Head of Custody

Selby Jennings; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regulated digital asset platform in Singapore is seeking a Head of Institutional Custody Product to define and scale their custody offering. In this strategic leadership role, you will manage the end-to-end product lifecycle while ensuring compliance with stringent security standards. Ideal candidates should have over three years of experience in digital asset infrastructure, strong custody workflow knowledge, and exceptional communication skills. Fluent English is required, and Mandarin or Cantonese is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in product or client‑facing roles within institutional crypto custody or digital asset infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of custody architecture and compliance (KYC, segregation, MPC, HSM).
• Proven ability to engage institutional clients and translate insights into product priorities.
• Track record of delivering secure, B2B fintech or crypto products.
• Exceptional communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin or Cantonese is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the end‑to‑end product lifecycle for the institutional custody platform.
• Design solutions tailored to institutional clients, including exchanges and asset managers.
• Partner with Sales, Compliance, Engineering, and Operations.
• Stay ahead of custody technology trends and regulatory developments.
• Support go‑to‑market strategies and client pitches with product expertise.
• Identify monetization opportunities and align product direction with revenue goals.
• Build and lead a small product team over time.

Skills

Custody workflows

Compliance requirements

Emerging technologies (MPC, HSM)

Cross-functional collaboration

Client engagement

Communication skills

Job description

Who We Are

Our client is a leading regulated digital asset platform, recognized as one of the most established players in the industry. Operating under full compliance across multiple global markets, the organization provides institutional‑grade services that bridge traditional finance and the digital asset economy. With a strong focus on security, licensing, and innovation, the company empowers financial institutions to safely engage with crypto and tokenized assets.

The platform offers a comprehensive suite of solutions, including trading, custody, and wealth management, backed by robust infrastructure and significant insurance coverage. Known for its commitment to regulatory standards and cutting‑edge technology, the organization is shaping the next generation of financial infrastructure for digital assets.

We Are Seeking: Head of Institutional Custody Product

This is a strategic leadership role focused on owning and scaling the institutional custody offering—a critical pillar of the company's long‑term growth. As Head of Product for custody, you will define the vision, drive execution, and ensure the delivery of secure, compliant, and user‑centric solutions trusted by global institutions.

Ideal candidates bring a deep understanding of custody workflows, compliance requirements, and emerging technologies such as MPC and HSM. You will collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams and institutional clients to create products that meet stringent security and regulatory standards while supporting commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end‑to‑end product lifecycle for the institutional custody platform, from strategy to execution.
• Design solutions tailored to institutional clients, including exchanges, asset managers, and family offices.
• Partner with Sales, Compliance, Engineering, and Operations to deliver secure and scalable custody services.
• Stay ahead of custody technology trends (e.g., MPC, HSM, multi‑sig) and regulatory developments.
• Support go‑to‑market strategies and client pitches with product expertise.
• Identify monetization opportunities and align product direction with revenue goals.
• Build and lead a small product team over time.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in product or client‑facing roles within institutional crypto custody or digital asset infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of custody architecture and compliance (KYC, segregation, MPC, HSM).
• Proven ability to engage institutional clients and translate insights into product priorities.
• Track record of delivering secure, B2B fintech or crypto products.
• Exceptional communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin or Cantonese is a plus.

Selby Jennings is a Trading Style of Phaidon International (License Number 16S8194)