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Corporate Strategy - Digital Assets

Optiver
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Corporate Strategy
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 3-5 years' experience in corporate strategy, corporate development, business development, or a related commercial role in financial markets
  • Working knowledge of both traditional markets and digital assets
  • Proven ability to assess opportunities through rigorous, data-driven analysis
  • Experience structuring and negotiating complex commercial partnerships
  • A track record of building something early or carrying a strategic recommendation through implementation
  • High integrity and sound judgment in sensitive stakeholder and regulatory contexts
Nice to have
  • Experience at a market maker, proprietary trading firm, exchange, or the digital assets arm of a bank or broker
  • An established network across traditional finance and/or the crypto ecosystem
  • Enough quantitative or technical literacy to hold your own with traders and engineers
What the job really is

The role involves leading strategy and commercial development for Optiver's Digital Assets business, focusing on crypto derivatives. You will monitor market developments, identify growth opportunities, and build partnerships while collaborating with various teams and external stakeholders. The position requires a commercially minded strategist who can navigate ambiguity and take ownership in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits
  • Performance-based bonus structure
  • 27 paid vacation days plus all UK public holidays
  • Daily breakfast and lunch
  • Support on commuting expenses
  • Private medical insurance
  • Pension scheme
Things to weigh
  • Role involves navigating a rapidly evolving market with potential ambiguity
  • Focus on digital assets may require adaptation to new technologies and regulations
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