Head of Digital Asset Operations

A high-growth fintech infrastructure platform is seeking a senior leader to establish and scale its Digital Asset Operations function.

This is a strategically critical role, responsible for the end-to-end operational oversight of digital asset products such as stablecoins, settlement, liquidity management and tokenized fiat within a regulated environment. You will ensure regulatory alignment and scalability as the platform expands.

Responsibilities

• Lead and institutionalise digital asset operations across custody, wallet management, issuance/redemption, reconciliation, and settlement
• Embed robust operational risk, controls, and governance frameworks (AML/KYC, fraud, cyber controls etc)
• Oversee secure custody solutions and key management standards
• Optimise liquidity and settlement performance across fiat and digital rails
• Build and lead a high-calibre operations team in Singapore
• Manage critical external relationships across exchanges, custodians, and blockchain infrastructure providers

Requirements

• More than 8 years’ operations experience with significant experience in digital asset operations, crypto market infrastructure, fintech, or regulated financial services
• Deep understanding of blockchain settlement mechanics, tokenisation models, and institutional custody structures
• Demonstrated track record of building and scaling operational functions in high-growth environments
• Strong governance, risk, and compliance orientation