Strategy Manager


Chicago
Permanent
USD150000 - USD200000
Financial Technology
PR/544965_1747062303
Strategy Manager

What you will do in this role:

  • Gather and analyze information across multiple data sources to arrive at actionable recommendations across many different areas of business, including operations, and technology
  • Assist BD and management to execute on strategic growth opportunities, including economic model design and evaluation for strategic partnerships
  • Work cross-functionally to understand feasibility of new business initiatives and design processes to support
  • Work closely with product managers and engineers to design, develop and deliver best-in-class technology solutions that deliver meaningful business value
  • Conduct market research and gather user feedback to identify user needs, market trends, and competitive landscape
  • Communicate requirements, domain expertise, and big picture concepts to technical teams
  • Act as liaison between DRW business stakeholders and engineering teams to identify and resolve issues arising with new initiatives
  • Ensure that any technology implementation meets stated business requirements
  • Manage prioritization of new products / initiatives for the business

What is needed in this role:

  • 5+ years of experience analyzing and translating business needs to create product requirements
  • Familiarity with data systems and software development practices
  • Proven leadership abilities; a self-starter who can work independently to drive results across several teams
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to tailor communications to different audiences as needed and ability to communicate at all levels within the organization
  • Strategic thinking; ability to synthesize team requests and industry trends
  • Strong business acumen; analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to identify trends and root issues and recommend solutions that support the company's business objectives
  • Strong organizational and presentation skills; professional demeanor
  • Strong financial modeling experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Python programming skills with experience exploring large datasets is a plus
  • Strong understanding of blockchain technology and its applications, as well as the web3 ecosystem.
  • Experience with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols and applications.

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