Head of Foundation

We are looking for a Head of Foundation based in Italy to lead the growth and strategic direction of a leading Ethereum scaling platform.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development initiatives and identify new ecosystem growth opportunities.
• Define and execute the Foundation and ecosystem strategy in collaboration with the Board and senior stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain high‑value relationships with Web3 projects, developers, investors, venture‑capital funds, influencers, enterprises and ecosystem partners.
• Represent the organization publicly at conferences, panels and industry events.
• Act as a credible voice for the ecosystem, engaging senior audiences and advocating its position.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (marketing, product, operations, ecosystem development) to prioritize and execute strategic initiatives.
• Monitor Web3, blockchain and competing ecosystems to identify trends, risks and partnership opportunities.
• Recognise and amplify valuable contributions from ecosystem participants.
• Build strategic alliances with Web2 enterprises exploring blockchain technology.
• Help shape the organization’s long‑term positioning and influence in the global Web3 landscape.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, ecosystem development or a related leadership role within Web3/blockchain.
• Strong public profile and credibility in the Web3 or blockchain community.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with senior executives, investors and developers.
• Proven ability to develop and execute long‑term strategic plans.
• Deep understanding of Web3, blockchain, DeFi and the broader crypto landscape.
• Extensive network of Web3 projects, ecosystem participants and venture‑capital funds.
• Experience working across marketing, product, operations and community functions.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive and comfortable in a fast‑moving decentralized environment.
• Willingness to travel periodically for conferences and strategic meetings.

Benefits

• Remote‑first global working environment.
• Industry‑leading healthcare insurance.
• Home office setup allowance.
• Wellbeing allowance.
• Growth and continuing education allowance.
• Flexible time off.
• Company‑issued laptop.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of Web3, blockchain and Ethereum scaling.
• High strategic ownership and visibility within a global ecosystem.
• Inclusive and diverse international working environment.