Director, Institutional Sales
The institutional sales team role offers the opportunity to build and manage institutional and high-net-worth client relationships. You will be involved in the entire process, from onboarding clients to their first crypto instrument to developing unique crypto products tailored to individual client needs. Operating within the operations team provides a diverse experience collaborating with sales traders, account managers, and sales managers to support the growth of our infrastructure.
About the Role
The role of leading institutional sales will focus on driving institutional growth for the organization within the United States. This position requires the identification and leveraging of opportunities in the evolving landscape where traditional finance merges with decentralized technology. The role emphasizes customization and collaboration with global product teams to introduce innovative solutions such as credit, custody, and trading instruments within the crypto space.
Responsibilities
- Lead the process of generating and converting leads, targeting institutional prospects like proprietary trading funds, hedge funds, and asset managers.
- Conduct consultative selling by understanding client requirements and promoting a range of institutional solutions offered by the company.
- Drive product innovation by recognizing market gaps and partnering with internal teams to launch new institutional-grade products.
- Act as a market representative by attending industry conferences and events to enhance brand visibility and expand the institutional presence of the organization.
- Manage the complete sales cycle, from initial outreach and research to closing complex partnership agreements.
- Focus on client retention and feedback collection to enhance product development continually.
- Stay abreast of market trends and competitor activities to maintain a competitive value proposition.
Requirements
- Possess a senior-level experience of 7+ years in Institutional Sales or Business Development in a high-growth financial sector.
- Demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of expertise in the crypto or digital asset space, specifically in outbound sales for exchanges or custodians.
- Have a well-established network within the industry across various entities like hedge funds, banks, and asset managers.
- Proven track record in initiating, managing, and monetizing institutional relationships with tangible revenue and volume growth outcomes.
- Showcase in-depth knowledge of institutional-grade products, including OTC flows, API trading, and custodial solutions.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to C-suite executives.
- Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset, adaptability to evolving regulations, and focus on revenue, volume, and onboarding metrics.
Company Culture
- Offers a proactive and transformational work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration.
- Supports employee growth by facilitating skill development and personal/professional advancement.
- Fosters a culture of teamwork, wherein colleagues support and assist each other to achieve common goals.
- Commits to the vision of mainstream cryptocurrency adoption and emphasizes inclusivity and diversity in the workplace.
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for employees and their dependents
- Generous annual leave allowance including special occasions like birthdays and work anniversaries
- Flexible work arrangements with options for remote or hybrid setups
- Internal mobility programs for career development opportunities
- Additional work perks such as a company credit card
About the Company
Originating in 2016, the company is a rapidly expanding global cryptocurrency platform serving millions of customers. Their mission is to promote widespread cryptocurrency adoption, focusing on security, privacy, and compliance as core values. Committed to fostering innovation and empowering various professionals in cryptocurrency development.
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