Operations Associate, Crypto | Singapore, SG

Qube Research and Technologies; Singapore; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Operations Associate to join their Crypto trading desk. This role combines traditional operations with crypto-specific tasks, including processing trades, onboarding exchanges, and managing cash transfers. You will leverage your analytical skills to identify inefficiencies and enhance operational processes while working with a collaborative team. The firm values innovation and provides a supportive environment for professional growth. If you have a passion for finance and technology, and are eager to dive into the dynamic world of crypto, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthy work-life balance initiatives

Diversity and inclusion programs

Qualifications

• 2-3 years in operations or fund administration in financial services.
• Degree in Economics, Finance, or Accounting is required.

Responsibilities

• Processing and reconciling crypto trades and asset movements.
• Identifying inefficiencies and proposing innovative solutions.

Skills

Operational Efficiency

Communication Skills

Programming (VBA, Python)

Organizational Skills

KYC Compliance

Education

Degree in Economics

Degree in Finance

Degree in Accounting

Tools

VBA

Python

Job description

Operations Associate, Crypto

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. We are a technology and data driven group implementing a scientific approach to investing. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped our collaborative mindset, which enables us to solve the most complex challenges. QRT’s culture of innovation continuously drives our ambition to deliver high quality returns for our investors.

We are looking for an Operations Associate to support the Crypto trading desk, combining traditional operations responsibilities with crypto-specific tasks.

Your future role at QRT:

• Processing and reconciling crypto trades and asset movements.
• Onboarding new exchanges, brokers and custodians, including completing KYC requirements.
• Providing support to the trading desk as required.
• Identifying inefficiencies in operational processes and proposing and implementing innovative solutions.
• Cash transfer management.
• Using programming tools to automate tasks and optimise workflows (some experience in a language such as VBA is required; Python can be developed on the job).
• Degree educated (Economics, Finance, Accounting, or related field).
• Candidates should have 2-3 years of operations, fund accounting, or fund administration experience gained in a financial services firm, which may include areas such as trade capture, trade settlement, reconciliation, or similar operational tasks.
• Experience working with external service providers (e.g. onboarding exchanges or brokers, completing KYC requirements).
• Exposure to or demonstrate an interest in the crypto asset space.
• Experience identifying operational inefficiencies and supporting process improvements.
• Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Some programming experience (e.g. VBA or similar) is preferred, along with a willingness to learn and apply Python on the job.

QRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity as essential to our success. QRT empowers employees to work openly and respectfully to achieve collective success. In addition to professional achievement, we are offering initiatives and programs to enable employees achieve a healthy work-life balance.