Crypto Trader (Pan-Africa)
Johannesburg, South Africa
Full Time
Mid Level
Reports to: Global Head of Trading
Mamoru redefines traditional finance through technology, delivering advanced and efficient solutions for today’s fast-evolving markets. Our mission is to provide trusted and accessible access to the global financial markets.
Overview
We are looking for a motivated Crypto Trader to support trading operations across Pan-African markets. The role is crypto-focused (spot, derivatives, DeFi) but ideal for candidates with a foundation in traditional finance especially FX, local currency bonds, or rates.
Key Responsibilities
Mamoru redefines traditional finance through technology, delivering advanced and efficient solutions for today’s fast-evolving markets. Our mission is to provide trusted and accessible access to the global financial markets.
Overview
We are looking for a motivated Crypto Trader to support trading operations across Pan-African markets. The role is crypto-focused (spot, derivatives, DeFi) but ideal for candidates with a foundation in traditional finance especially FX, local currency bonds, or rates.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and executing crypto trading strategies across spots, derivatives, and DeFi markets.
- Conduct macroeconomic, credit, and political risk research to support trading decisions in Pan-African markets.
- Execute and monitor trades efficiently while managing portfolio risk, including sovereign credit, FX convertibility, and political event risk.
- Track and optimize portfolio performance under senior trader guidance.
- Collaborate with senior traders and analysts to refine strategies and share market insights.
- Contribute to analytics and dashboards for crypto trade monitoring and Pan-African market insights.
- Stay updated on blockchain trends, DeFi innovations, and regulatory developments affecting African crypto markets.
- Prepare regular reports on trading performance, market conditions, and strategy adjustments.
- 1–2 years of experience in crypto trading (spot, derivatives, DeFi) or traditional finance (FX, bonds, rates).
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or related is preferred.
- Familiarity with Pan-African markets and cross-border flows is preferred.
- Analytical and quantitative mindset; proficiency in Excel or Python for data analysis preferred.
- Self-starter, disciplined, and eager to learn in a fast-paced crypto trading environment.
- Mentorship and hands-on exposure to crypto trading (spot, derivatives, DeFi) across Pan-Africa.
- Competitive remuneration with performance-based incentives.
- Growth opportunities within a global crypto trading setup and collaborative culture.
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