Innovation Manager Digital Assets

At a glance

Digital Assets are reshaping the future of financial services. From tokenised securities and crypto-assets to stablecoins and new forms of digital cash, the way financial products are issued, traded, settled and serviced is rapidly evolving. Banks, market infrastructures, fintechs and regulators are all adapting to this transformation.

The Digital Assets team at ABN AMRO is at the forefront of these developments. We explore emerging opportunities, develop innovative business propositions and help build the capabilities that will enable the bank to operate in a digital asset-enabled financial system.

We are looking for Digital Assets professionals first and innovation managers second. You bring knowledge of the digital asset ecosystem and are excited about translating market developments into real business opportunities for the bank and its clients.

Your job

As Innovation Manager Digital Assets, you will help identify, assess and develop opportunities across the rapidly evolving Digital Assets landscape.

You will:

• Follow developments in tokenisation, blockchain technology, crypto-assets, stablecoins and digital market infrastructure.
• Contribute to the development and execution of ABN AMRO's Digital Assets strategy.
• Research market developments, technologies, regulations and emerging business models.
• Identify opportunities for new products, services and capabilities across the Digital Assets domain.
• Develop business cases, project proposals and investment recommendations.
• Work closely with stakeholders across business, product, technology, legal, risk and operations teams.
• Support the development of proofs-of-concept, pilots and new client propositions.
• Build relationships with participants in the Digital Assets ecosystem, including technology providers, market infrastructures, fintechs and other industry partners.
• Translate complex Digital Assets topics into practical insights and actionable recommendations.

Working environment

You will be part of the Digital Assets team within the Innovation department of ABN AMRO. Innovation plays a central role in delivering the bank's innovation agenda in close collaboration with business units and functional domains.

Our Digital Assets team is dedicated to developing innovative business models in areas such as tokenised securities, crypto-assets and stablecoins. We work across institutional and retail opportunities, combining strategic thinking, market expertise and hands-on experimentation to bring new capabilities and propositions to life.

Within Innovation, we take ownership, stay ahead of market developments, challenge the status quo and continuously explore emerging technologies and business models.

Your profile

We are looking for ambitious professionals with a strong interest in Digital Assets and a desire to help shape the future of financial services.

You bring:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant business, financial, technical or economic discipline.
• At least 5 years  of relevant professional experience.
• Relevant experience in Digital Assets, blockchain, crypto-assets, financial technology, capital markets, consulting or a related field.
• Demonstrable knowledge of tokenisation, blockchain technology, crypto-assets and the broader Digital Assets ecosystem. This is a mandatory requirement.
• The ability to analyse markets, technologies and business opportunities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and a curiosity for emerging technologies and business models.
• The ability to translate complex topics into clear recommendations and business opportunities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Whether you gained your experience within financial services, technology, consulting, fintech or the Digital Assets industry itself, we are interested in candidates who can demonstrate genuine expertise and passion for this rapidly evolving domain.

The exact seniority level and compensation package will depend on your experience, expertise and demonstrated level of autonomy during the recruitment process.

We are offering

We believe it is important to be a good employer. Joining us means stepping into a role with impact, supported by excellent employment conditions that foster your job satisfaction, development, and wellbeing.

In addition, we offer:

• An attractive gross monthly salary based on a 36-hour work week, including holiday allowanceand a flexible benefit budget.
• An excellent pension scheme, ensuring that you are well prepared for the future.
• Flexibility in working: working from home is possible in consultation with your team and depending on your role. We will provide an ergonomic home office setup for you.
• Plenty of room for relaxation with five weeks of vacation per year, supplemented by two mandatory days off. You can also purchase up to four additional weeks of vacation annually.
• Five “Banking for better days”: extra days off that you can use for personal development or volunteer work.
• Personal development is key: you receive a development budget of €1,000 per year, which can accumulate up to €3,000.
• An annual public transport pass with free public transportation throughout the Netherlands for both business and private use.

You can find more information about our employment conditions and salary scales in our Collective Labour Agreement (CLA), which applies to this vacancy.

Your Future: Inclusive, Innovative, Sustainable

At ABN AMRO, we believe in "Banking for better, for generations to come." Equal opportunities for everyone are a crucial foundation, as we strive for an inclusive culture where all employees feel seen, heard, and valued. Our vision of being a personal bank in the digital age aligns perfectly with the demand for surprising insights and innovative solutions, born from a diverse interplay of cultures and experiences. We focus on customer experience, sustainability, and building a future-proof bank, conducting annual reviews to ensure equal pay for equal work. Join a bank that embraces ingenuity and ambition, and make an impact with us for a better future.

If you want to apply for the B-Able or Reboot program, make sure to mention it both in the title and the content of your resume.

Disclaimer external recruitment agencies

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Use of AI in our application process

You’re welcome to use AI to help write your CV or cover letter, as long as it reflects your own story. We review every application personally and without AI. During interviews, real time AI tools may not be used. With your permission, interviews can be recorded and supported by AI. This helps us keep the process fair, careful, and transparent.