Chainalysis

Head Of North American Public Policy

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

$140,000 – $195,000Compensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Technology, Cryptocurrency, BlockchainIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess an advanced degree in Public Policy, International Affairs, or a related field, with professional experience in digital asset regulation, public policy, financial crimes, cybercrimes, tax, traditional financial services, financial consumer protection, or other relevant areas. A strong understanding of and interest in digital assets is required, along with gravitas to build trust with government leaders and a proven track record in executing successful regulatory and government affairs initiatives and strategic alliances.

Responsibilities

The Head of Policy, North America, will direct the company's engagement with US governmental bodies, shape public policy for cryptocurrency and emerging financial technologies, and serve as the company's spokesperson on US policy matters. Responsibilities include serving as the primary liaison to key policy stakeholders, creating and implementing stakeholder engagement strategies, fostering relationships with government members, and acting as Chainalysis's spokesperson on legislative and regulatory issues. The role also involves attending industry events, drafting comment letters, responding to Congressional inquiries, preparing testimony, managing external lobbyists and trade associations, monitoring and analyzing policy developments, preparing analyses with recommendations, collaborating with internal teams to identify engagement opportunities and align products with regulatory requirements, and participating in customer meetings to provide policy insights. Additionally, the position entails preparing internal and external communications and developing thought leadership content.

Skills

Public Policy
Cryptocurrency Regulation
Financial Technology
Government Relations
Legislative Engagement
Stakeholder Engagement
Spokesperson
Policy Analysis
Regulatory Affairs
Digital Asset Landscape

Chainalysis

Cryptocurrency investigation and compliance solutions

About Chainalysis

Chainalysis provides tools and services for investigating and ensuring compliance in the cryptocurrency space. Their products help law enforcement agencies, regulators, and businesses identify and prevent illegal activities involving digital currencies. The company offers subscription-based software solutions that deliver actionable intelligence and analytics, allowing clients to maintain the integrity of their financial operations. Unlike many competitors, Chainalysis focuses specifically on building trust in blockchain technology by promoting transparency and security in cryptocurrency transactions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$522MTotal Funding
SERIES_FCompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

Stablecoin rise threatens traditional remittance services, impacting Chainalysis' financial sector clients.
Blockchain security vulnerabilities challenge Chainalysis' comprehensive security solutions.
Persistent use of crypto mixers complicates Chainalysis' tracking and prevention efforts.

Differentiation

Chainalysis offers comprehensive anti-money laundering software for Bitcoin businesses.
Its REACTOR tool visualizes data and identifies offenders in cryptocurrency transactions.
Chainalysis provides real-time API for transaction-based risk scoring and compliance.

Upsides

Rising stablecoin adoption increases demand for Chainalysis' blockchain analytics.
Public-private partnerships in crypto crime prevention boost Chainalysis' investigative tool demand.
Emerging markets like Syria offer new opportunities for Chainalysis' compliance services.

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