Crypto Trader and Treasury Operations Manager

TechBiz Global GmbH; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Crypto Trader and Treasury Operations Manager in Abu Dhabi. This role includes building trading relationships, executing trades, and managing treasury operations. Candidates should have a background in finance with at least 4 years in cryptocurrency trading and strong analytical skills. Knowledge of trading platforms and treasury management is essential. A bachelor's degree is required; advanced qualifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in cryptocurrency trading or financial markets.
• At least 5 years in treasury or finance with digital assets exposure.
• Strong proficiency in trading and treasury management systems.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with key counterparties.
• Execute trades efficiently across exchanges.
• Oversee daily cash and digital asset management.

Skills

Cryptocurrency trading

Treasury management

Technical analysis

Financial modeling

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field

Advanced degree (MBA, CFA, CTP)

Tools

Binance

Coinbase Pro

TradingView

MetaTrader

Python

Job description

At TechBiz Global, we are providing recruitment service to our TOP clients from our portfolio. We are currently seeking a Crypto Trader and Treasury Operations Manager to join one of our clients' teams. If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to grow in a innovative environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Buildout of Infrastructure and Trading Relationships
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key counterparties, including centralized and decentralized exchanges, OTC desks, liquidity providers, and banking partners.
  • Negotiate and secure favorable trading terms, fee structures, and credit lines with counterparties and service providers.
  • Oversee the implementation of robust operational workflows, including trade capture, settlement, reconciliation, and reporting.
  • Ensure all infrastructure and relationships comply with relevant regulatory requirements and internal risk frameworks.
  • Continuously evaluate and upgrade trading and treasury technology stacks to maintain best-in-class operational resilience and security.
  • Coordinate with legal, compliance, and IT teams to address onboarding, KYC / AML, and cybersecurity requirements for all infrastructure and counterparties.
• Trade Execution
  • Execute trades efficiently across centralized and decentralized exchanges, ensuring best execution and minimizing slippage.
  • Manage and optimize crypto portfolios, balancing risk and reward in line with firm objectives.
  • Develop, backtest, and implement quantitative and discretionary trading strategies across major and emerging cryptocurrencies (spot, futures, options, DeFi protocols).
  • Monitor and analyze market trends, order books, and blockchain data to identify trading opportunities and manage risk.
  • Conduct technical and fundamental analysis on digital assets, including new token launches, DeFi projects, and market sentiment.
  • Stay updated on crypto market structure, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies to adapt strategies as needed.
• Treasury Operations
  • Oversee daily cash and digital asset management, ensuring optimal liquidity for trading and business operations.
  • Forecast and analyze liquidity requirements, including both fiat and crypto assets, to support business and investment activities.
  • Execute and verify domestic and international wire transfers, crypto transfers, and settlement processes.
  • Reconcile bank and exchange accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor compliance with treasury and trading policies, including regulatory and internal controls.
  • Manage relationships with banking partners, exchanges, and custodians, negotiating terms and resolving issues as needed.
  • Prepare and present regular reports on portfolio performance, cash flow, and risk exposures to senior management.
  • Support month-end and year-end financial close processes, audits, and regulatory filings.
  • Contribute to the development of annual budgets, financial forecasts, and strategic treasury initiatives.

UAE resident or willingness to relocate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA, CFA, CTP) preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in cryptocurrency trading or financial markets, with a proven track record of generating consistent returns.
• At least 5 years of experience in treasury, finance, or a related operational role, ideally with exposure to digital assets.
• Strong proficiency in trading platforms (e.g., Binance, Coinbase Pro, Talos, MetaTrader), technical analysis tools (e.g., TradingView), and treasury management systems.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with Python or other scripting languages is a plus.
• Deep understanding of crypto market microstructure, risk management, and regulatory landscape.
• Experience with cash forecasting, bank reconciliation, and liquidity management in a high-volume environment.
• Familiarity with DeFi protocols, staking, lending, and blockchain analytics is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills; ability to make effective decisions under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex findings clearly to stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to compliance and best practices.