OTC Trader

About the Role

Join our market-leading OTC desk as a Trader, where you'll manage the full lifecycle of cryptocurrency and FX trades and contribute to shaping the future of crypto with a leading global brand.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of cryptocurrency and FX trades.
• Handle OTC trading flow for both new and existing counterparties.
• Document OTC trades, execute orders, hedge risk, and reconcile positions and P&L.
• Settle fiat and crypto positions and perform essential ad-hoc tasks.
• Rebalance crypto and FX exposure across various trading venues.
• Engage with clients and connect them to the OTC desk.
• Identify and capture trading opportunities; execute trades within defined parameters.
• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, accounting, settlement) to ensure accurate settlement of transactions.
• Work with Kraken traders and cryptocurrency researchers to enhance market knowledge and expertise.

Requirements

• 1-5 years of experience in OTC or electronic trading within the financial services and/or crypto space, with strong product knowledge.
• A passion for the crypto world, familiar with the latest trends and exciting coins, with a strong learning attitude toward new industry developments.
• Experience in trade execution and a strong understanding of electronic trading systems, covering front-to-back processes.
• A collaborative and learning mindset, eager to learn from peers and thrive in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with institutional clients.
• Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field.