Crypto Portfolio Manager

Overview

Former Professional Rugby Player | Placing Quant Traders and Researchers into top hedge funds and prop shops via a global network of 200k+ professionals…Crypto Portfolio Manager | London/New York | £150,000-£200,000We are seeking a Crypto Portfolio Manager to design, manage, and optimise trading strategies across digital assets. This role covers both centralised exchanges (CeFi) and decentralised finance (DeFi) venues, with responsibility for portfolio performance, risk management, and capital allocation. You will collaborate closely with researchers, engineers, and client-facing teams to deliver strong returns and robust portfolio construction.We are seeking a Crypto Portfolio Manager to design, manage, and optimise trading strategies across digital assets. This role covers both centralised exchanges (CeFi) and decentralised finance (DeFi) venues, with responsibility for portfolio performance, risk management, and capital allocation. You will collaborate closely with researchers, engineers, and client-facing teams to deliver strong returns and robust portfolio construction.Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and oversee systematic and discretionary strategies across spot, derivatives, and DeFi markets.Allocate capital across strategies and adjust positions in line with market conditions and risk appetite.Collaborate with quantitative researchers and engineers to bring new strategies from research to live deployment.Assess liquidity, market microstructure, and counterparty exposures across multiple venues.Manage both proprietary portfolios and client-driven mandates, balancing returns, liquidity provision, and risk discipline.Contribute to internal and external insights on crypto portfolio strategy and market trends.Qualifications

5–10 years of experience in portfolio management, proprietary trading, or systematic strategy development (crypto or traditional markets).Deep understanding of market microstructure, order book dynamics, and derivatives.Familiarity with DeFi protocols such as AMMs, perpetuals, and lending/borrowing markets.Strong coding skills in Python and/or C++ for strategy research and risk analysis.Demonstrated track record of PnL generation or outperformance on a risk-adjusted basis.Ability to manage risk effectively and operate in fast-moving market environments.Why This Role Stands Out

Dual Market Exposure: Trade across both CeFi and DeFi environments.Advanced Infrastructure: Access high-performance execution, risk management, and research systems.Direct Influence: Portfolio decisions directly impact firm-wide performance and client outcomes.Collaborative Team: Work alongside experienced traders, quants, and engineers from leading trading and fintech backgrounds.Preferred Indicators Of Excellence

Prior leadership of a trading desk or systematic portfolio.Experience managing both proprietary and external capital.Strong academic background in a quantitative discipline.Comfort navigating both regulated (CeFi) and decentralised (DeFi) markets.Interested in exploring this opportunity further? Get in touch as soon as possible to discuss next steps.ThanksArchieSeniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

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