Head of Custody

Who We Are

Our client is a leading regulated digital asset platform, recognized as one of the most established players in the industry. Operating under full compliance across multiple global markets, the organization provides institutional-grade services that bridge traditional finance and the digital asset economy. With a strong focus on security, licensing, and innovation, the company empowers financial institutions to safely engage with crypto and tokenized assets.

The platform offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including trading, custody, and wealth management, backed by robust infrastructure and significant insurance coverage. Known for its commitment to regulatory standards and cutting-edge technology, the organization is shaping the next generation of financial infrastructure for digital assets.

We Are Seeking: Head of Institutional Custody Product

This is a strategic leadership role focused on owning and scaling the institutional custody offering-a critical pillar of the company's long-term growth. As Head of Product for custody, you will define the vision, drive execution, and ensure the delivery of secure, compliant, and user-centric solutions trusted by global institutions.

Ideal candidates bring a deep understanding of custody workflows, compliance requirements, and emerging technologies such as MPC and HSM. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and institutional clients to create products that meet stringent security and regulatory standards while supporting commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end product lifecycle for the institutional custody platform, from strategy to execution.
• Design solutions tailored to institutional clients, including exchanges, asset managers, and family offices.
• Partner with Sales, Compliance, Engineering, and Operations to deliver secure and scalable custody services.
• Stay ahead of custody technology trends (e.g., MPC, HSM, multi-sig) and regulatory developments.
• Support go-to-market strategies and client pitches with product expertise.
• Identify monetization opportunities and align product direction with revenue goals.
• Build and lead a small product team over time.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in product or client-facing roles within institutional crypto custody or digital asset infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of custody architecture and compliance (KYC, segregation, MPC, HSM).
• Proven ability to engage institutional clients and translate insights into product priorities.
• Track record of delivering secure, B2B fintech or crypto products.
• Exceptional communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin or Cantonese is a plus.

Selby Jennings is a Trading Style of Phaidon International (License Number 16S8194)