Head of Government Relations

Securitize

1d • Remote

About The Position

Securitize, a leader in tokenizing real-world assets with significant Assets Under Management (AUM), is focused on bringing the world on-chain through tokenized funds in partnership with major asset managers. As a registered broker-dealer, digital transfer agent, fund administrator, and operator of a regulated Alternative Trading System (ATS), Securitize is a global, fully remote company backed by prominent finance and technology investors. The company has raised substantial funding and has been recognized as a leading Fintech company. The Head of Government Relations will lead Securitize's engagement with federal and state regulators, elected officials, policy leaders, and industry associations. This high-visibility role reports directly to the President and is responsible for shaping a positive regulatory environment for fund and securities tokenization. The goal is to ensure that current regulations enable, rather than hinder, the adoption of blockchain technology in financial markets. This role requires building relationships with senior regulators and legislative staff, developing policy positions, and translating complex regulatory developments into strategic guidance for the business. The Head of Government Relations will work cross-functionally with Legal, Compliance, Product, and Communications, and will be a member of the leadership team. Key responsibilities include defining and prioritizing policy positions, ensuring consistent engagement with regulators and policymakers, drafting impactful comment letters and testimony, and executing follow-up activities for optimal policy outcomes. The role also involves monitoring and briefing leadership on domestic and international regulatory and legislative developments. There may be opportunities to build an international team based on candidate experience.

Requirements

• 10+ years in government relations, public policy, or regulatory affairs, with meaningful experience in financial services, fintech, or digital assets
• Established relationships with senior staff at the SEC, CFTC, Treasury, and/or relevant Congressional offices
• Understanding of U.S. securities law, AML/BSA frameworks, and emerging digital asset regulatory proposals (Clarity Act, stablecoin legislation, tokenization guidance)
• A track record of educating and influencing policymakers on complex or innovative financial technologies
• Experience building or leading a government relations function — developing strategy, setting priorities, and managing external counsel and coalition partners
• Exceptional written and verbal communication — you can write a comment letter, a board brief, and congressional testimony with equal credibility, and you can make complex regulatory concepts accessible to non-experts
• Comfort operating in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment where you can build effective structure and process

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience on Capitol Hill, at a federal financial regulator (SEC, CFTC, OCC, Treasury), or in a senior policy role at a leading financial institution, fintech, or digital asset firm
• J.D. or advanced degree in public policy, economics, or a related field
• Existing fluency in blockchain and tokenization concepts and their regulatory implications
• Strong existing network of relationships with senior regulators and policymakers in financial services

Responsibilities

• Build and execute Securitize's federal and state government relations strategy, with particular focus on the SEC, CFTC, FINRA, Treasury, and key Congressional committees (Banking, Finance, Agriculture)
• Cultivate and manage trusted, long-term relationships with regulators, legislative staff, trade associations, and policy think tanks
• Serve as a credible educator for policymakers and regulators — helping them understand how tokenization and blockchain-based financial infrastructure can integrate constructively with existing regulatory frameworks in ways that benefit markets and investors
• Monitor, analyze, and brief leadership on regulatory and legislative developments affecting tokenized securities, digital asset infrastructure, and private markets — flagging both risks and opportunities
• Support and/or represent Securitize in public comment processes, congressional testimony, roundtables, and industry working groups
• Develop and communicate clear policy positions, advocacy materials, comment letters, and thought leadership content in collaboration with Legal, Compliance, and Communications; represent Securitize at industry conferences and in the media on policy topics
• Manage external lobbying counsel and coordinate coalition activity across industry stakeholders; evaluate and potentially lead the formation of or participation in industry trade groups or coalitions where Securitize's voice can drive outcomes
• Partner with Product and Compliance to translate regulatory requirements and emerging policy trends into operational guidance and product roadmap input
• Advise the President and executive leadership on emerging regulatory risks and opportunities, ensuring Securitize is proactively — not reactively — positioned for shifts in the policy landscape

Benefits

• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Equity Grant Opportunities
• Remote Work Flexibility
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage – Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family (US employees)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (US employees)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior