Head of Policy and Regulatory Affairs – US

Elliptic Enterprises Limited

Job Overview

Location

New York, United States

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As Head of Policy and Regulatory Affairs – US, you will lead Elliptic’s public policy and regulatory engagement strategy across the United States, the most consequential jurisdiction shaping the future of digital assets, ensuring the company is positioned as a trusted advisor to regulated institutions and public agencies navigating the digital asset economy.
• You will serve as the primary subject matter expert on US policy, regulation, and government affairs related to digital assets and blockchain technology, providing strategic advisory services to internal teams and external clients, developing thought leadership through authoritative content, and representing Elliptic at industry conferences, regulatory forums, Congressional briefings, and executive meetings with senior government and financial services leaders.
• You will join a global, cross-functional team of regulatory specialists and subject matter experts working at the forefront of engagement with governments, regulators, financial institutions, and crypto-native businesses, collaborating with product and engineering teams to align regulatory insights with product development and client success.
• In this role, you will achieve measurable impact by shaping regulatory outcomes, strengthening Elliptic’s regulatory voice through testimony and advocacy, advising internal teams on compliance strategy, supporting business development with deep policy expertise, and establishing Elliptic as a credible and proactive voice in the US regulatory community within the first six months.

🎯 Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, public policy, government relations, or compliance, with a focus on financial services, digital assets, or public sector engagement
• Deep understanding of the US digital asset regulatory landscape, including federal frameworks (SEC, CFTC, FinCEN, OCC, OFAC) and key state-level regimes (e.g., NY BitLicense, state MTL frameworks)
• Strong existing public-sector network across US financial authorities, Congressional staff, and policy communities
• Exceptional communication skills, with experience crafting policy positions, briefings, and public commentary on complex legal and regulatory topics
• Proven record of influencing regulatory outcomes through advocacy and collaborative engagement with policymakers and institutions
• Comfort working at the intersection of technology, law, and finance, including the regulatory applications of blockchain analytics and crypto asset compliance

🏖️ Benefits

• Opportunity to shape regulatory outcomes across the evolving US landscape, including the Clarity Act, stablecoin frameworks, FinCEN guidance, SEC and CFTC jurisdiction, and state-level licensing regimes
• Platform to strengthen Elliptic’s regulatory voice and thought leadership through policy advocacy, content creation, testimony preparation, and external representation
• Ability to advise and empower internal teams with regulatory insights to drive product development, client success, and compliance strategy
• Chance to position Elliptic as the leading technology partner for US government agencies and financial institutions building trust in digital assets
• Role based in Washington D.C. or New York, offering access to the epicenter of US financial and regulatory decision-making

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About Elliptic Enterprises Limited

Elliptic is a global leader in crypto-asset risk management. The company provides a comprehensive suite of tools and services designed to help businesses, regulators, and law enforcement agencies understand and manage the risks associated with cryptocurrencies. Their technology analyzes blockchain data to detect illicit activity, identify high-risk transactions, and ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) regulations. Elliptic's solutions are used by financial institutions, exchanges, and governments worldwide to protect against financial crime, enhance security, and foster the safe adoption of digital assets.

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