Fund Operations Associate - Options Specialist at Bitwise Asset Management

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Asset Management, Cryptocurrency, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 3-10 years of options Middle/Back-office experience covering trade capture and processing, collateral, confirmations, settlements, cash, position and trade reconciliations
  • Demonstrated proficiency in all types of options including Listed, FLEX, OTC, etc
  • Proficiency in all calculations used to support options instruments
  • Exceptional Excel skills and/or programming/automation skills: Proficiency in programming languages
  • Experience covering all aspects of equity options

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage all aspects of option middle office lifecycle, including exercises and assignments, contras, trade affirmation, settlement and reconciliation
  • Provide end-to-end support for equity and crypto options trades, from execution through clearing, settlement, and post-trade analytics
  • Validate, process and settle all life cycle events to ensure the integrity of the trade and positions
  • Perform position and cash reconciliations
  • Perform trade affirmation with counterparties to minimize risk
  • Monitor T+0 trade capture exceptions
  • Process option assignments, expiries and contras
  • Collaborate with traders, operations teams, and tech teams to resolve trade breaks, confirm allocations, and ensure accurate position posting
  • Ensure operational processes are fully documented, tested and adequately supported
  • Assist with new product and new fund launches
  • Build scalable workflows and processes with automation in mind
  • Evaluate systems i.e. Traiana and NYFIX for potential fit and implementation
  • Drive projects to increase efficiency and contribute to ongoing process improvements

Skills

Equity Options
Crypto Options
Derivatives
Trade Capture
Trade Confirmations
Settlements
Reconciliations
Position Management
Futures
Digital Assets

Bitwise Asset Management

Cryptocurrency index fund management services

About Bitwise Asset Management

Bitwise Asset Management focuses on making cryptocurrency investments easier for a wide range of clients, including individuals and institutions. They offer various investment products such as exchange-traded funds (ETFs), publicly traded trusts, separately managed accounts (SMAs), and private funds, which provide exposure to over 19 different cryptocurrencies, as well as equities and NFTs. Their products are designed to help investors navigate the complexities of the cryptocurrency market. What sets Bitwise apart from competitors is their dedicated team of over 60 experts in technology, asset management, and law, who provide guidance and support to investors. The company's goal is to simplify cryptocurrency investing and make it accessible to everyone.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$82.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Holidays
Meal Benefits
Phone/Internet Stipend
Company Social Events

Risks

Increased competition from other firms could dilute Bitwise's market share.
Volatility in Solana's price may affect investor confidence and fund performance.
Regulatory changes in the EU could impact Bitwise's Solana staking ETP.

Differentiation

Bitwise offers a wide range of crypto investment products, including ETFs and ETPs.
The company has a team of over 60 experts in technology, asset management, and law.
Bitwise focuses on simplifying cryptocurrency investments for both individual and institutional clients.

Upsides

Increased interest in crypto by advisors could expand Bitwise's client base in 2025.
The launch of Solana staking ETPs in Europe may attract high-yield-seeking investors.
Potential US Bitcoin reserve establishment could boost Bitwise's Bitcoin-related products.

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