Crypto Trader and Analyst

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Continuous learning

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a knowledgeable Crypto Trader and Analyst to execute trading strategies, analyze market trends, and spot profitable opportunities in volatile crypto markets.

You will contribute to the investment team's success within a fast-moving crypto and blockchain environment, leveraging data-driven insights and risk management to optimize portfolio performance. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility and growth in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cryptocurrency trading and/or financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology, tokenomics, and digital assets.
• Proficiency in data analysis techniques with experience in quantitative modeling.
• Knowledge of technical and fundamental analysis in financial markets.
• Familiarity with cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute trading strategies across exchanges, managing risk.
• Conduct market research and analysis of digital assets and blockchain projects.
• Develop and refine quantitative trading models and algorithms.
• Monitor market news, indicators, and regulatory developments.
• Generate reports and present findings to the investment team.
• Manage portfolio performance and identify optimization opportunities.

Skills

Crypto trading

Financial analysis

Data analysis

Quantitative modeling

Technical analysis

Fundamental analysis

Tools

Trading platforms

Crypto exchanges

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a knowledgeable and data-driven Crypto Trader and Analyst to join their team in Sandton . You will be responsible for executing trading strategies, analyzing market trends, and identifying profitable opportunities within the volatile cryptocurrency markets. This role requires a keen understanding of financial markets, blockchain technology, and risk management. You will contribute to the success of our client's investment strategies in the exciting and rapidly evolving crypto and blockchain landscape in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Execute trading strategies across various cryptocurrency exchanges, managing risk effectively.
• Conduct in-depth market research and analysis of digital assets and blockchain projects.
• Develop and refine quantitative trading models and algorithms.
• Monitor market news, economic indicators, and regulatory developments impacting the crypto space.
• Generate insightful reports and present findings to the investment team.
• Manage portfolio performance and identify opportunities for optimization.

Requirements

• Proven experience in cryptocurrency trading and/or financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology, tokenomics, and various digital assets.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques, with experience in quantitative modeling.
• Knowledge of technical and fundamental analysis in financial markets.
• Familiarity with cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and collaborative opportunities in Sandton .
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic crypto and blockchain environment.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Continuous learning and professional development in financial markets and technology.