Digital Asset Technical Advisory | Associate Director

Job Family:Risk & Regulatory Compliance ConsultingTravel Required:Up to 50%Clearance Required:NoneWhat You Will Do Guidehouse is executing an ambitious growth strategy for its Digital Assets capability. We are seeking an Associate Director to lead technology advisory and delivery for Digital Asset initiatives at banks and fintechs. As an Associate Director, you will own solution architecture, platform selection, and end-to-end execution across DLT-based platforms, working directly with senior client stakeholders. Key Responsibilities will include: Engagement Leadership: Oversee delivery of client engagements and advise on building blockchain product and infrastructure Go-to-Market Strategy: Collaborate with leadership on development and execution of strategic growth and new client acquisition by building and maintaining partner relationships with digital asset and traditional financial institutions Cross-Practice Collaboration: Partner with Guidehouse specialty and non-specialty practices to cross-sell relevant services and solutions Talent Development: Mentor and develop team members, while recruiting new talent to support this strategic growth initiative Thought Leadership: Collaborate across practices to develop intellectual property and contribute to industry-leading insights Executive Engagement: Manage senior-level relationships and align Digital Assets solutions to client needs, driving revenue and profitability What You Will Need Bachelor's degree 7-10+ years of experience in FinTech, Banking Treasury, Capital Markets, or related financial and/or product roles Experience delivering blockchain or DLT platforms within regulated financial institutions (banks, custodians, broker‑dealers, market infrastructure providers) Proven experience leading buy‑vs‑build decisions and vendor evaluations and the ability to assess technical architecture, control models, roadmaps, and total cost of ownership Deep knowledge of institutional wallet & custody models, including MPC‑based and/or HSM‑based architectures Experience integrating fiat on/off ramps, payment rails, exchanges, custodians, and liquidity providers Experience with tokenization engines supporting issuance, transfer, and lifecycle management of tokenized assets Smart contracts (design, deployment, governance) Integration with core banking systems, ledgers, or treasury platforms Experience connecting to public and/or permissioned blockchain networks with understanding of node strategy, validator participation, and operational support models What Would Be Nice to Have Master’s degree Background in technology consulting, financial services engineering, or platform architecture Experience working with banks, capital markets firms, fintechs, or digital asset platforms Payments orchestration (on-chain/off-chain flows) Treasury and payments operations The annual salary range for this position is $162,000.00-$270,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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