Sales Trader - OTC Desk

Since being founded in 2018, Copper has been building the standard for institutional digital asset infrastructure with a focus on custody, collateral management, and prime services.

Led by Amar Kuchinad, Copper's Global CEO, the firm provides a comprehensive suite of custody, trading and settlement solutions that reduce counterparty risk and bring greater capital and operational efficiency to digital asset markets. At the heart of Copper's offering is Multi-Party Computation (MPC) technology – the gold standard in secure custody. Copper’s multi-award winning custody system is unique in that it can be connected to centralised exchanges, DeFi applications and even staking pools without the assets leaving the custody.

Built on top of this state-of-the-art custody, ClearLoop is the first solution in the market that overcomes a growing industry challenge; counterparty risk with exchanges. This solution underpins a full prime services offering, connecting global exchanges, and enabling customers to trade and settle directly from the safety of their MPC-secured wallets. By reducing settlement time for transfers to a few milliseconds (without blockchain network dependency) and offering enhanced security measures, ClearLoop is rapidly reshaping the way asset managers trade and manage capital.

In addition to industry-leading security certifications, Copper has one of the strongest insurance coverages in the industry from an A+ rated insurer, positioning the firm as the partner of choice for institutions seeking to safeguard their assets.

DEPARTMENT/ TEAM PURPOSE: 

Copper has quickly established itself as the go-to provider of safeguarding and trading infrastructure in digital assets by establishing a best-in-class custody platform, along with settlement mechanisms for reducing counterparty risk. 

We operate in the fast-moving crypto and blockchain space, providing our global customer base of institutional investors the comfort that their digital assets are both secure and available for transactions at the same time. Copper prides itself on its ability to adapt its products and services to meet the needs of our clients much more quickly than any of our competitors. 

We are open, forward-thinking, inclusive, global, adaptable, and respectful. We praise enthusiasm, innovation, effort, and constructive challenge. We also expect results. We are lean in size, yet deep in thought, support, and talent; adaptable to change and continually striving for excellence in our quest to deliver the absolute best product to our client base.

ROLE PURPOSE 

Copper.co is seeking a highly motivated Sales Trader to join our dynamic OTC trading desk and Commercial department in Switzerland. In this vital role, you will help and deputize the Head of Trading & Revenue in the execution of cryptocurrency trades for our customers. You will also collaborate closely with our network of liquidity providers and exchanges to ensure efficient execution.

A key part of this role involves communicating effectively with our Sales and Relationship Managers to create a positive customer experience throughout the entire execution process. You will also engage in sales activities across all product lines in Switzerland, and work with Copper's Treasury team to manage inventory and mitigate risk. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career at the forefront of digital asset trading.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assist and deputise the Head of Trading in the execution of cryptocurrency trades for customers.
• Engage in sales activities across all Copper.co product lines in Switzerland.
• Collaborate closely with our network of liquidity providers and exchanges.
• Communicate effectively with Sales and Relationship Managers to ensure a positive customer experience during the execution process.
• Work with Copper's Treasury team to purchase/sell inventory and mitigate risk.
• Work with clients to assist with their execution of cryptocurrency trades and encourage increased trading volumes.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE  

Essential  

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or professional equivalent.
• Relevant working experience in trade execution, sales trading, derivatives trading, or similar.
• Professional training in the domain of trading.
• Experience in digital asset trading or FX
• Fluent in German, English. French, desirable, other languages are an asset.
• A strong collaborative, communication, and interpersonal skillset.
• Sense of accountability and a proactive work style.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Can-do attitude with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Network in German and French speaking Switzerland in TradFi or Crypto an asset.

The benefits offered

• Paid Time Off: 27days annual leave per annum in addition to local bank holidays. Employees also receive one additional day of annual leave for each year of service.
• Enhanced Pension Contributions: Includes an enhanced employer matching contribution.
• Half fare travel card
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

In return for everything you can bring to Copper, we can offer you an exciting, challenging role in a fast-growing and dynamic business, with career opportunities and welcoming working environment.

Copper is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and equal opportunities in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. So, bring us your experience, perspectives, and skills. It is in our differences that we will continue to grow and ensure Copper is transforming how institutional investors engage with digital assets. Copper is a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you have a disability. If you require us to provide any assistance during the recruitment process, then we would ask you to highlight this to us and we will be happy to accommodate.