Crypto Trader

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary and bonuses

Hybrid work model

Access to advanced trading tools

Career advancement in fintech/crypto

Fast-paced, intellectually stimulating

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a highly skilled Crypto Trader to execute strategies, manage positions, and capitalize on volatile cryptocurrency markets. You will work closely with analysts and portfolio managers to optimize trading performance and achieve financial objectives.

In this hybrid fintech role, you will apply technical analysis, risk controls, and rapid decision-making to seize opportunities while monitoring market dynamics and staying compliant with evolving regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Trader, preferably with a focus on cryptocurrencies.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, technical analysis, and trading platforms.
• Proficiency in risk management and position sizing techniques.
• Ability to make quick, informed decisions under pressure.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Demonstrated track record of successful trading performance.

Responsibilities

• Execute trades across various cryptocurrencies on multiple exchanges.
• Develop and implement effective trading strategies based on market analysis.
• Monitor market movements, news, and trends to identify trading opportunities.
• Manage trading positions and implement risk management protocols to minimize losses.
• Analyze trading performance and provide reports on strategy effectiveness.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and technological advancements in the crypto space.

Skills

Crypto trading

Market analysis

Risk management

Position sizing

Decision making under pressure

Analytical skills

Tools

Trading platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and risk-aware Crypto Trader to join their dynamic team in Sandton . You will be responsible for executing trading strategies, managing positions, and capitalizing on opportunities within the volatile cryptocurrency markets. This role requires a deep understanding of market dynamics, technical analysis, trading platforms, and risk management principles. You will work closely with analysts and portfolio managers to optimize trading performance and achieve financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute trades across various cryptocurrencies on multiple exchanges.
• Develop and implement effective trading strategies based on market analysis.
• Monitor market movements, news, and trends to identify trading opportunities.
• Manage trading positions and implement risk management protocols to minimize losses.
• Analyze trading performance and provide reports on strategy effectiveness.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and technological advancements in the crypto space.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Trader, preferably with a focus on cryptocurrencies.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, technical analysis, and trading platforms.
• Proficiency in risk management and position sizing techniques.
• Ability to make quick, informed decisions under pressure.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Demonstrated track record of successful trading performance.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and significant performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Access to advanced trading tools and market data.
• Opportunities for career advancement in the fintech and crypto sector.
• A fast-paced and intellectually stimulating work environment.