Corporate Development Portfolio Manager ( Fintech & Emerging Markets) - remote job

Tether Operations Limited is hiring a Corporate Development Portfolio Manager ( Fintech & Emerging Markets) - a lead role, which means responsibility for a team or a direction. The role sits in Other jobs and is fully remote. The company places no restriction on where the candidate lives, so you can apply from anywhere.

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Join Tether and Shape the Future of Digital Finance At Tether, we’re not just building products, we’re pioneering a global financial revolution. Our cutting-edge solutions empower businesses-from exchanges and wallets to payment processors and ATMs-to seamlessly integrate reserve-backed tokens across blockchains. By harnessing the power of blockchain technology, Tether enables you to store, send, and receive digital tokens instantly, securely, and globally, all at a fraction of the cost. Transparency is the bedrock of everything we do, ensuring trust in every transaction. Innovate with Tether Tether Finance: Our innovative product suite features the world’s most trusted stablecoin, USDT , relied upon by hundreds of millions worldwide, alongside pioneering digital asset tokenization services. But that’s just the beginning: Tether Power: Driving sustainable growth, our energy solutions optimize excess power for Bitcoin mining using eco-friendly practices in state-of-the-art, geo-diverse facilities. Tether Data: Fueling breakthroughs in AI and peer-to-peer technology, we reduce infrastructure costs and enhance global communications with cutting-edge solutions like KEET , our flagship app that redefines secure and private data sharing. Tether Education : Democratizing access to top-tier digital learning, we empower individuals to thrive in the digital and gig economies, driving global growth and opportunity. Tether Evolution : At the intersection of technology and human potential, we are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, crafting a future where innovation and human capabilities merge in powerful, unprecedented ways. Why Join Us? Our team is a global talent powerhouse, working remotely from every corner of the world. If you’re passionate about making a mark in the fintech space, this is your opportunity to collaborate with some of the brightest minds, pushing boundaries and setting new standards. We’ve grown fast, stayed lean, and secured our place as a leader in the industry. If you have excellent English communication skills and are ready to contribute to the most innovative platform on the planet, Tether is the place for you. Are you ready to be part of the future? About the Job: We are seeking a Senior Corporate Development to act as Tether’s representative across a Corp Dev portfolio . This individual will own the post-investment relationship with portfolio companies, identify and execute commercial and strategic synergies with Tether, provide governance and board-level support, and drive measurable value creation initiatives. The role sits at the intersection of corporate development, portfolio management, strategy, and operating execution. Responsibilities: Portfolio Value Creation & Strategic Partnerships

* Serve as the primary relationship owner for a portfolio of strategic (majority) investments across

multiple sectors and geographies.

* Identify, develop, and execute commercial partnerships between portfolio companies and

Tether business units.

* Drive measurable strategic outcomes including revenue generation, customer acquisition,

product integrations, distribution agreements, infrastructure partnerships, regulatory cooperation, and ecosystem expansion.

* Act as a trusted advisor to founders and executive teams, helping them leverage Tether's

network, resources, and global footprint.

* Build and maintain a systematic value-creation framework, tracking strategic initiatives and

measuring realized impact across the portfolio.

* Coordinate introductions across Tether's operating businesses, executive leadership,

customers, partners, regulators, and strategic stakeholders.

* Support portfolio companies on strategic planning, organizational development, fundraising,

market expansion, and major commercial initiatives. Corporate Development & Strategic Execution

* Evaluate strategic partnership opportunities, acquisitions, mergers, joint ventures, and other

transactions involving portfolio companies and the broader Tether ecosystem.

* Develop strategic theses around emerging market opportunities, competitive dynamics, and

industry trends.

* Identify opportunities where portfolio companies can strengthen Tether’s long-term strategic

positioning.

* Support integration planning and execution for acquisitions, strategic investments, and

partnership initiatives.

* Provide regular market intelligence and strategic recommendations to Tether leadership

regarding industry developments, competitive threats, and emerging opportunities. Governance & Portfolio Oversight

* Represent Tether as a board director, board observer, or shareholder representative where

appropriate.

* Provide governance oversight and ensure portfolio companies maintain strong operational,

financial, and strategic discipline.

* Review company performance, budgets, forecasts, fundraising plans, and key strategic

decisions.

* Support management teams through critical growth milestones including expansion initiatives,

financings, acquisitions, and organizational scaling.

* Monitor portfolio company performance and provide regular updates to senior leadership and

the Investment Committee. Portfolio Management

* Maintain comprehensive oversight of portfolio company performance, strategic initiatives, and

key risks.

* Lead portfolio review processes, board preparation, KPI monitoring, and strategic reporting.

* Support follow-on investment decisions, capital allocation recommendations, and liquidity

planning.

* Partner with investment teams to ensure continuity between investment underwriting and post-

investment value creation.

* Develop and maintain portfolio management frameworks, governance processes, and reporting

systems that scale with the platform. Investment Support

* Assist investment professionals during diligence processes by evaluating strategic fit, value-

creation opportunities, and post-investment operating plans.

* Assess potential synergy opportunities prior to investment and develop actionable post-close

execution plans.

* Support transaction structuring and negotiation from a governance and strategic perspective.

* Contribute to investment recommendations and Investment Committee materials where

relevant Requirements Preferred qualifications/Requirements:

* 7-15 years of experience in corporate development, private equity, growth equity, strategic

investing, management consulting, operating leadership, or value creation roles.

* Demonstrated experience working directly with executive teams, boards, and founders of high-

growth businesses.

* Strong track record of driving commercial partnerships, strategic initiatives, and measurable

business outcomes.

* Experience managing portfolio companies, subsidiaries, business units, or strategic

investments.

* Strong understanding of corporate governance, board processes, and shareholder oversight.

* Exceptional relationship-building skills with the ability to influence senior executives across

multiple organizations.

* Experience evaluating business models, growth strategies, competitive positioning, and

operational performance.

* Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management capabilities.

* Ability to operate independently in a highly entrepreneurial and fast-moving environment.

Preferred

* Experience in fintech, financial infrastructure, payments, digital assets, banking, software, AI, or

adjacent technology sectors.

* Prior board director or board observer experience.

* Experience supporting transactions, strategic partnerships, integrations, or corporate

development initiatives.

* Background in venture capital, growth equity, private equity, investment banking, consulting, or

operating leadership roles.

* Existing relationships across founders, investors, financial institutions, regulators, and strategic

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