Director of Operations

Hivemind

. Own and continuously evolve the operational infrastructure and control framework supporting trading and investment activity across public equities, digital assets, and future strategies .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $150,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational infrastructure, reconciliation frameworks, and risk monitoring processes within trading and investment activities. Proven ability to manage complex counterparty relationships and lead strategic initiatives in both traditional and digital asset markets.

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Operational Infrastructure ManagementCounterparty Relationship ManagementAdvanced Excel SkillsSQL ProficiencyDigital Asset Custody Experience

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Hard Skills

Operational Framework DesignReconciliation ProcessesPnL AttributionCash ManagementRisk Limit MonitoringSettlement ProcessesProcess ImprovementRoot-Cause AnalysisPortfolio Management SystemsNegotiation Skills

Soft Skills

Exceptional JudgmentAutonomous OperationExcellent Communication SkillsMentoring AbilitiesLeadership

Tools & Technologies

Blockchain ExplorersCustody PlatformsDeFi ProtocolsDigital Asset WalletsPortfolio Reporting Tools

Industry Keywords

Trading OperationsMiddle/Back OfficeFinancial InstitutionDigital AssetsMarket InfrastructureRegulatory ComplianceInstitutional RigorPrime BrokersExchangesCustodians

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and continuously evolve the operational infrastructure and control framework supporting trading and investment activity across public equities, digital assets, and future strategies
Support and improve scalable reconciliation frameworks, portfolio management systems, and reporting infrastructure
Partner with technology teams to build out the firm's operational stack
Set the strategic direction for counterparty and vendor relationships and lead negotiations
Serve as the senior point of escalation for complex operational breaks, discrepancies, and settlement issues
Drive root-cause analysis and process improvement
Shape treasury, cash management, and risk monitoring processes across portfolios and counterparties
Own PnL attribution, exposure tracking, and risk limit monitoring frameworks
Lead digital asset wallet management and key custody protocols, including wallet security, whitelisting, and key backup governance
Represent Operations on strategic initiatives, including product and strategy launches, fund structuring, and regulatory or compliance projects
Develop and present recurring operational, treasury, and portfolio reporting to executive leadership and investors
Partner with Operations Managers on transaction and reconciliation activity
Mentor Operations Managers and other team members
Lead firm-wide operational initiatives related to vendor management, budget, efficiency, security, and technology infrastructure
Monitor industry developments in digital asset custody, market infrastructure, and regulation

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in operations, middle/back office, or trading operations at a financial institution
Track record of increasing scope and responsibility
Institutional rigor and expertise across the full trade lifecycle in traditional and/or digital asset markets, including settlements, reconciliations, cash management, and operational controls
Demonstrated experience designing and scaling operational frameworks, systems, and processes from the ground up
Strong track record managing complex counterparty relationships and leading negotiations with prime brokers, exchanges, custodians, and banking partners
Exceptional judgment and ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, evolving environment with significant ambiguity
Advanced Excel skills required
Familiarity with SQL, Python, or other technical skills strongly preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership and investors
Experience with crypto transactions both on-exchange and onchain, including wallets, custody platforms, blockchain explorers, and DeFi protocols preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base compensation of $150,000.00-$180,000.00
Incentive-based compensation such as discretionary bonuses or upside
Highly competitive benefits and perks package