VP, Token Investments - D Kent Consulting Group Llc : Job Details
VP, Token Investments
D Kent Consulting Group LlcJob Location : Stamford,CT, USA
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2024-11-26T23:51:27Z
Job Description :
What You'll Be A Part Of: Founded in 2015 by CEO Barry Silbert, Digital Currency Group is the most active investor in the blockchain sector with a mission to accelerate the development of a better financial systemthrough the proliferation of digital assets and blockchain technology. Today, DCG sits at the epicenter of the industry, backing more than 200 blockchain-related companies in over 35 countries. DCG also invests directly in digital currencies and other digital assets. We passionately believe digital currency and blockchain technology will drive global economic and social change. Our unique model enables us to deploy our resources to build over the long term. What is the Role: We areseekingan experienced and dynamic VP, TokenInvestmentsto lead token investing,portfolio managementandtrading.The ideal candidate will have a robust background in crypto investments, exceptional management skills, and a proventrack recordin trading and portfolio management.This role will report to the Chief Strategy Officerand play a pivotal role in the DCG Investment Committee. What You'll Be Responsible For: Token Investment Strategy:
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- Develop and implement the firm's token investment strategy, including identifying high-potential investment opportunities.
- Evaluate market trends and emerging technologies to guide investment decisions and optimize portfolio performance. Portfolio Management:
- Oversee the management of the firm's token portfolio, ensuring alignment with investment goals and risk tolerance.
- Conduct thorough due diligence on potential public and private token investments and manage the lifecycle of investments from acquisition to exit.
- Managing, growing, and maintaining a deep network of relationships with developers, investors, and other industry players to stay at the cutting edge of next-generation projects and ideas
- Identifying and deeply evaluating key valuation drivers, thematic views, industry trends, and idiosyncratic considerations with respect to early-stage crypto networks and businesses Trading and Operations:
- Lead trading strategies team and execution, ensuring optimal liquidity and positioning in the market.
- Oversee investment operations, including transaction execution, settlement, and reconciliation processes. Team Leadership and Development:
- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of investment professionals, traders, and operational staff.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture to drive performance and achieve strategic objectives. Stakeholder Engagement:
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders, portfolio company founders and leaders, regulatory bodies, and other investment entities.
- Represent the firm at industry events and conferences. Risk Management:
- Develop and implement risk management frameworks to mitigate potential risks associated with token investments.
- Monitor and manage portfolio risk, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. What You'll Bring:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in investment management and finance
- Minimum 5 years incryptocurrency with a focus on token investments and crypto assets
- Minimum 5 years of trading experience, with a deep understanding of market analysis and investment strategies
- *Note: overlapping experience is sufficient as long as there has been exposure to each of these verticals Crypto Expertise:
- In-depth, holistic knowledge of the cryptocurrency ecosystem, including blockchain technology, tokenomics, and market dynamics. Investing/Trading Proficiency:
- Extensive experience in trading and managing crypto assets, with a deep understanding of market analysis and investment strategies. Management Skills:
- Proven track record in managing investment teams and operations, with exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Sets a positive example for others by following high ethical standards
- Comfort working in a start-up environment and excited to engage in strategic thinking for new initiatives. You're also eager to participate in other projects/tasks outside of your specific purview for the greater good of the organization. Personal Attributes:
- Proven collaborator and communicator; you know how to listen and work well with others across disciplines
- Thrives working in complex environments with many internal and external stakeholders and are comfortable navigating ambiguity
- Analytical, highly logical, and structured thinking capabilities
- Strong work ethic and ability to evaluate multiple transactions in parallel
- Forward-thinking and look beyond immediate tasks to consider long-term, strategic impact; always considering what comes next
- Easily adjusts to new situations, pivot when priorities change and make accommodations as needed to be effective in your role and deliver on goals
- Intellectually curious and seeks knowledge on a consistent basis Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; advanced degrees or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA) are a plus. What We Offer:
- Inspiring colleagues and an invigorating start-up environment
- Competitive base salary, bonus and incentive compensation
- Company paid health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
- Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability coverage
- 401K plan with match
- Pre-tax transit and parking program and flexible spending programs for medical and dependent care
- Unlimited PTO / Flexible time off
- Paid parental leave
- New water-front office with world-class perks and amenities We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr
- Paid parental leave
- Unlimited PTO / Flexible time off
- Pre-tax transit and parking program and flexible spending programs for medical and dependent care
- 401K plan with match
- Life insurance, short-term & long-term disability coverage
- Company paid health insurance for employee, partner and dependents
- Competitive base salary, bonus and incentive compensation
- Inspiring colleagues and an invigorating start-up environment
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; advanced degrees or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA) are a plus. What We Offer:
- Intellectually curious and seeks knowledge on a consistent basis Education:
- Easily adjusts to new situations, pivot when priorities change and make accommodations as needed to be effective in your role and deliver on goals
- Forward-thinking and look beyond immediate tasks to consider long-term, strategic impact; always considering what comes next
- Strong work ethic and ability to evaluate multiple transactions in parallel
- Analytical, highly logical, and structured thinking capabilities
- Thrives working in complex environments with many internal and external stakeholders and are comfortable navigating ambiguity
- Proven collaborator and communicator; you know how to listen and work well with others across disciplines
- Comfort working in a start-up environment and excited to engage in strategic thinking for new initiatives. You're also eager to participate in other projects/tasks outside of your specific purview for the greater good of the organization. Personal Attributes:
- Sets a positive example for others by following high ethical standards
- Proven track record in managing investment teams and operations, with exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Extensive experience in trading and managing crypto assets, with a deep understanding of market analysis and investment strategies. Management Skills:
- In-depth, holistic knowledge of the cryptocurrency ecosystem, including blockchain technology, tokenomics, and market dynamics. Investing/Trading Proficiency:
- *Note: overlapping experience is sufficient as long as there has been exposure to each of these verticals Crypto Expertise:
- Minimum 5 years of trading experience, with a deep understanding of market analysis and investment strategies
- Minimum 5 years incryptocurrency with a focus on token investments and crypto assets
- Minimum 5 years of experience in investment management and finance
- Monitor and manage portfolio risk, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations. What You'll Bring:
- Develop and implement risk management frameworks to mitigate potential risks associated with token investments.
- Represent the firm at industry events and conferences. Risk Management:
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with key industry stakeholders, portfolio company founders and leaders, regulatory bodies, and other investment entities.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture to drive performance and achieve strategic objectives. Stakeholder Engagement:
- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of investment professionals, traders, and operational staff.
- Oversee investment operations, including transaction execution, settlement, and reconciliation processes. Team Leadership and Development:
- Lead trading strategies team and execution, ensuring optimal liquidity and positioning in the market.
- Identifying and deeply evaluating key valuation drivers, thematic views, industry trends, and idiosyncratic considerations with respect to early-stage crypto networks and businesses Trading and Operations:
- Managing, growing, and maintaining a deep network of relationships with developers, investors, and other industry players to stay at the cutting edge of next-generation projects and ideas
- Conduct thorough due diligence on potential public and private token investments and manage the lifecycle of investments from acquisition to exit.
- Oversee the management of the firm's token portfolio, ensuring alignment with investment goals and risk tolerance.
- Evaluate market trends and emerging technologies to guide investment decisions and optimize portfolio performance. Portfolio Management:
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