Strategy & Corporate Development Associate

Galaxy Digital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital assets firm in New York is seeking a Strategy & Corporate Development Associate. This role involves developing strategic recommendations and analyzing industry trends in digital assets. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in investment banking or corporate strategy, a bachelor's degree, and strong analytical skills. Competitive salary range is $160,000 – $200,000 USD, with flexible benefits including unlimited vacation and health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus

Flexible Time Off (unlimited paid vacation)

Company-paid health and protective benefits

Generous paid Parental Leave

Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry

Free daily snacks in-office

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in investment banking, consulting, or corporate strategy.
• Professional experience or exposure to digital assets or data center infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute with operational precision.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic recommendations for executive leadership.
• Support the evaluation and execution of strategic transactions.
• Analyze industry trends across the digital asset ecosystem.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial modeling

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics

MBA (strongly preferred)

Job description

Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality. Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S. Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. To learn more about our businesses and products, visit www.galaxy.com.

What We Value

We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.

• Seek Excellence.
• Be Selective To Be Effective.
• Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
• Disagree Transparently.
• Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
• Build Dream Teams.

Who You Are

Galaxy is seeking a highly motivated Strategy & Corporate Development Associate to join our dynamic team. This role sits at the heart of our growth engine, where strategic planning, deal execution, and long-term value creation converge. You will play a key role in analyzing, structuring, and supporting strategic initiatives and partnerships across our business units, with a focus on digital assets, data centers, and emerging infrastructure trends.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and present actionable strategic recommendations for executive leadership across Galaxy's core verticals.
• Apply structured problem-solving and strategic frameworks (e.g., SWOT, Porter’s Five Forces, value chain analysis) to complex business issues.
• Support the evaluation and execution of strategic transactions, including investments, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
• Analyze industry trends, market developments, and competitive dynamics across the digital asset and data center ecosystems.
• Develop insights on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and macroeconomic drivers relevant to Galaxy’s strategy.
• Work closely with business unit leaders to identify strategic growth opportunities and evaluate performance against key initiatives.
• Prepare executive-level presentations and board materials that clearly communicate complex findings and recommendations.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field (MBA strongly preferred but not required).
• 6–10 years of experience in investment banking, consulting, private equity, venture capital, or a corporate strategy/corporate development role.
• Professional experience or exposure to digital assets, crypto markets, or data center infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute with operational precision.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, business case development, and strategic analysis.
• Strong communication skills with experience preparing materials for senior leadership.

Bonus Points

• Passion for fintech, infrastructure, and the evolving digital economy.
• Familiarity with best-practice frameworks from top-tier consulting or business school curricula.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• High intellectual curiosity, integrity, and collaborative spirit.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
• Flexible Time Off (i.e. unlimited paid vacation days)
• Company paid Holidays (11)
• Company paid sick leave
• Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
• 3% 401(k) company contribution
• Generous paid Parental Leave
• Free virtual coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace
• Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
• Free daily snacks in-office
• Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
• Employee Resource Groups

Apply now and join us on our mission to engineer a new economic paradigm.

The base salary ranges included below will be commensurate with candidate experience, expertise and local market. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise. At Galaxy, we maintain a total compensation philosophy which consists of a competitive base salary, annual bonus, and equity incentives.

Base Salary Range $160,000 — $200,000 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity

Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact [e-mail].