Elliptic · 4 months ago
Head of Financial Services
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expElliptic is a leading company in the digital asset space, seeking a Head of Financial Services to drive engagement and growth among traditional financial institutions. In this role, you will serve as a subject matter expert, advising on the integration of digital assets, influencing product development, and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders. Your leadership will help position Elliptic as a trusted partner for financial institutions navigating the digital asset ecosystem.
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Responsibilities
Drive strategic engagement and revenue growth among banks, asset managers, and financial institutions
Influence enterprise product roadmap by championing the evolving needs of institutional clients
Position Elliptic as a trusted partner to financial institutions entering or expanding in the digital asset space
Strengthen cross-functional collaboration to deliver market-leading solutions at the intersection of compliance, technology, and institutional finance
Deepen Elliptic’s thought leadership and voice of authority within the financial services industry
Serve as the primary subject matter expert on financial services and institutional digital asset adoption
Provide strategic advisory services to internal teams and external clients on traditional finance integration
Develop thought leadership through authoritative content creation, including market analysis, regulatory updates, and industry trend reports
Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders across banking, capital markets, and institutional finance
Represent Elliptic at industry conferences, regulatory forums, and executive briefings with senior financial services leaders
Collaborate with product and engineering teams to provide expert guidance on institutional client requirements
Advise on regulatory developments and market trends affecting financial institutions' digital asset strategies
Support business development and enterprise sales processes with deep financial services expertise
Contribute to cross-functional initiatives that accelerate adoption of digital asset solutions within traditional finance
Build and maintain your professional profile through speaking engagements, social media presence, and industry networking
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in banking, capital markets, payments, or financial services with deep subject matter knowledge
Deep understanding of how digital assets integrate with traditional finance systems and institutional requirements
Proven ability to provide strategic counsel, influence cross-functional initiatives, and drive business outcomes
Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including fellow subject matter experts, to deliver integrated insights and solutions for institutional clients
Demonstrated ability to create compelling, authoritative content and establish industry thought leadership
Exceptional communication skills with ability to engage C-level executives and senior stakeholders across financial institutions
Recognized as an expert in financial services with ability to provide authoritative guidance on complex topics
Strong understanding of US financial regulations, compliance requirements, and regulatory landscape
Recognized expertise and extensive professional network in financial services and institutional markets
Track record of taking ownership and delivering measurable results
Based in New York with a willingness to travel and work from our New York office regularly
Preferred
Experience with stablecoins and their role in traditional finance
Previous consulting or advisory experience in financial services
Former experience in a regulatory body or deep interactions with regulators
Technical understanding of blockchain technology and digital asset infrastructure
Experience developing and delivering training and knowledge-sharing sessions
Multilingual capabilities
Experience working with regulatory bodies or policy development
Advanced degree in finance, economics, or related field
Professional qualifications in finance, compliance, or related fields (CAMS, FIS, CFA, FRM, etc.)
Experience in fintech or digital asset advisory roles
Benefits
Share Options
Work pension scheme with enhanced parental leave
25 days holiday plus a day off to celebrate your birthday!
Private healthcare coverage
Full access to Spill Mental Health Support
$500 work-from-home budget to make that home office extra comfy
$1,000 annual budget for personal development
Company
Elliptic
Elliptic is a fintech company that provides blockchain analytics and crypto compliance tools to ensure financial crime compliance .
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$100MKey Investors
HSBCEvolution Equity PartnersWells Fargo Strategic Capital
2025-09-24Corporate Round
2021-10-11Series C· $60M
2020-02-13Series B· $5M
Leadership Team
Simone Maini
Chief Executive Officer
Adam Joyce
Co-founder and Chief Architect
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