SVP, Digital Asset Product & Platform Lead
Citizens, New York, NY, United States
Description
SVP, Digital Asset Product & Platform Lead
We’re seeking a senior, delivery‑oriented leader to turn digital asset strategy into
commercial, client‑ready solutions
that drive near‑term revenue and long‑term competitive advantage.
Reporting to the Head of Digital Asset Commercial Strategy, this role leads initiatives from
concept through production , ensuring innovation results in measurable business outcomes—not experimentation. You’ll partner closely across Commercial Banking, Payments, Capital Markets, Treasury, Technology, Risk, Compliance, and Operations to pilot, commercialize, and scale digital asset capabilities within a regulated environment.
What You’ll Do
Lead end‑to‑end delivery of digital asset initiatives from pilot to production
Drive disciplined go/no‑go decisions tied to client value, scalability, and risk readiness
Orchestrate complex cross‑functional execution across business, technology, and control teams
Embed governance, risk, compliance, and operational resilience from day one
Scale commercially viable solutions into existing products and workflows (e.g., tokenized deposits, programmable payments, real‑time settlement)
Required What you’ll bring
10 years in financial services, fintech, payments, or capital markets
Senior leadership experience delivering complex initiatives in regulated environments
Proven track record of launching revenue‑generating products
Strong knowledge of digital assets, payments modernization, and risk frameworks
Bachelor’s degree required
Familiarity with stablecoins, tokenized deposits, or programmable payments
Experience integrating new platforms with core banking systems or payment rails
CSPO or similar agile certification
Advanced degree a plus
Preferred Hours & Work Schedule
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday
Locations
Candidates must be prepared to work on‑site in our corporate office location in New York City (437 Madison Ave) or Stamford, CT.
Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is
$160,000 – $230,000
per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time‑away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits
Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.
Why Work for Us At Citizens, you’ll find a customer‑centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth.
Posting End Date: 04/18/2026
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We’re seeking a senior, delivery‑oriented leader to turn digital asset strategy into
commercial, client‑ready solutions
that drive near‑term revenue and long‑term competitive advantage.
Reporting to the Head of Digital Asset Commercial Strategy, this role leads initiatives from
concept through production , ensuring innovation results in measurable business outcomes—not experimentation. You’ll partner closely across Commercial Banking, Payments, Capital Markets, Treasury, Technology, Risk, Compliance, and Operations to pilot, commercialize, and scale digital asset capabilities within a regulated environment.
What You’ll Do
Lead end‑to‑end delivery of digital asset initiatives from pilot to production
Drive disciplined go/no‑go decisions tied to client value, scalability, and risk readiness
Orchestrate complex cross‑functional execution across business, technology, and control teams
Embed governance, risk, compliance, and operational resilience from day one
Scale commercially viable solutions into existing products and workflows (e.g., tokenized deposits, programmable payments, real‑time settlement)
Required What you’ll bring
10 years in financial services, fintech, payments, or capital markets
Senior leadership experience delivering complex initiatives in regulated environments
Proven track record of launching revenue‑generating products
Strong knowledge of digital assets, payments modernization, and risk frameworks
Bachelor’s degree required
Familiarity with stablecoins, tokenized deposits, or programmable payments
Experience integrating new platforms with core banking systems or payment rails
CSPO or similar agile certification
Advanced degree a plus
Preferred Hours & Work Schedule
Hours per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday
Locations
Candidates must be prepared to work on‑site in our corporate office location in New York City (437 Madison Ave) or Stamford, CT.
Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is
$160,000 – $230,000
per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time‑away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits
Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.
Why Work for Us At Citizens, you’ll find a customer‑centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth.
Posting End Date: 04/18/2026
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