Head of Partnerships
UnlimitFull Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
London, England, United Kingdom
Candidates should have over 7 years of total experience, with a minimum of 5 years in the banking and capital markets industry, institutional finance, business development, or partnerships. Experience in a startup/fintech or fast-paced environment is required, along with strong relationship management skills and a passion for bringing traditional finance on-chain. Proficiency in project management and managing multiple initiatives simultaneously is preferred, as is expertise in the tokenization industry, understanding the Institutional RWA landscape and/or digital asset management, and experience selling solutions to Custodians, Fund Administrators, and other partners in the tokenized asset mobility value chain. Multilingual abilities are also preferred.
The Partnerships Lead will drive commercial opportunities through partners supporting capital markets customers in EMEA. This includes acquiring partners through mutually exclusive deals, developing and executing joint go-to-market strategies and business plans for revenue growth and brand visibility, and managing day-to-day partner relationships with key decision-makers. The role involves embedding Chainlink technology and products into partner operational flows and technology stacks, and driving early-stage pipeline generation through targeted discovery and qualification based on understanding entity needs.
Decentralized oracle network for blockchain data
Chainlink Labs provides infrastructure for connecting real-world data with blockchain technology, enabling secure data transfer across various blockchain networks. Its main product is a decentralized oracle network that ensures the accuracy and reliability of data used in smart contracts, addressing the "Blockchain Oracle Problem." This service is essential for financial institutions, startups, and developers who require trustworthy data for transactions. Chainlink Labs has facilitated over $9 trillion in transaction value and serves a diverse clientele, including major financial institutions. The company operates on a business model where clients pay for access to its oracle network, ensuring a steady revenue stream as demand for secure data grows. The goal of Chainlink Labs is to transform global markets by enabling verifiable data transfer, contributing to a more economically fair world.