Growth Associate - Assets Chains

Key Responsibilities

• Pipeline Management: Source and qualify new asset listings for the protocol's current and future iterations across all active and target networks.
• Expansion Strategy: Identify and qualify new chain deployment opportunities by evaluating ecosystem fit, Total Value Locked (TVL) potential, foundation support, and competitive dynamics.
• Commercial Negotiations: Lead negotiations with asset issuers and chain foundations regarding listing coordination, deployment, and incentive packages, including grants, token incentives, and co-marketing agreements.
• Relationship Management: Manage the business development lifecycle from initial contact through to signed agreements and handoff for execution.
• Ecosystem Representation: Represent the client’s growth interests at industry events, summits, and in bilateral conversations with key counterparties.

Requirements

• Proven Experience: A strong track record in business development or partnerships within the DeFi sector, preferably with experience on both the protocol and foundation/issuer sides.
• Network: An established professional network among chain foundations, asset issuers, and ecosystem funds.
• Technical Literacy: A solid understanding of DeFi lending mechanics, token incentive structures, and on-chain governance processes.
• Commercial Acumen: The ability to independently build and present clear, sophisticated commercial proposals.
• Operational Style: Comfort operating in an asynchronous, on-chain-native environment.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary: Complemented by a performance-based cash bonus linked to company revenue and seniority.
• Token Incentives: A four-year token grant with a back-weighted vesting schedule.
• Inclusive Culture: A collaborative and welcoming environment that values diversity and encourages individual identity.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to work at the forefront of blockchain innovation with a global team of talented professionals.