VP, Token Investments
Company: D Kent Consulting Group Llc
Location: Stamford
Posted on: November 13, 2024
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 system through 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:
- 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.
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