Trading Operations Team Lead
Role in brief
Anchorage Digital, a crypto platform for institutional digital asset participation, is seeking a Trading Operations Team Lead. This role involves building and managing a global team, overseeing digital asset settlements, and implementing risk mitigation strategies. This position is suitable for experienced professionals with a strong background in post-trade operations and blockchain technology.
About the role
This role focuses on leading a global team responsible for the operational aspects of digital asset trading. The team lead will ensure that all trading operations run smoothly, including timely settlements and accurate reconciliation of digital asset instruments. A key part of the work involves developing and refining processes for post-trade activities to maintain efficiency and accuracy.
The position requires implementing strategies to mitigate risks associated with digital asset trading. This involves a deep understanding of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies to identify potential issues and establish safeguards. Collaboration with both trading and client operations teams is essential to support client interactions effectively and ensure a cohesive operational workflow.
Success in this role means building a high-performing team capable of managing complex tasks within the fast-paced crypto environment. It also involves consistently ensuring that institutional clients experience seamless post-trade processing, backed by robust risk management. The team lead will contribute to Anchorage Digital's mission of enabling institutional participation in digital assets.
The competitive salary for this full-time role ranges from $90,000 to $150,000 USD.
Skills that matter here
- blockchain: A deep understanding of blockchain technology is essential for managing digital asset operations and identifying risks.
- cryptocurrencies: Knowledge of cryptocurrencies is necessary to handle settlements, reconciliation, and risk management for digital assets.
- risk management: This role involves implementing strategies to mitigate risks within trading operations.
- financial operations: Experience in financial operations, specifically post-trade activities, is crucial for managing settlements and processing.
Who this role suits
- A person with a minimum of seven years experience in post-trade activities for institutional clients.
- Someone who possesses strong technical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- An individual who has a proven track record of leading teams and managing complex operational tasks.
- A professional with a comprehensive understanding of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
From the employer
- Build and manage a global team of trading operations professionals.
- Ensure timely settlements and reconciliation of digital asset instruments.
- Implement risk mitigation strategies.
- Support client interactions and collaborate with trading and client operations teams.
- Develop and refine processes for managing post-trade processing.
- 7+ years experience in post-trade activities for institutional clients.
- Deep understanding of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology.
- Strong technical skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience in leading teams and managing complex tasks.
- Competitive salary ranging from $90K to $150K.
- Remote work opportunity.
- Opportunity to work with a leading crypto platform backed by top investors.
Questions about this role
What is the remote work policy for this position?
This is a remote work opportunity.
What level of seniority is expected for this role?
This is a lead-level position, requiring experience in managing teams.
What skills are important for this role?
Important skills include blockchain, cryptocurrencies, risk management, and financial operations, particularly in post-trade activities.