Head of Strategy
Cayman Islands
Growth /
Full-time /
Remote
The Arbitrum Foundation is an organisation based in the Cayman Islands that is tasked with developing and nurturing the Arbitrum ecosystem. This includes Arbitrum One, an Optimistic Rollup, that instantly scales apps, reducing costs and increasing capacity, without sacrificing Ethereum's security and Arbitrum Nova, which allows for ultra-low cost fees by leveraging AnyTrust technology making it ideal for Social and Gaming applications.
Arbitrum today is the leading Ethereum scaling solution with dominant market share including hundreds of apps on the platform and over 50% of all rollup liquidity.
The Head of Strategy role at Arbitrum Foundation is a pivotal position responsible for driving business development efforts and fostering growth across various Web3 serviceable markets. The role will entail crafting and executing strategies to generate inbound and outbound sales across multiple verticals, including gaming, fintech, NFTs, DAOs, etc. Additionally, the incumbent will be instrumental in developing go-to-market strategies aimed at fostering business adoption.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive strategic initiatives and shape the future of Web3 adoption and innovation. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for blockchain technology and a track record of driving business growth, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies to drive growth and expansion across Web3 serviceable markets.
- Lead the formulation and execution of strategies for generating inbound and outbound sales across diverse verticals, including gaming, fintech, NFTs, DAOs, etc.
- Collaborate with internal teams to identify key market opportunities, prioritize targets, and develop tailored strategies to maximize business outcomes.
- Conduct market research and analysis to stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities.
- Define and execute go-to-market strategies to facilitate business adoption and market penetration.
- Build and nurture strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including potential clients, industry influencers, and ecosystem partners.
- Provide strategic guidance to the executive team based on market insights, performance metrics, and industry best practices.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration to align business strategies with product development, marketing, and other organizational functions.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of strategies and initiatives, adjusting plans as needed to optimize outcomes and achieve business objectives.
- Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Desired Background
- Proven track record in a strategic leadership role, preferably within the blockchain
- Demonstrated experience in business development, sales strategy, and market expansion, with a strong understanding of Web3 serviceable markets.
- Deep knowledge of blockchain technology, decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), and related concepts.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data, identify trends, and derive actionable insights.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to think strategically, innovate, and drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for driving growth and creating impact within the Web3 ecosystem.
- Ability to thrive in ambiguity and navigate uncertainty while maintaining focus on key priorities and objectives.
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
At the Arbitrum Foundation, we believe that diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are essential to our success.
We are committed to building a welcoming and supportive workplace for all employees, regardless of their background or identity. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive. We encourage candidates from all walks of life to apply and join our team.
