Job description
Build to Protect Civilization
TRM is a blockchain intelligence company that’s on a mission to build a safer world for billions of people. We’re a lean, high-impact team tackling some of the world’s most critical challenges, ranging from human trafficking and financial fraud to terrorist financing. We are builders who power governments, financial institutions, and crypto companies when the clock is running and the consequences are real. This is why every TRMer is a bet on our future and has the power to change our trajectory.
Build to Protect Civilization
TRM is a blockchain intelligence company that’s on a mission to build a safer world for billions of
people. We’re a lean, high-impact team tackling some of the world’s most critical challenges,
ranging from human trafficking and financial fraud to terrorist financing. We are builders who
power governments, financial institutions, and crypto companies when the clock is running and
the consequences are real. This is why every TRMer is a bet on our future and has the power to
change our trajectory.
The Blockchain Intelligence team at TRM Labs is looking for an Intelligence Operations
contractor to manage projects that accelerate TRM’s collection of high-quality, actionable data.
You’ll play a critical coordination role at the intersection of intelligence research, contractor
management, and operations—helping translate analytical needs into well-executed workflows.
The impact you’ll have here
● Collect and assess blockchain intelligence data by partnering with Intelligence team
members
● Recruit, train, and manage a global network of research contractors
● Create clear processes and expectations to ensure consistent, high-quality data
collection
● Monitor contractor performance and provide feedback, support, and optimization to
get the best results from a distributed team
● Ensure data collected by contractors is accurately and efficiently entered into internal
systems
● Act as a key operational connector between stakeholders and intelligence teams
What we’re looking for
● Strong organizational and people-management skills, with experience coordinating
contractors, vendors, or large distributed teams
● Background in operations, people ops, program coordination, or similar roles where
execution and follow-through are critical
● Excellent communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally
● High attention to detail and a bias toward building repeatable, scalable processes
● Self-starter mindset with the ability to operate independently in a fast-moving
environment
● Adaptability and willingness to learn new tools in order to create more efficient
processe
● Bonus (but not required): exposure to tech, startups, intelligence, or
blockchain/crypto
● Early to early-mid career candidate who is highly motivated, capable, and excited to
grow into the role
About the team:
● Our team values open communication and a collaborative work environment, where
feedback and ideas are encouraged from all members.
● We prioritize flexibility and adaptability, ensuring that everyone stays aligned through
regular check-ins and progress updates. Operating with a strong focus on shared
goals, we work together to meet deadlines while supporting individual growth and
innovation.
Learn about TRM Speed in this position:
● Utilizes sound judgment and the 80⁄20 principle to drive rapid, high-impact
outcomes.
● Leverages creative problem-solving and a willingness to think outside the box in
order to make the greatest possible impact.
● Employs a diverse set of methodologies to scale and optimize intelligence operations
for internal customer needs within 72 hours.
Life at TRM
We build to protect civilization. That promise shows up in how we work every day.
TRM runs fast. Really fast. We’re a high-velocity team that expects ownership, clarity, and follow-through. People who thrive here are inspired by hard problems, experimentation, direct feedback. If it takes months elsewhere, it often ships here in days. If you are optimizing primarily for consistent work-life balance, use the interview process to pressure-test fit. We want teammates who thrive here, not just survive here.
We coach directly, assume positive intent, and play for the front of the jersey.
Leadership Principles
- Impact-Oriented Trailblazer: We put customers first, driving for speed, focus, and adaptability.
- Master Craftsperson: We prioritize speed, high standards, and distributed ownership.
- Inspiring Colleague: We value humility, candor, and a one-team mindset.
Want to learn more about how we interview at TRM Labs? Check out more about our leadership principles and hiring process here.
What You’ll Do Here
This work has teeth. At TRM, your week might include:
- Driving critical investigations that can’t wait for typical business hours.
- Shipping products in days when others would schedule quarters.
- Partnering with teams across time zones to deliver insights while the story is still unfolding.
- Building new solutions from first principles when the playbook doesn’t yet exist.
- Protecting victims and customers by tracing illicit activity and disrupting criminal networks.
Join our Mission
We look for people who want their work to matter, who build with speed and rigor, and who take pride in protecting others through their craft. If you’re excited by TRM’s mission but don’t check every box, apply anyway. We hire for slope, judgment, and the will to learn fast.
Build to protect civilization. Let’s do it together.
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