OTC Sales Trader

** About Wintermute**

Wintermute is a prominent crypto native algorithmic trading company specializing in digital assets. Our services include providing liquidity across various cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms, offering OTC trading solutions, and supporting blockchain projects and financial institutions entering the crypto space. Additionally, Wintermute Ventures invests in early-stage DeFi projects.

Established in 2017, Wintermute strategically navigates industry cycles by blending the technological standards of high-frequency trading firms with the innovative culture of tech startups. We hold a strong belief in the innovative potential of blockchain technology, maintain a long-term view of the digital asset market, and strive to lead in creating an innovative and compliant trading environment.

Joining Wintermute

We seek individuals with a robust background in OTC trading and a successful track record in sales trading. As a Sales Trader, you will be instrumental in expanding Wintermute's OTC trading business by executing trades and fostering relationships with trading counterparties. We are a leading OTC desk in the crypto markets with a comprehensive product range, serving over 2,000 global counterparties across various OTC products.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of OTC trading activities during London hours, from quoting trades to managing relationships with counterparties
• Collaborate with senior traders to estimate and quote larger trades
• Assess and mitigate trading risks through effective risk management strategies
• Work with the business development team to craft and contribute to the OTC sales strategy
• Utilize internal market resources to deliver additional value to counterparties and generate market insights

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or related field
• Prior experience as a sales trader in a high-performance environment
• Crypto experience is advantageous but not mandatory
• Strong knowledge of OTC spot trading
• Familiarity with derivatives products
• Interest in blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and DeFi

What We Offer

• Comprehensive training program with mentorship from experienced traders
• Clear career progression opportunities within our trading team
• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
• Exposure to cutting-edge cryptocurrency markets and technology
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment with ample learning prospects

Note

• We support significant flexibility in terms of working from home and working hours through a hybrid working model.