Position Summary
The Digital Assets Operations Associate is responsible for administering the process of reviewing, signing and validating digital asset transactions. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest and understanding of crypto, with experience in technical operations such as wallet management and trade operations.
This role is critical in ensuring the security and efficiency of the company's digital asset custody operations. The successful candidate will work in tandem with the company’s compliance team and ensure regulations both required by its operations, and imposed by management's policies and procedures, are followed.
Key Responsibilities
Transaction Administration
- Administer the process of reviewing, moving and validating digital asset transactions
- Ensure all digital asset transactions follow company and regulator requirements
- Ensure that ‘thought’ goes into the review and operations, not just process
- Ensure that all digital asset transactions are processed in a timely and accurate manner
- Maintain accurate records of all digital asset transactions
- Run and review reports for accuracy and details for both clients and internally for company reporting and completeness
Security
- Monitor digital asset transactions for any suspicious activity
- Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to digital asset transactions
- Work with other operations team members to ensure the smooth running of the digital asset custody operations
- Comply with all internal and external policies and procedures related to digital asset custody operations
Relationship Management
- Counterparty Onboarding: Manage the onboarding process for new counterparties (exchanges, custodians, trading desks), ensuring compliance with KYC/AML regulations.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest digital asset regulations and industry best practices
Ideal Candidate
Hard Skills
- Familiarity with crypto technologies and processes.
- Operations experience in traditional finance and custodial services are also an asset.
Soft Skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Eagerness to learn and meticulous attention to detail.
Valued Qualities
- Adaptable and organized, with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to perform well under pressure.
- Attention to detail.
- A background in crypto-native activities and professional experience in the field is an asset.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field such as Data Science, Library Science, media studies, etc
- 1-3 years of experience in digital asset operations or a related field