Executive Director, Crypto Product Manager Greater Chicago, IL Area

The Company is seeking a Crypto Product Manager at the Executive Director level to lead the end-to-end delivery of a strategic digital asset and cryptocurrency initiative. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating business strategy into an executable roadmap, coordinating work across various teams, and ensuring the platform is launched and operated with the necessary controls. This role demands a leader who can create and own the integrated program plan, define business requirements, and align cross-functional teams to execute the initiative. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in leading complex, enterprise-scale products or transformation programs, particularly in financial services or a regulated industry, and a strong working knowledge of digital assets and cryptocurrency products. Key responsibilities for the Crypto Product Manager include program leadership, product and business direction, cross-functional execution, governance, and executive communication. The role also requires a focus on risk and controls, third-party management, operational readiness, issue resolution, and delivery discipline. The candidate should be adept at continuous improvement, using data to identify enhancements, and strengthening the platform post-launch. Leadership expectations for this position include the ability to create clarity in a complex, fast-moving, and highly regulated environment, influence senior leaders, and balance speed to market with sustainable controls. The role demands a professional with a proven track record in executive communication, stakeholder management, and decision facilitation, and who can demonstrate sound judgment, high ownership, and the ability to operate effectively amid ambiguity and competing priorities. A Bachelor's degree is required, with an advanced degree or relevant professional certification preferred.

Hiring Company

Morgan Stanley