Head of Policy North America
Chainalysis is a blockchain analysis company that provides data, software, and services to investigate and prevent cryptocurrency-related fraud and money laundering.
Maintainer signals as of 8/20/2026
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About Chainalysis
Chainalysis is a blockchain analysis company that offers comprehensive data, software, and services to government agencies, financial institutions, exchanges, and cybersecurity firms. Their solutions include Chainalysis Reactor for tracing blockchain transactions and Chainalysis KYT for real-time transaction monitoring. Chainalysis supports compliance with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulations, helping clients investigate illicit activities and ensure regulatory adherence.
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About the Role
You will build and lead North American public policy strategy, focusing on the United States. You will engage Congress, the Executive Branch, regulators, and policy stakeholders; develop positions on legislative and regulatory issues; translate policy developments into business recommendations; advise executives; represent the organization publicly; and manage lobbyists, trade associations, and coalitions.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in U.S. government policy programs
- Experience in emerging technology, financial services, or national security policy
- Understanding of Congress and the Executive Branch
- Track record of successful policy initiatives
- Experience working with cross-functional teams
- Experience creating executable plans with measurable outcomes
- Experience working with lobbyists, trade associations, and coalitions
- Understanding of and interest in digital assets
- Exceptional communication, writing, and analytical skills
Responsibilities
- Lead engagement with Congress, the Executive Branch, U.S. regulators, and policy stakeholders
- Develop company positions on legislative, regulatory, appropriations, and public policy issues
- Translate legislative and regulatory activity into business strategy and executive recommendations
- Represent Chainalysis in policy meetings, consultations, conferences, and public speaking engagements
- Prepare briefing materials and policy recommendations for executives
- Advise executive leadership on political, legislative, and regulatory developments
- Manage lobbyists, trade associations, and external coalitions
- Develop thought leadership content and communications
- Build and maintain a network of policy stakeholders
Benefits
- Equity
- Bonus
