Business Development & Partnerships Director
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London, London, United Kingdom
Wintermute
18.03.2024
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About Wintermute
Wintermute is one of the largest
crypto-native algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We
provide liquidity algorithmically across most cryptocurrency exchanges
and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading products as well
as support high profile blockchain projects and traditional financial
institutions moving into crypto. We actively participate in the
development of the blockchain ecosystem through investments,
partnerships, and incubation of projects.
Wintermute was founded in 2017 by industry leaders and has
successfully navigated multiple crypto industry cycles. Culturally, we
combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of
high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative
and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. Read more here.
Business Development at Wintermute
We are looking for a Business Development
& Partnerships Director to work in our London office, someone who will
continue our ambitious expansion in the region. We are looking for
someone who knows the UK financial services markets both from a
traditional finance and digital assets perspective. You will be
responsible for building new as well as growing Wintermute's existing
businesses globally.
You will own
opportunities in the region from end to end and develop your own
strategic growth plan, while also getting advice and guidance from the
team. We have the best liquidity products in the market, we work with
many of the most prominent blockchain projects, we have many strategic
growth opportunities in the pipeline, and a long line of
counterparties wanting to develop relationships with us. We have no
legacy processes, no corporate bureaucracy, no multiple levels of
approvals, yet the highest standards of professionalism.
Responsibilities:
- Grow institutional OTC business globally- this includes developing and executing your own growth plan in the region where you will be responsible for.
- Work closely with other teams to bring new products (e.g. new derivatives products) to the market, this includes collecting customer feedback, testing products, launch plans, etc
- Grow the crypto project Liquidity provision business - deepen and build relationships with high profile projects in the region, as well as local VCs and other important ecosystem players
- Growth partner relationships with important partners such as exchanges, custodians, lenders and other infrastructure providers
- Execute a structured business development process and work with the teams to further improve operational efficiency (e.g. CRM, effectiveness of campaigns, etc)
- Keep track of key launches and news in the crypto eco-system and proactively identify cooperation and business development opportunities
Hard Skills Requirements:
- Experience in both traditional financial and digital assets services from high performing teams.
- 3+ years of FICC sales experience (voice or electronic), working with institutional clients
- eCommerce experience would also be advantageous.
- Experience with spot and derivatives OTC products, especially options is required.
- Experience in business development, partnerships or any client-facing role (B2B sales, investment banking, etc)
- Experience delivering business results - be ready to talk about numbers/quota achievement, etc
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; the role is more around providing education to counterparties about our services rather than a standard sales pitch. Therefore it's important to come across convincing, concise, precise and a good listener whilst also being clear on the next steps as well as ensuring timely follow ups.
- Trading knowledge or crypto knowledge - is a strong advantage; willingness, aptitude and curiosity to understand the fundamentals of blockchain technologies, algorithmic trading and Liquidity provision is crucial
- BSc/MSc in Business/Economics/Finance or any related degree
Join our
dynamic team and benefit from:
- Working at one of the most innovative trading firms globally.
- Engaging projects offering accelerated responsibilities and ownership compared to traditional finance environments.
- A vibrant working culture with frequent team meals, holiday celebrations, gaming events, and company-wide outings, including our annual Wintermute weekend getaway.
- A Wintermute-inspired office in central London, featuring an array of amenities such as table tennis and foosball, personalized desk configurations, a cozy team breakout area with games and free food.
- Great company culture: informal, non-hierarchical, ambitious, highly professional with a startup vibe, collaborative and entrepreneurial.
- A performance-based compensation with a significant earning potential alongside standard perks like pension and private Health insurance.
Note:
- Although we are unable to accept fully remote candidates, we support significant flexibility in regards to working from home and working hours.
- We offer UK work permits and help with relocation
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