Grayscale is seeking a Spot Trader, Digital Assets to support the trading desk across a broad range of instruments and investment vehicles, mainly spot crypto, but will also have exposure to derivatives. Successful candidates will have experience in trading operations and/or as a trading assistant with a strong risk management mindset.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience trading or settling spot trades at leading financial institutions, including exchanges, order-routing systems, and OTC desks.
- Proven experience trading cryptocurrency and/or managing corporate or treasury risk exposure (strongly preferred).
- Proficiency in Excel, Bloomberg, and analytical tools; working knowledge of Python/SQL a plus.
- Familiarity with ISDA agreements.
- Exceptional quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to manage trading strategy, risk, and external relationships.
Responsibilities
- Execute cryptocurrency trades accurately and consistently from inception through settlement to support the operations of Grayscale’s Products.
- Monitor digital asset price risk and monetize Grayscale’s fees and related strategies using spot sales, forwards, and options.
- Manage trading systems, oversee execution flows, and engage with trading partners and counterparties.
- Enhance trading infrastructure by collaborating with portfolio management, operations, and engineering teams, with emphasis on automation and efficiency.
- Conduct pre- and post-trade analysis to refine strategies and improve execution performance.
- Stay current on cryptocurrency market developments to contribute to the evolution of the trading function.
Other
- Inform risk and treasury management decisions through clear, timely communication with team members.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a top-tier university.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to simplify complex issues.
- Capacity to prioritize and execute in a fast-paced environment.
- High professional discretion, integrity, and judgment.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and collaborative team orientation.
- FINRA Series 7 license.
