Project Manager, Digital Assets

Franklin Templeton's Digital Assets Technology group is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Project Manager. The Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic initiatives related to tokenization, blockchain integration, and digital asset innovation within the firm's investment and operational ecosystems. This role requires a unique blend of financial services experience, emerging technology fluency, and disciplined project management. This role is ideal for a seasoned project leader with a passion for emerging technologies and a proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs in a fast-paced environment with a changing regulatory landscape.

Ongoing responsibilities of the Project Manager include:

• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the central liaison between executive sponsors and collaborate with technology, product, operations, compliance, and business teams to align project goals with organizational strategy.
• Strategic Program Management: Define and maintain program roadmaps, milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics.
• Risk & Issue Management: Work with legal and compliance to ensure adherence to evolving global digital asset and securities regulations and identify project risks and dependencies early, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate critical issues as needed.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain project documentation, dashboards, and status reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Process Optimization: Continuously improve project workflows, tools, and methodologies to enhance team productivity and delivery outcomes.

Ideal qualifications for success include:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Business, or related field; or 10 years of demonstrated work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in financial services or technology domains.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technologies, digital assets, and tokenization workflows.
• Proficiency with Agile/SCRUM methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results under tight deadlines.

Preferred qualifications include:

• PMP, PMI-ACP, or Scrum Master certification.
• Knowledge of blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Aptos).
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks related to digital assets and financial technology.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and CI/CD practices.
• Background in software development or systems analysis is a plus.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a pioneering team at Franklin Templeton that is shaping the future of finance through blockchain innovation. You'll work alongside top technologists and strategists to deliver impactful solutions in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewardsmonetary and non-monetarydesigned to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $91,000- $124,000 depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.

Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.

By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life's adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.

Highlights of our benefits include:

• Three weeks paid time off the first year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
• Employee Stock Investment Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
• Onsite fitness center and recreation center*
• Onsite cafeteria*

*Only applicable at certain locations

Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.