Crypto Market Analyst

Placements24

Soweto

Hybrid

ZAR 420,000 - 900,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance-in

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Professional development opportunities

Exposure to a dynamic crypto market

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Crypto Market Analyst to drive informed investment decisions through comprehensive cryptocurrency market analysis. You will research market trends, evaluate opportunities, and prepare insightful reports on digital assets and blockchain technology.

Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, a passion for crypto, and the ability to deliver clear findings to the investment team. This role offers growth in a dynamic, finance-technology firm in Gauteng.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.
2+ years in market analysis, financial research, or similar role preferred in crypto.
Strong understanding of blockchain tech, crypto assets, and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth research and analysis of the cryptocurrency market, incl. major coins and altcoins.
Monitor market trends, news, and macro factors affecting digital asset prices.
Evaluate blockchain projects based on tech, team, tokenomics, and market potential.

Skills

Market analysis

Financial research

Crypto essentials

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field

Tools

CoinMarketCap

CoinGecko

Glassnode

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding digital asset management firm, is seeking a sharp and insightful Crypto Market Analyst to join their team in Soweto. This role is crucial for driving informed investment decisions by providing comprehensive analysis of the cryptocurrency markets. You will be responsible for researching market trends, evaluating investment opportunities, and producing insightful reports on digital assets and blockchain technology. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the cryptocurrency landscape, strong analytical skills, and a passion for staying ahead of market developments. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking firm at the intersection of finance and technology.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth research and analysis of the cryptocurrency market, including major coins and emerging altcoins.
Monitor and analyze market trends, news, and macroeconomic factors influencing digital asset prices.
Evaluate blockchain projects based on their technology, team, tokenomics, and market potential.
Prepare regular market intelligence reports, performance reviews, and investment recommendations.
Develop and maintain models for valuation and forecasting of cryptocurrency assets.
Track and analyze on-chain data to identify market sentiment and potential opportunities.
Communicate findings and insights clearly and concisely to the investment team and management.
Stay abreast of regulatory developments and industry news within the crypto space.
Contribute to the firm's investment strategy and portfolio management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
Proven experience (2+ years) in market analysis, financial research, or a similar role, preferably within the cryptocurrency or blockchain industry.
Strong understanding of blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and digital assets.
Excellent analytical, quantitative, and research skills.
Proficiency in data analysis tools and spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel).
Familiarity with crypto market data platforms (e.g., CoinMarketCap, CoinGecko, Glassnode).
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
Passion for the cryptocurrency and blockchain space.

Benefits