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Executive Director - Head of Business Development

  • Switzerland
  • Sales & Business Development
  • $ negotiable $

DeFi Recruitment has partnered with a leading, US based, SEC registered crypto wealth management firm with > 1bn AUM that is expanding internationally. The firm in question has recently acquired a FinMa registered crypto wealth manager to assist with scaling European operations.  

The business is looking to hire a highly motivated individual with a track record of excellence for the role of Head of Business Development. The role spans strategic planning, go-to-market, sales, and AUM build-up for this international business.

This is a unique opportunity to join a leading crypto wealth management group that is the manager of choice for some of the worlds best known crypto entrepreneurs and HNWI’s.

Responsibilities:
  • Work alongside the Founder, Chairman, and the senior management team to provide insight and analysis on the digital assets industry.
  • Build and scale a sales, business development, and relationship management team to ensure the firm has full market coverage and existing clients are serviced to the highest level. 
  • Assist with the development communication materials including presentations, one-pagers, regular investor updates, etc.
  • Handle day-to-day inquiries from potential clients,, understanding and anticipating their enquiries, and ensuring that the information provided follows the Company’s messaging as well as applicable rules and regulations.
  • Manage client events, calls & meetings, and relevant client/prospect interactions.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across firm-wide functions including investment, legal, and operations on a broad range of client-related efforts.
Requirements:
  • A minimum of 8 years in a business development, sales, or relationship management role in the asset management field.
  • In-depth knowledge and exposure (both professional and personal) to digital assets including; DeFi, CeFi, Staking, and Stablecoins with a strong track record in the space. 
  • Contacts with crypto native entrepreneurs, UHNW and institutions that are active investors in the digital asset field.
  • Self-starter mindset, flexibility, enthusiasm to learn and operate in an early stage business environment, with changing tasks and priorities.
  • Previous experience building and managing high performance sales / business development / relationship management teams.
  • Ideal candidates will have experience working in a disruptive, high-growth business. 
  • Diligent, organised, and able to manage multiple work streams simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
  • BA/BS degree, MBA preferred but not required.
What’s on offer:
  • An enthusiastic, engaging and truly international working environment.
  • Competitive remuneration package 
  • Visibility on, and possibility of shaping, the company strategy.
  • Fantastic opportunities for progression given the company’s growth trajectory.

Apply for this role.

  • Hugo Lennard

    Hugo Lennard

    Founder

    Connect with Hugo on Linkedin

    Hugo is passionate about providing an honest, transparent, and consultative service. He has a proven track record at director level at one of the UK’s leading recruitment organisations prior to Co-Founding DeFi Recruitment.

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    Executive Assistant

    • Switzerland
    • Strategy & Operations
    • $ negotiable $

    DeFi Recruitment has partnered with a leading, US based, SEC registered crypto wealth management firm with > 1bn AUM that is expanding internationally. The firm in question has recently acquired a FinMa registered crypto wealth manager to assist with scaling European operations.  

    The business is looking to hire a highly motivated individual with a track record of excellence for the role of Executive Assistant to contribute to the day-to-day running of the firm.  The role will provide general support to the senior management team and Chairman along with other administrative tasks as required.

    This is a unique opportunity to join a leading crypto wealth management group that is the manager of choice for some of the worlds best known crypto entrepreneurs and HNWI’s.

    Responsibilities:
    • Be the first point of contact for enquiries and proactively managing routine matters on your own initiative.
    • Screen, monitor and prioritise emails, telephone calls and other correspondence.
    • Be the point of contact for enquiries for the senior management through various channels, ensuring that all are responded to in a timely manner.
    • Organisation of calendar and appointments.
    • Organise national and international travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, and VISA’s where required.
    • Collate key performance indicators from other team members.
    • Support the preparation of formal presentations
    • Support the wider team in accordance with business objectives and advise of any issues arising.
    • Support the development of various projects including healthcare, property and charitable causes.
    Requirements:
    • You must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience of providing PA/EA support to senior management.
    • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal in English.
    • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to effectively multi-task in a calm and focused way under pressure, adopting a flexible approach.
    • Ability to consistently produce highly accurate work, in a very busy environment, with the minimum of supervision and a high-level of attention to detail.
    • Ability to work in a self-managed way as well as working well within a team.
    • Ability to learn new tasks quickly and be able to adapt immediately to business requirements.
    • Ideal candidates will have an understanding of digital assets or asset management.
    What’s on offer:
    • An enthusiastic, engaging and truly international working environment.
    • Competitive remuneration package 
    • Visibility on, and possibility of shaping, the company strategy.
    • Fantastic opportunities for progression given the company’s growth trajectory.

    Apply for this role.

    • Hugo Lennard

      Hugo Lennard

      Founder

      Connect with Hugo on Linkedin

      Hugo is passionate about providing an honest, transparent, and consultative service. He has a proven track record at director level at one of the UK’s leading recruitment organisations prior to Co-Founding DeFi Recruitment.

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      Operations Manager

      • Switzerland
      • Strategy & Operations
      • $ negotiable $

      DeFi Recruitment has partnered with a leading, US based, SEC registered crypto wealth management firm with > 1bn AUM that is expanding internationally. The firm in question has recently acquired a FinMa registered crypto wealth manager to assist with scaling European operations.  

      The business is looking to hire a highly motivated individual with a track record of excellence for the role of Operations Manager to assist with the day-to-day running of the firm.  The role spans sales and marketing support, OTC trade execution, product structuring, fund administration, account management, and general project management tasks. 

      This is a unique opportunity to join a leading crypto wealth management group that is the manager of choice for some of the worlds best known crypto entrepreneurs and HNWI’s.

      Responsibilities:
      • Work with the senior management and Chairman to develop and implement policies and procedures focused on developing an efficient working environment.
      • Assist with product structuring, opening and closing accounts, creating fund structures, and issuing investment certificates.
      • Work alongside the business development team to assist clients with any queries they may have.
      • Assist the sales and marketing team by creating one-pagers and presentations.
      • Assist Portfolio Managers and Traders with trade execution along with following positions.
      • Coordinate internal and external resources, and manage relationships with vendors.
      • Maintain the trading and custody suite by updating networks, wallet addresses, etc.
      Requirements:
      • A minimum of 5 years professional working experience, ideally within the asset management / crypto / FinTech ecosystem. 
      • Experience in a back-office position with exposure to product structuring, account management, fund structures, investment certificates, and coupons.
      • In-depth knowledge and exposure to digital assets including; DeFi, CeFi, Staking, Stablecoins, Custody Solutions, and Trading Platforms. 
      • Self-starter mindset, flexibility, enthusiasm to learn and operate in an early stage business environment, with changing tasks and priorities.
      • Diligent, organised, and able to manage multiple work streams simultaneously.
      • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
      • BA/BS degree.
      What’s on offer:
      • An enthusiastic, engaging and truly international working environment.
      • Competitive remuneration package 
      • Visibility on, and possibility of shaping, the company strategy.
      • Fantastic opportunities for progression given the company’s growth trajectory.

      Apply for this role.

      • Hugo Lennard

        Hugo Lennard

        Founder

        Connect with Hugo on Linkedin

        Hugo is passionate about providing an honest, transparent, and consultative service. He has a proven track record at director level at one of the UK’s leading recruitment organisations prior to Co-Founding DeFi Recruitment.