Start Date: Q1 2027
Duration: 12 months
Full time/ part time: Full-time position
Compensation: Competitive, dependent on experience. This position is subject to geographic pay differentials based on the employee's work location
Location: Remote. Preference may be given to candidates in based in Emerging Market and Developing Economies.
ABOUT FINANCIAL INNOVATION FOR IMPACT
Financial Innovation for Impact | Innovation for a Better World is an international, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the advancement of scalable, sustainable, and evidence- based financial and regulatory innovation.
We work with academic institutions, digital finance ecosystem partners, and other stakeholders to create knowledge and apply data-driven insights to inform the development of fintech and the decision-making of central banks, securities regulators, and other financial authorities.
Fii generates research, develops digital tools, and delivers capacity building at scale through technical assistance programmes to benefit financially excluded, marginalised, and disadvantaged populations.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a Senior Associate - Digital Assets Regulation to support Fii's programmatic activities related to the regulation of digital assets and tokenisation and modernisation of capital markets and post trade services across Emerging Market and Developing Economies (EMDEs). The role will involve conducting in-depth research, producing policy-relevant outputs (e.g. reports, briefs, and comparative analyses), and delivering technical assistance to financial authorities in EMDEs. Occasional international travel may be required. The role holder will report to the Digital Asset Regulatory Specialist.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conduct in-depth research and produce comparative analyses on digital asset policy, regulation, supervisory and authorisation frameworks across jurisdictions.
Support the design of regulatory, supervisory and authorisation frameworks for digital assets, the policy development of tokenisation in financial services, and the development of central bank digital currencies.
Lead the drafting of high-quality outputs including policy briefs, technical reports, and regulatory guidance materials.
Build technical expertise and support projects addressing development challenges in capital markets and payments and settlement infrastructure,
Deliver technical assistance to financial authorities through workshops, training sessions, and other engagements (virtual and in-person).
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including regulators, central banks, development partners, and industry participants.
Monitor industry trends and regulatory developments in digital assets, with a focus on EMDEs.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
The individual in this role must also have excellent research and analytical skills and a demonstrable interest and expertise in regulation of traditional and digital financial markets, ideally with a focus on digital assets.
Essential
The ideal candidate should have the following qualities, skills and attributes.
Degree in law, public policy, finance, economics, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in financial and/or digital asset regulation.
Demonstrated breadth of knowledge in capital markets, financial services and digital assets, particularly regarding their regulatory and supervisory frameworks.
Experience working in or engaging regulatory authorities, central banks, or other public authorities.
Ability to translate complex topics into clear, actionable insights.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing policy or research outputs.
Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable
Prior experience working within a capital markets authority, central bank, regulatory or supervisory body.
Experience working in or with EMDEs.
Strong understanding of the political economy of financial regulation in emerging markets.
Ability to work independently under minimum supervision and be accountable for the delivery of outputs.
Track record of publishing research or working in an academic or policy research environment.
Existing network within regulatory, policymaking, or fintech ecosystems.
Proficiency in other languages is a plus (e.g. Arabic, French or Spanish)
WHAT WE OFFER
A job and a team with a purpose. This is a chance to work on important challenges in the financial sector that greatly affect our economies and society, and to have a real impact using data and tech to transform the public sector.
Opportunity to innovate and to break new ground in this field.
Exposure to leading thinkers, researchers, and solution creators in the financial and technology space and academia.
Opportunities to frame evidence-based discussions in a rapidly evolving industry.
Opportunities to work and collaborate with exceptional teammates, experts and partners across EMDEs.
Competitive compensation.
Private healthcare.
Flexible work schedule.
Location: Remote/Worldwide.
INCLUSION
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to everyone. If you require any adjustments to support your application or participation in the selection process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
HOW TO APPLY
If you feel that you meet some but not all of the stated requirements but have the right expertise and motivation for the role, we encourage you to apply.
Interested candidates should apply by 20 November. We may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible.