About the company
Kraken, the trusted and secure digital asset exchange, is on a mission to accelerate the adoption of cryptocurrency so that you and the rest of the world can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. Our 2,350+ Krakenites are a world-class team ranging from the crypto-curious to industry experts, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology. As a fully remote company, we already have Krakenites in 70+ countries (speaking 50+ languages). We're one of the most diverse organizations on the planet and this remains key to our values. We continue to lead the industry with new product advancements like Kraken NFT, on- and off-chain staking and instant bitcoin transfers via the Lightning Network.
Job Summary
The opportunity
šDevelop and execute business development strategies to expand Krakenās Asset Listings business. šManage external business partners to drive partnerships and new product development, including Market Makers, VCs, early-stage investors, accelerators, foundations, and project teams. šCollaborate with the team to source new inbound opportunities and identify prospective partners through outbound activities, leveraging your network, industry events, and other outreach strategies. šEvaluate partnership opportunities using both bottom-up and top-down approaches, applying critical thinking and creativity to develop unique solutions. šPrioritize and manage the business development pipeline, focusing on high-impact opportunities while ensuring accountability and consistent progress. šWork closely with the marketing team to design and execute a local market campaign to raise awareness and drive sales. šStay informed on industry trends, emerging projects, and all things crypto-related, and propose innovative ways to refine and enhance our strategy.
Skills you should HODL
šYou have 5+ years of experience in a business development role, with a proven track record of generating new business regardless of market conditions, including at least 2 years of experience within the crypto industry. šExperience in the asset listing process within a digital asset exchange is a plus. šWith a commercial mindset, you excel at driving business growth and producing results autonomously with minimal oversight. šAs a complete degen, you have a deep knowledge and comprehension of cryptocurrency ecosystems, including their players, frameworks, and market dynamics beyond blue-chip tokens.
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