Blockworks

Head of Operations (Research)

United States

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$165,000 – $165,000Compensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Media, Digital AssetsIndustries

Requirements

The ideal candidate should possess experience as an operations leader in a fast-moving organization and a strong desire to scale teams, processes, and products by building, implementing, and iterating upon operational workflows. They should be analytical, data-driven, and adept at balancing people, processes, and profits, along with a natural curiosity and continuous learning mindset.

Responsibilities

As the Head of Operations (Research) at Blockworks, you will be responsible for building, maintaining, measuring, and improving Blockworks’ overall execution, operations, and results, working hand-in-hand with leadership teams to align programs and successfully accomplish strategic goals. You will build and run the company’s operating system, manage the project portfolio, monitor and report performance, facilitate communication and engagement, proactively identify workflow improvements, and leverage technology to enhance performance, while also experimenting and driving innovation within the organization.

Skills

Operational efficiency
Workflow design
Process improvement
Data-driven decision making
Strategic planning
Project management
Team collaboration
Coaching
Technology implementation

Blockworks

Financial media focused on digital assets

About Blockworks

Blockworks delivers news and insights about digital assets, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The company provides high-quality information through various channels such as editorial content, newsletters, podcasts, and events, helping millions of investors navigate the digital asset market. Unlike many financial media companies, Blockworks focuses specifically on digital assets, catering to both individual and institutional investors. Their goal is to empower investors with critical analysis and premium insights, enabling them to make informed investment decisions. Revenue is generated through advertising, sponsorships, event ticket sales, and potentially premium content subscriptions.

Key Metrics

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$11.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Remote Work Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Home Office Stipend
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Competition from CoinDesk and The Block challenges Blockworks' market position.
Cryptocurrency market volatility affects Blockworks' audience engagement and revenue.
Regulatory scrutiny on crypto content may increase Blockworks' compliance costs.

Differentiation

Blockworks offers premium insights and analysis on digital assets for investors.
The company hosts formal events like the Digital Asset Summit for industry networking.
Blockworks' acquisition of The Drop expands its coverage of the web3 ecosystem.

Upsides

Increased interest in DeFi and NFTs boosts demand for Blockworks' specialized content.
Institutional investors entering crypto markets need Blockworks' high-quality information.
Podcasts' popularity offers Blockworks opportunities for audience growth and monetization.

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