Wintermute Trading20mo ago

Business Development & Partnerships Manager

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About Wintermute Wintermute is one of the largest algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across all major cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions as well as support high profile blockchain projects and…

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Wintermute is one of the largest algorithmic trading companies in digital assets. We provide liquidity algorithmically across all major cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions as well as support high profile blockchain projects and traditional financial institutions moving into crypto. Wintermute is not just a trading company, it is one the most prominent and influential players in the digital asset markets: we are connected and partnering with all major players in the industry, we actively participate in the development of the blockchain ecosystem through investments, partnerships, and incubation of projects. You can read more here.

Wintermute is a global company with offices in London and Singapore. It opened its US office in early 2025 and it is set to grow significantly over the next several years. It’s a unique opportunity to play a role in the early rapid expansion of Wintermute Americas.

We are looking for a Business Development & Partnerships Manager in New York to support and continue our ambitious expansion in the region. We are looking for someone who knows the US 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.

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.

Experience in both traditional financial and digital assets services from high performing teams.

Experience with spot and derivatives OTC products, especially options is required.

Experience in business development, partnerships or any counterparty-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.

Opportunity to work at the world's leading algorithmic trading firm in digital assets.

Engaging projects offering accelerated responsibilities and ownership growth compared to traditional finance environments.

A vibrant working culture with team events, celebrations and company wide team building events.

A cool office in the heart of New York City which often hosts some of the leading industry events

Great company culture: informal, non-hierarchical, ambitious, highly professional yet with a startup vibe, collaborative and entrepreneurial.

A performance-based compensation with a significant earning upside alongside standard perks like private medical insurance.