Western Union · 15 hours ago
Director of Product, Digital Assets & Stablecoin
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $236K/yr
15+ years expWestern Union is a globally diverse organization committed to moving money for better. The Director of Product, Digital Assets and Stablecoin will lead the development and growth of digital asset products, focusing on product strategy, market adoption, and compliance while collaborating with various teams to ensure successful implementation.
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Responsibilities
Execute and evolve the product strategy for digital assets and stablecoin as the key product owner
Drive product growth and market adoption of Western Union stablecoin
Align product delivery with partner requirements and developer needs, collaborating with Solutions Engineering, Wallet, and other product teams
Drive product roadmaps, launch execution, and adoption metrics across the crypto network and ecosystem
Ensure compliance and operational scalability by working with Legal, Risk, and Compliance teams
Represent the product externally with partners and internally with executive stakeholders and cross-functional leadership
Support expansion of Western Union’s Payment Partner Network, integrating banks, fintechs, card networks, wallets, merchants, and agents into a unified ecosystem anchored by the stablecoin
Define and prioritize the product roadmap for digital asset growth initiatives
Collaborate with engineering, compliance, legal, and marketing to deliver scalable and compliant solutions
Stay ahead of regulatory developments and ensure product alignment with evolving standards
Lead and grow a team of delivery-focused subject matter experts
Define and deliver the long-term strategy for digital asset products
Identify, negotiate, and manage strategic partnerships with exchanges, wallets, DeFi protocols, custodians, and fintech platforms
Execute partnership opportunities globally, aligned to the stablecoin strategy and vision
Understand and drive customer behaviors, pain points, and aspirations across global segments relevant to stablecoin and digital asset network and exchange usage
Deliver impactful use-cases to drive adoption and volume of Western Union’s stablecoin. Translate insights into clear product requirements and technical direction
Qualification
Required
15+ years of product management experience, including senior leadership in fintech, payments, or digital asset/blockchain platforms
Proven ability to define and scale complex payment and blockchain products in B2B or B2B2C environments
Deep understanding of the industry and global payment landscape, with hands-on experience
Experience managing large cross-functional teams and aligning stakeholders across engineering, compliance, and business functions
Delivery-focused, action-oriented, and driven to build solutions
Bachelor's degree in business, operations, finance, information systems, or a related field; Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred
Strong technical acumen in core banking platforms, APIs, digital wallets, and embedded finance ecosystems
Track record of leading large-scale operational improvement projects and successful product launches
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with experience using data to drive operational outcomes
Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities
Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Preferred
5 to 10 years of proven delivery experience in blockchain, digital asset, and stablecoins
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
Product subject matter expert with a proven track record in stablecoin and crypto delivery
Experience building and delivering stablecoin, DeFi protocols, or embedded finance platforms in large institutions or successful start-ups
Detailed and first-hand knowledge of global regulatory frameworks for digital assets
Proven global perspective, peer-tested, and likely published
Experience working with global payment facilitators, marketplaces, or developer ecosystems
Background in regulated financial products or compliance-conscious product development
Executive presence with the ability to influence internally and externally, including with enterprise partners and C-suite audiences
Strategic impact in establishing category leadership in regulated, compliant stablecoin settlement globally
Ability to drive network effects, increasing liquidity and adoption of stablecoin and digital assets
Focus on diversifying revenue streams and strengthening Western Union's position as a global financial infrastructure provider
Benefits
Flexible Time off
Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
Tuition Assistance Program
Parental Leave
One day volunteer time off
$0 Money Transfer Fee Discount Code – Quarterly
Recognition Program “Game Changers”
Employee Discount Program
Global Adoption Assistance
Global Scholarship Awards Program
4% Western Union Contribution to 401K
Company
Western Union
Western Union provides consumers and businesses with fast, reliable and convenient ways to send and receive money around the world.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-10-02IPO
Leadership Team
Nicolas Levi
Regional Vice President Middle East Afghanistan Pakistan
Ashutosh Shinde
Head - Technology Engineering Center (India)
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