February Fresh Job Recruitment At Black Pen Global
Apply for February Fresh Job Recruitment At Black Pen Global
Black Pen Recruitment – Our client, an exciting global cryptocurrency platform and OTC brokerage is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Desk (Fintech / Cryptocurrency)
Location: Nigeria
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Job Description
Are you an entrepreneurially minded individual that has a keen interest in crypto assets, fintech and startups?
Then we have the perfect opportunity for you!
We are seeking to employ a Head of Desk – Africa to join their rapidly growing team in Nigeria. You will head up the African based trading/dealing desk.
The ideal individual will be someone with a network in the African crypto-asset ecosystem who can build relationships and partnerships with multiple trading counterparties as we execute on our African roadmap.
If this sounds like the perfect job opportunity, then apply today!
Responsibilities
Overseeing all aspects of the day-to-day management of the African trading desk and implementing/managing the entire trading workflow.
Provide timely and accurate execution of trades (FX & crypto) for the company’s corporate clients.
Working closely with the Global Head of Trading to source and manage trading counterparty relationships in Africa.
Taking responsibility for the African desks net trading revenue.
Developing and implementing new risk management frameworks, processes, and best practices.
Overseeing and reporting on trading activities (volumes & margins) for the African region.
Identifying opportunities to streamline business processes and systems.
Working with several key stakeholders in the business on new/existing projects.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, and/or related field.
Fluent in English with strong analytical ability.
CFA would be an advantage.
4-7 years’ experience working for a regulated financial institution (bank or broker-dealer), fintech or crypto-asset business.
Cryptoasset trading experience (personally or professionally) will be advantageous.
Key Skills:
Analytical & numerical skills.
Able to multitask while quickly processing and reacting to new information.
Ability to think conceptually while effectively executing day to day trading responsibilities.
Strong communication and networking skills.
Building relationships and partnerships.
Personal Characteristics:
A high level of integrity and a sound work ethic. Ambitious and keen to work hard with high energy levels.
Independent and open-minded.
Attention to detail with the aptitude and interest to quickly understand the details and be prepared to ‘roll-up sleeves’ when necessary. Must be a team player.
Ability to think conceptually while effectively executing day to day trading responsibilities.
Must be numerate and analytical.
Must be “hungry” to assume the opportunity and excited to “step up” into the role.
Work Condition
Working Hours: Crypto is a 24/7 market and will require non-traditional working hours (outside of normal 8:00-17:00) and the occasional weekend shift.
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