Head of Digital Assets

RQD* Clearing is a next-generation correspondent clearing firm built to support the most innovative FinTechs, Retail and Institutional Broker-Dealers, RIAs, and Foreign Brokers. Headquartered in New York and built entirely on cloud-native, real-time technology, RQD delivers seamless clearing, custody, and execution solutions in today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape. We are a fast-growing firm with an entrepreneurial culture, deep expertise, and an unwavering commitment to improving markets for all participants.

### Key Responsibilities - Partner with senior management to define and execute RQD’s digital asset strategy, roadmap, and market positioning - Lead the evaluation, design, and integration of digital asset capabilities across RQD’s clearing and custody platform - Oversee smart contract analysis, blockchain infrastructure considerations, and tokenized asset settlement workflows - Develop and maintain the firm’s digital asset compliance framework, including AML/KYC, regulatory reporting, and evolving SEC/CFTC guidance - Serve as the internal expert on stablecoins, tokenized securities, DeFi protocols, and digital asset market structure - Work cross-functionally with Operations, Technology, Compliance, and Sales teams to embed digital asset capabilities into the firm’s broader service offerings - Monitor regulatory developments at federal and state levels and assess their impact on the firm’s digital asset strategy - Evaluate and manage relationships with digital asset custodians, exchanges, technology vendors, and other third-party partners - Support business development efforts by educating prospective clients on RQD’s digital asset capabilities and acting as a subject matter expert in client conversations - Produce clear, concise internal and external communications — white papers, briefings, and regulatory filings as needed

### Qualifications - 5+ years of hands-on experience in digital assets, cryptocurrency, or blockchain technology in a professional capacity - Deep understanding of smart contracts (Solidity or similar), blockchain protocols, and Layer 1/Layer 2 infrastructure - Strong working knowledge of stablecoin mechanics, tokenized assets, and DeFi ecosystems - Experience with on-chain compliance tooling (Chainalysis, Elliptic, TRM Labs, or similar) - Familiarity with digital asset regulatory frameworks: FinCEN, OFAC, state money transmission laws, SEC/CFTC digital asset guidance, and travel rule compliance - Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into business strategy and client-facing materials - Experience collaborating with legal, compliance, and operations teams in a regulated financial environment - Exceptional analytical, written, and verbal communication skills - Self-starter mentality — comfortable operating in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a small, high-performing team - Prior experience at or with a broker-dealer, clearing firm, custody provider, or financial market infrastructure a plus

### Compensation & Benefits - Base Salary: $150,000 – $200,000 (commensurate with experience) - Discretionary annual bonus – Based on individual and company performance - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage - Flexible, hybrid work environment headquartered in New York, NY - Direct access to senior leadership and meaningful input on firm strategy from day one

RQD* Clearing provides modern cloud-based clearing, custody, and execution services for U.S. broker-dealers, institutional traders, and global market participants, addressing inefficiencies in legacy systems. Spun out from an established market maker with roots in options markets, it offers real-time clearing, scalable solutions, and support for both omnibus and fully disclosed arrangements. The company focuses on fintech and financial institutions seeking advanced post-trade infrastructure.