentoring / coaching a teamExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as the ability to develop concise and effective communications tailored to specific audiencesExcellent project management skills, including attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; drive to decisions and follow through with strategic executionDemonstrated ability developing relevant stories to communicate business strategies and recommendationsDemonstrated ability developing materials and effectively presenting to executive audiencesExperience creating and maintaining perspective on strategic implications of key developments in the external environment, industry trends, and competitor actionsAnalyzes issues objectively, thinking through all potential connections and impacts and capitalizes on opportunities to operate more efficiently and improve performanceExcellent problem-solving skills and ability to generate insights through both quantitative and qualitative analysisDemonstrated interpersonal and influencing skills, especially in cross-functional teamsHigh attention to detail, sense of urgency, and proactivenessComfort dealing with ambiguity in a dynamic and fast-paced work environmentExpert user of PowerPoint and ExcelPreferred:
Experience working directly with digital assets and cryptocurrency Personally and professionally aligned with Schwab’s vision and values, and a deep interest in financial servicesWhat’s in it for you
At Schwab, we’re committed to empowering our employees’ personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you’ll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase planPaid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positionsPaid parental leave and family building benefitsTuition reimbursementHealth, dental, and vision insurance Apply Save job