Senior Innovation Manager Digital Assets

At a glance

Digital Assets are transforming financial markets. Tokenisation is changing how assets are issued, distributed and serviced. Stablecoins and digital cash are reshaping payments and settlement. Crypto-assets continue to evolve as an asset class and are increasingly becoming part of mainstream financial services.

ABN AMRO's Digital Assets team develops and drives strategic initiatives at the intersection of financial services, technology and innovation. We identify opportunities, build business cases and work with stakeholders across the bank and external ecosystems to bring new capabilities and propositions to market.

We are looking for a seasoned Digital Assets professional who combines deep subject matter expertise with the ability to drive innovation, business development and strategic change.

Your job

As Senior Innovation Manager Digital Assets, you will play a leading role in shaping and executing ABN AMRO's Digital Assets agenda.

You will:

• Help define and drive the bank's Digital Assets strategy.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities across tokenised assets, crypto-assets, stablecoins and related market infrastructure.
• Build business plans, investment proposals and strategic recommendations.
• Lead complex innovation initiatives from idea generation through validation and implementation.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across business, product, technology, legal, compliance, risk and operations teams.
• Help develop new capabilities and client propositions that contribute to the bank's long-term Digital Assets ambitions.
• Represent ABN AMRO within the Digital Assets ecosystem and maintain a strong network of industry participants.
• Translate technology, market and regulatory developments into strategic opportunities and executable initiatives.
• Coach colleagues and contribute to the continued growth of the Digital Assets discipline within the bank.

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 and works closely with business units, functions and external partners.

The Digital Assets team focuses on developing innovative business models, capabilities and propositions in areas such as tokenised securities, crypto-assets and stablecoins. Increasingly, our initiatives span multiple business units and entities, requiring close collaboration across the organisation and with external ecosystem partners.

We combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution, helping the bank navigate one of the most significant transformations currently taking place in financial services.

Your profile

We are looking for an experienced Digital Assets professional with substantial domain expertise and a strong track record of turning market developments into business opportunities.

You bring:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a business, financial, economic or technical discipline.
• At least 8+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience within financial services, capital markets, asset management, fintech, financial market infrastructure, exchanges, custody, Digital Assets firms or related sectors.
• Deep knowledge of tokenisation, blockchain technology, crypto-assets, stablecoins and the broader Digital Assets ecosystem. This is a mandatory requirement.
• A strong understanding of financial markets and how Digital Assets are transforming them.
• Experience developing business cases, strategic propositions and innovation initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across diverse stakeholder groups.
• An established network within the Digital Assets ecosystem.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

You are comfortable navigating ambiguity, connecting strategy and execution, and translating complex developments into practical actions that create value for clients and the bank.

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.

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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.