Business Development Associate

Status
Full time
Remote
Compensation is not specified
Role
Business Development
Description

Polymer Labs is on a mission to establish a foundation for the new internet that is neutral, open, and permissionless. Playing a leading role in Ethereum's Interoperability Hub, we are developing products to enhance security, user experience, and functionality for widespread adoption of the decentralized web. Our skilled team, blending talents from web2 and web3, is dedicated to tackling the intricate challenges in web3's interoperability infrastructure.

As a Business Development Associate with Polymer Labs, you will take charge of building the ecosystem by engaging with the community and forming partnerships. You will cultivate collaborations to expand Polymer's cross-chain communication to prominent blockchain projects and decentralized applications, fostering a seamlessly interconnected blockchain ecosystem akin to the internet.

Your core responsibilities include initiating and nurturing partnerships with key industry players, effectively conveying technical information to potential partners, tailoring solutions for non-IBC-enabled chains, maintaining client relationships, negotiating contracts with partner projects, and representing Polymer Labs at industry events.

Preferred web3 experience

Responsibilities

  • Actively develop partnerships with industry players and stakeholders
  • Work closely with technical teams to communicate business's technical aspects
  • Tailor solutions for non-IBC-enabled chains
  • Maintain client relationships and explore growth opportunities
  • Lead contract negotiations with partner projects
  • Represent Polymer Labs at industry events

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science, or related field
  • 3+ years experience in business development in blockchain, crypto, or fintech industry
  • Strong understanding of blockchain technology and related concepts
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Experience in establishing partnerships and achieving business targets
  • Ability to adapt in a startup environment and take ownership of responsibilities
  • Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Passion for blockchain technology and industry potential
  • Existing network in blockchain and cryptocurrency industry is a plus

Benefits

  • Competitive salary, token grants, incentive compensation
  • Medical, dental, and vision group plans
  • Untracked PTO
  • Team-building and offsite activities
  • Opportunity to contribute to industry-disrupting infrastructure

Polymer Labs is committed to equal employment opportunities and workplace diversity.

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