About the company
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.
Job Summary
Responsibilities - You will need to be flexible and adaptable. Some examples of your role:
šSourcing: proactively identifying new investment opportunities with crypto infrastructure (Defi, Cefi etc.) and qualifying inbound leads for the firm by meeting with entrepreneurs. šAnalysis: Conduct analysis on market and investment trends in the blockchain industry, inclusive of market research, data collection and feasibility studies on potential blockchain investments; šDue Diligence: Performing due diligence on investment prospects to drive investment decisions including market research, product reviews, competitive analysis, metrics analysis, customer/user reviews and technical diligence. šPortfolio Work: Communicating with the Wintermute portfolio founders to provide support šEcosystem Building: being an active contributor to the blockchain/cryptocurrencies community by organizing activities, participating in local events and looking for ways to help grow the Wintermute Ventures franchisee. šAdmin: Assist with admin projects such as liaising and coordinating with internal / external parties including auditors, custody providers, cap table management software and general administrative support as needed across the venture business
Hard Skills Requirements
šExperience interacting with DeFi protocols and a native understanding of blockchain technology with experience reviewing white papers or crypto projects. šBachelor degree in Business, Science Finance, Commerce, Economics or related field, or equivalent practical experience šAn understanding of venture capital and crypto deal terms šA minimum of 3 years of professional experience in consulting, investing or high growth tech with financial modelling capability šThe ability to think analytically and strategically about investment decisions and ongoing work with existing portfolio companies. šThe ability to work well within a team and be self-guided on a day-to-day basis šStrong written and analytical skills for deal analysis and internal reporting. šStrong relationship building skills and enjoy networking with project founders and broader community šA demonstrated history of being proactive.
