Corporate Strategy, Manager at Talos

New York, New York, United States

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$130,000 – $170,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FinTech, Cryptocurrency, Digital AssetsIndustries

Requirements

  • Six to ten years of experience in a top tier management consulting firm or similar in-house role; experience at a high growth startup is preferred
  • A history of academic achievement and an MBA from a top 50 university
  • Financial modeling, critical thinking and rigorous analytical skills; comfortable making assumptions supported by available data and intuition
  • Able to think/operate at the 50,000 foot level (for company vision and long-term strategic thinking), but also “in the weeds” (for detailed process improvement work)
  • Deep experience applying typical Top3-Consulting firm frameworks and toolkits, and being able to synthesize these into compelling PowerPoints, or Internal Memos
  • Exceptional listener and communicator in a variety of mediums
  • Knowledge of the digital asset ecosystem is preferred, but not required; passion for technology and high finance is a must
  • Ability to quickly understand new domains and apply traditional approaches to unique problems

Responsibilities

  • Researching and developing a market landscape and competitor analysis for the crypto ecosystem; perform traditional market sizing analysis (TAM, % market share by segment and customer type, etc)
  • Development of business cases, models and analyses in support of (or against) entering new markets, launching new business lines or products, and partnerships
  • Partner with product leadership to evaluate/inform Pricing Strategy, Product Bundling, Customer Segmentation, and Product Strategy and its alignment with Corporate Strategy
  • Monitor and understand the firm’s KPIs and business metrics for internal and external consumption; developing a narrative and storytelling
  • Own and deliver against firmwide initiatives such as implementing innovative organizational structures, compensation & incentive frameworks, and cross-functional strategic projects collaborating with functional and regional business leaders
  • Lead strategic execution governance by tracking and monitoring delivery teams on a regular basis and using well-understood management KPIs (such as OKRs) to ensure the successful completion of all strategic projects in a given year
  • Support merger & acquisition (M&A) activities through analysis, due diligence and recommendations for or against potential deals
  • Develop a strategic point of view and educate stakeholders such as the company’s board of directors, current and potential investors, and senior leadership on the state of our business, market and competitors

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Market SizingCompetitor AnalysisBusiness Case DevelopmentFinancial ModelingPricing StrategyProduct BundlingCustomer SegmentationProduct StrategyKPI AnalysisStrategic Storytelling

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Corporate Strategy Manager position?

The salary range is $130K - $170K.

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

Talos is a remote-friendly work environment with physical hubs in New York, Singapore, and London, but this role is based in the New York City HQ.

What key skills are required for this Corporate Strategy Manager role?

Key skills include analytical rigor, data-driven problem solving, storytelling, market landscape and competitor analysis, business case development, and blending B2C/B2B strategies especially in SaaS FinTech.

What is the team and work environment like at Talos?

Talos has a tight-knit but decentralized team of highly-experienced engineers and businesspeople in a remote-friendly environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this Corporate Strategy Manager position?

Strong candidates have experience in a rapidly growing startup in an evolving industry like crypto, with the ability to quickly learn new domains, apply traditional strategy tools, and succeed in developing narratives and storytelling around KPIs.

Talos

Digital asset trading infrastructure provider

About Talos

Talos specializes in providing digital asset trading infrastructure for institutional clients, including large financial institutions and asset managers. The company offers a comprehensive platform that supports the entire lifecycle of digital asset trading, which encompasses price discovery, execution, and settlement. This platform is designed to meet the high standards required for institutional trading, ensuring reliability, security, and efficiency. Talos generates revenue by offering its platform as a service, allowing clients to trade digital assets seamlessly. What sets Talos apart from its competitors is the leadership team's extensive experience in both traditional capital markets and trading technology, which enhances their ability to facilitate the adoption of digital assets among institutional players. The goal of Talos is to be a trusted provider of institutional-grade trading infrastructure in the rapidly evolving digital asset market.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$146.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary, 401(k) retirement plan, bonus, and stock ownership plan
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending
Broad wellness and educational incentives, including unlimited vacation policy, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement
A casual but productive office atmosphere with an always-stocked kitchen, plus remote work options with equipment reimbursement and commuter benefits
Global company offsites and frequent team outings

Risks

Increased competition could erode Talos's market share in digital asset trading.
Rapid technological advancements may strain Talos's resources to maintain competitiveness.
Potential regulatory changes could impose additional compliance costs on Talos.

Differentiation

Talos offers a comprehensive platform supporting the entire digital asset trading lifecycle.
The company focuses on institutional clients, ensuring high standards of security and efficiency.
Talos's leadership has deep expertise in both traditional and digital markets.

Upsides

Talos's partnership with Crypto Risk Metrics addresses EU regulatory ESG requirements.
The acquisition of Skolem connects institutions to decentralized finance solutions.
Integration with CROSSx enhances liquidity and trade execution for institutional clients.

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