[Hiring] Director Digital Asset Ratings @Particula

Role Description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Director with a strong background in financial analysis and credit ratings. In this role, you will play a key part in advancing our rating and monitoring platform for digital assets.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure methodologies remain at the forefront of industry standards and deliver actionable insights to clients.
• Aggregate and analyze data to gain meaningful insights and ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data.
• Prepare and write comprehensive rating reports, including conceptualization, data analysis, and clear presentation of results.
• Coordinate internal requirements and constraints with developers, marketing, sales, and external partners to ensure product alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
• Ensure that research activities and data aggregation meet the highest quality standards and comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Seek opportunities to continuously improve data collection, automation, analytics, and reporting processes. Keep ahead of industry best practices.
• Improve our holistic rating framework by ensuring the accuracy and relevance of metrics by analyzing market conditions and trends in digital assets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of proven experience in the financial industry, with a strong focus on credit risk and credit ratings.
• Experience with structured finance risk management practices is considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated expertise in blockchain technology, smart contracts, and tokenized assets.
• Practical knowledge of real-world asset (RWA) applications in digital finance.
• Deep understanding of financial markets, investment strategies, and regulatory frameworks governing digital assets.
• Proficient in data analytics, with hands-on experience in leveraging analytical tools and methodologies to extract actionable insights.
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum frameworks for collaborative project delivery.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and adaptability to new market developments.

Requirements

• Minimum 6+ years of proven experience in the financial industry, with a strong focus on credit risk and credit ratings.
• Experience with structured finance risk management practices is considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated expertise in blockchain technology, smart contracts, and tokenized assets.
• Deep understanding of financial markets, investment strategies, and regulatory frameworks governing digital assets.
• Proficient in data analytics, with hands-on experience in leveraging analytical tools and methodologies.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and adaptability to new market developments.

Benefits

• Offsites with the team in exciting locations.
• Flexible working hours in a company that relies on remote work.
• Exciting product in a very dynamic market environment.
• Values-based start-up culture.
• Many opportunities to develop further and network with committed people.
• Flat hierarchy.
• Cash salary: gross annual salary & potential share options for outstanding performance.