USAT Institutional Associate
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As a USAT Institutional Associate at Tether, you will accelerate market adoption, operational connectivity, and execution across core global corridors. Reporting directly to the Head of USAT Institutional, you take hands-on ownership of high-priority operational workflows, bridge regional expansion teams, and project manage strategic corridor partnerships from inception to production. You thrive in fast-paced environments, bring a strong baseline in fintech and digital asset execution, and are eager to drive high-impact output while being mentored.
What you'll do
- Partner closely with regional expansion leadership to identify, establish, and optimize on/off-ramp infrastructures across high-value corridors to drive seamless global connectivity
- Analyze fiat and stablecoin liquidity flows to inform data-driven operational decisions and eliminate friction in payment ecosystems
- Lead and execute local stablecoin FX pilots and establish clear milestone roadmaps to transition successful pilots into active production environments
- Serve as primary project manager for active geographic expansion initiatives
- Conduct market research and track regulatory shifts to source, evaluate, and prioritize new corridor expansion opportunities
- Manage day-to-day operational execution and compliance requirements as tier-1 US institutions adopt USAT
- Maintain structured KPI tracking, status reporting, and internal alignment to guarantee execution velocity across active institutional workflows
What you bring
- Excellent English communication skills
- A strong baseline in fintech and digital asset execution
- The ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities
- Strong organizational and project management capabilities
About Tether
Tether is a global fintech leader pioneering reserve-backed tokens across blockchains. The company operates multiple divisions including Tether Finance (home to USDT, the world's most trusted stablecoin), Tether Power (sustainable Bitcoin mining with eco-friendly practices), Tether Data (infrastructure for AI and peer-to-peer technology, including the KEET app), Tether Education (digital learning access), and Tether Evolution (emerging technology initiatives). The team works remotely globally.
