Product Management Executive Director

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC? 

DTCC serves a critical role at the center of US and Global financial markets today. Founded in the 1970’s by the leading financial institutions in the industry, DTCC’s role is to provide innovative, efficient, resilient, and scalable financial markets infrastructure. The industry is on the verge of a generational change in technology that will drive capital efficiency, operational improvements, and new market opportunities. The DTCC Digital Assets team is offering “once in a career” opportunities to help drive the innovation.
DTCC Digital Assets is at the forefront of driving institutional adoption of digital assets technology with a steadfast commitment to innovation anchored in security and stability. As the financial services industry’s trusted technology partner, we pride ourselves on empowering a globally interconnected and efficient ecosystem. Our mission is to provide secure and compliant infrastructure for digital assets, enabling financial institutions to unlock the full potential of blockchain technology  

Pay and Benefits:
 

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
• Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
• Pension / Retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
• DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

 

The Impact you will have in this role:

The Executive Director – Product Specialist, Digital Assets will play a pivotal role in advancing DTCC’s strategy for digital assets and distributed ledger technology (DLT). Serving as a senior subject matter expert, this leader will engage with clients, industry stakeholders, and regulators to position DTCC at the forefront of digital market infrastructure. The role requires deep expertise in digital asset markets, tokenization, custody/settlement models, and regulatory frameworks, combined with the ability to translate this knowledge into actionable strategies that drive adoption and growth

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior product ambassador for Digital Assets, representing DTCC in client engagements, industry forums, and regulatory discussions.
• Partner with Product Management, Technology, and Business Development to define and execute the digital assets strategy, roadmap, and product positioning.
• Provide thought leadership on tokenization, DLT, custody, settlement, and interoperability within traditional financial markets.
• Collaborate with sales and relationship management teams to drive client engagement, adoption, and commercial outcomes.
• Develop and deliver executive-level presentations, training, and market commentary to internal and external stakeholders.
• Gather and synthesize market intelligence, client feedback, and competitive insights to inform strategic decisions and product enhancements.
• Act as executive sponsor for key digital asset initiatives and client partnerships, ensuring alignment with DTCC’s broader mission.
• Mentor and guide product specialists and junior team members, promoting a culture of innovation, collaboration, and client focus.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in financial services, digital assets, or market infrastructure, with significant exposure to product strategy or specialist roles.
• Deep expertise in digital assets, tokenization, blockchain/DLT applications, and post-trade services.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and risk considerations for digital assets in global markets.
• Proven success in driving new product adoption, shaping market narratives, and influencing executive-level clients and stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for executive, regulatory, and client audiences.
• Track record of cross-functional collaboration and leadership without direct authority, particularly with technology, legal, risk, and operations teams.
• Advanced degree (MBA, CFA, or equivalent) strongly preferred.

Competencies

• Strategic and forward-thinking with a deep understanding of emerging market trends
• Strong client orientation and executive relationship management
• Ability to bridge traditional finance and digital asset ecosystems
• Commercial acumen and results-driven mindset
• Leadership, influence, and talent development
• Innovation and adaptability in a rapidly evolving industry

 

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