Head Of Capital Markets

Summary

Join 1kx, a global crypto investment firm, as the Head of Crypto Capital Markets. This pivotal role involves orchestrating and executing token launch activities for the firm and supporting its portfolio companies. You will develop and deliver comprehensive market entry strategies, negotiating with market makers, forging exchange partnerships, and coordinating with various market participants. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional relationship-building skills, a strong network in crypto capital markets, and a proven ability to deliver successful token launches. This is a fully remote position working closely with the General Partners and Investment Team. The role requires a self-starter mentality, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in risk management. 1kx offers opportunities to learn about venture capital and crypto, work with a dynamic global team, and enjoy a non-political, merit-based work culture.

Requirements

• The role fundamentally revolves around connecting projects with key market participants, requiring exceptional relationship-building skills and an extensive network
• Self-starter mentality with a proven ability to take initiative and operate with little oversight
• Empathetic and ready to roll up your sleeves and work with entrepreneurs on all things requested
• Strong negotiation skills are critical for securing favorable terms with market makers, exchanges, and other service providers
• Given the volatile nature of crypto markets, proficiency in risk management and the ability to conduct thorough due diligence on potential partners is crucial
• Exceptional communication abilities are vital for articulating complex investment narratives, organizing roadshows, and presenting projects to institutional audiences
• The crypto space evolves rapidly, requiring someone adaptable and resilient, with their finger constantly on the pulse of market trends, regulatory changes, and emerging opportunities

Responsibilities

• Market Maker Relations: Guide projects through the market maker landscape and help negotiate liquidity provision agreements to ensure healthy trading dynamics
• Exchange Partnerships: Facilitate introductions to top-tier exchanges and guide negotiations for optimal listing terms and timing
• Service Provider Ecosystem: Connect projects with essential token launch partners, including marketing and communications expertise, institutional custodians, capital underwriters, and compliance specialists
• Roadshow Orchestration: Organize and execute comprehensive investor roadshows, connecting projects with institutional investors, VCs, and strategic partners
• Post-Launch Strategy: Guide projects through critical price discovery phases, monitoring market dynamics, and coordinating support initiatives
• Strategic Advisory: Provide ongoing guidance on tokenomics optimization, market timing, and capital structure decisions

Benefits

• An opportunity to learn about the venture capital and crypto industries, gaining unique insights and access to the best network in crypto and web3
• A chance to work within a dynamic and global team of experts
• Independent work that favors self-starters
• Non-political, merit-based work culture
• Twice-yearly offsites uniting the entire team