Head of Crypto Talent & Partnerships

About Ashmore Stark | FinTech Solutions

Ashmore Stark is a specialist recruitment and advisory firm delivering high-impact technology and commercial talent across the global FinTech ecosystem. As we expand into cryptocurrency and blockchain markets, we are seeking a senior leader to establish and scale our Crypto division.

This is a strategic appointment for an individual with a strong command of the digital asset landscape, proven leadership ability, and a commercial mindset capable of building a new business line within an established brand.

The Opportunity

This position offers the chance to define and lead our Crypto & Web3 practice. You will partner with leading blockchain, DeFi, and digital asset organisations worldwide, driving the strategy, partnerships, and commercial development of this emerging business. You will have full autonomy to shape the division’s growth, backed by the infrastructure and reputation of an established FinTech recruitment leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute Ashmore Stark’s market entry and expansion strategy for the cryptocurrency and Web3 talent sectors.
• Build, mentor, and lead a specialist team of consultants focused on blockchain, DeFi, and crypto-infrastructure clients.
• Establish and manage strategic relationships with founders, investors, and executive-level stakeholders across the crypto ecosystem.
• Deliver senior-level recruitment and advisory mandates, ensuring excellence in both client and candidate experience.
• Utilise market intelligence to anticipate emerging technologies, hiring trends, and competitive movements.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate the crypto practice into the firm’s wider FinTech strategy, ensuring consistent brand and service delivery.

Required Experience

• Minimum of seven years’ experience within FinTech, executive search, or technology recruitment, including at least three in a leadership or practice-building capacity.
• Deep understanding of cryptocurrency markets, Web3 infrastructure, or DeFi ecosystems, ideally with direct exposure to crypto-native organisations.
• Proven success in business development and client partnership management at senior level.
• Demonstrated ability to build and scale teams or business lines independently.
• Commercially minded, strategic, and data-driven, with exceptional communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Fluent English, with the right to work in the UK or ability to operate remotely within UK/EU time zones.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary in the range of £150,000 – £210,000
• Performance-based bonuses and potential equity participation tied to divisional growth.
• Fully remote working environment with flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive private healthcare, pension contributions, and continuous professional development support.
• Opportunity to shape and lead a new business vertical within a respected FinTech recruitment brand.

Why Join Ashmore Stark

• Play a defining role in establishing a crypto-focused practice within a firm known for excellence in FinTech talent.
• Operate at the intersection of technology, finance, and digital assets, engaging directly with market-leading innovators.
• Benefit from full executive-level ownership, strategic influence, and clear progression to partner-level leadership.
• Work remotely while being part of a collaborative, high-performing international team.