Business Development Strategist (Remote)

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Salary: (Salary not provided)

Lightning Labs is seeking a Business Development Strategist to expand the reach of the Lightning Network by identifying and building relationships with new companies and industries. This role focuses on understanding business needs, communicating the value of Lightning, and driving adoption. The ideal candidate possesses experience in finance, fintech, or high-growth startups, a strong understanding of Bitcoin and Lightning technology, and excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• Passion for Bitcoin, Lightning, and the Mission: Genuine enthusiasm for Bitcoin, the Lightning Network, and the goal of making financial freedom accessible to billions.
• Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in business development, strategy, finance, or a related field.
• Writing Skills: Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft compelling and informative content.
• Communication Skills: Creative thinking and the ability to explain complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
• Autonomy & Collaboration: Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across time zones.
• Fast Learner: A quick learner with a willingness to embrace new challenges and engage with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Development:
  • Collaborate with leadership on business development strategy, including identifying promising regions, verticals, and target companies.
  • Tailor value propositions for specific companies based on their business goals.
  • Understand and communicate how global financial market shifts impact the Lightning Network and stablecoin adoption.
• Business Development:
  • Source new potential customers, including Lightning-first entrepreneurs and existing Bitcoin companies.
  • Support existing customers with technical questions, feature requests, and explanations of new features.
  • Connect customers with ecosystem participants to help them achieve their goals.
• Communications & Outreach:
  • Write compelling thought pieces to raise awareness and educate about the Lightning Network, Lightning Labs, and its products.
  • Support funnel growth activities, such as blog posts, press releases, social media engagement, and community events.
  • Build organic awareness and engagement across community platforms (Slack, Telegram, Twitter, etc.).

Location

• Global and remote. Proximity to US time zones is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Track Record: A track record of public writings related to the global financial or payments markets, particularly concerning Bitcoin, Lightning, or stablecoins.
• Relationship Building: Ability to build relationships, especially with entrepreneurs and developers in emerging markets (LATAM, Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa).
• Technical Understanding: Familiarity with the Lightning community and a basic technical understanding of the technology.