Head of Compliance & Public Policy

Job summary

Lead the US regulatory compliance strategy and manage government engagement and public policy activities. Translate regulatory developments into practical recommendations for product, business, and legal teams.

Job details

Aster is a next-generation decentralized perpetual exchange dedicated to delivering a seamless, powerful, and truly decentralized on-chain derivatives trading experience. From one-click trading to smart automation and deep on-chain liquidity, Aster is rethinking how DeFi should work — simple, efficient, and built for users. About the Role Aster is seeking a Head of US Compliance & Public Policy to lead our US regulatory compliance strategy, government engagement, and public policy activities. The ideal candidate combines a strong compliance and regulatory background with the ability to engage effectively with regulators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Develop and lead Aster's US compliance and regulatory strategy. Advise management on regulatory requirements, compliance risks, licensing, and market-entry considerations. Monitor US regulatory and legislative developments affecting digital assets and financial markets. Build relationships with regulators, policymakers, government agencies, and industry associations. Develop Aster's US public policy positions and external engagement strategy. Translate regulatory developments into practical recommendations for Product, Business, Legal, and Operations teams. Represent Aster in regulatory meetings, industry forums, and policy discussions. Requirements 10+ years of experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, financial regulation, government affairs, or public policy. Strong background in digital assets, fintech, securities, derivatives, trading, or regulated financial services. Deep understanding of the US financial regulatory environment. Experience engaging with regulators, policymakers, or government agencies. Ability to translate complex regulation into practical business recommendations. Strong communication, judgment, and external stakeholder-management skills.

What you’ll do

Lead the US regulatory compliance strategy and manage government engagement and public policy activities. Translate regulatory developments into practical recommendations for product, business, and legal teams.

Requirements

Requires over 10 years of experience in compliance, regulatory affairs, or public policy, specifically within digital assets or financial services. Must have a deep understanding of the US financial regulatory environment and experience engaging with government agencies.

Listed skills

• Dedicated · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Strong Communication · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Regulatory Compliance
• Public Policy
• Government Engagement
• Digital Assets
• Financial Regulation
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk Management
• Licensing
• Legislative Monitoring
• Strategic Planning

Job areas

• Legal
• Management & Leadership
• Finance & Accounting
• Government & Public Sector
• Technology

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