Associate, US Policy

Galaxy•Washington, DC

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

Galaxy Digital is looking for a Policy Associate to join our policy team covering digital assets policymaking and legislation for internal and external clients. This role will be based in Washington, DC.

Requirements

4+ years of professional experience working in financial services policy.
Strong understanding of federal and state legislative and regulatory processes, particularly as they relate to digital assets and financial services.
Strong, existing knowledge of digital assets ecosystem and policy issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex topics clearly and concisely to a non-technical audience.
Capability to self-direct and drive projects with minimal supervision, effectively managing time and resources to meet deadlines and achieve desired outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred in public policy, law, business, or a related field.
Experience working in digital assets in Congress or within a market (SEC, CFTC) and/or prudential (Fed, OCC, FDIC) regulator is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Head of Policy in developing regulatory and legislative engagement plans, including advising senior leadership on key policy issues.
Monitor, analyze, and interpret regulatory, legislative, and policy developments at the U.S. Federal and State levels; assess their impact to Galaxy, and assist in developing rapid responses to such policy proposals.
Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, regulators, industry associations, and key stakeholders to advance Galaxy’s policy interests.
Represent Galaxy in policy discussions and industry meetings, including participation in trade associations and policy roundtables.
Prepare policy briefings, comment letters, testimony, and advocacy materials to communicate Galaxy’s positions to government officials and external stakeholders.
Serve as a thought leader on various crypto topics and consult with internal and external clients.
Embrace and champion the thoughtful adoption of AI to improve team performance and business outcomes.
Leverage AI tools (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, data copilots) to improve productivity, decision-making, and output quality in your day-to-day work.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
Hybrid/Flexible Working Arrangements
Flexible Time Off (paid)
3% 401(k) company contribution
Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
Generous paid Parental Leave
Competitive family planning benefits for US employees
Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
Free daily snacks and weekly breakfasts/lunches
Employee Resource Groups
Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace