Kraken

Sr. Sales & BD Lead - CF Benchmarks

United Kingdom

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Cryptocurrency, Financial TechnologyIndustries

Sr. Sales & Business Development Lead - CF Benchmarks (Europe)

Position Overview

  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Location Type: Remote
  • Company: Kraken (CF Benchmarks Ltd)

Kraken is seeking a Sr. Sales & Business Development Lead to expand its CF Benchmarks client base in Europe. This role focuses on driving new revenue, building lasting client partnerships, and executing the firm's go-to-market strategy. The ideal candidate will have complete ownership of the sales process, collaborate with index content and marketing teams, and provide strategic feedback for product development.

Requirements

  • Proven sales experience (details not provided)
  • Strong understanding of the cryptocurrency and financial markets (preferred)
  • Ability to build and maintain client relationships
  • Strategic thinking and market intelligence skills
  • Collaboration skills with index content and marketing teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead CF Benchmarks sales initiatives for the European market.
  • Expand the firm’s client base and drive new revenue.
  • Execute and refine the firm’s go-to-market strategy.
  • Manage the end-to-end sales process.
  • Build solid, lasting partnerships with clients.
  • Gather market intelligence and provide strategic feedback.
  • Work closely with index content and marketing teams.

Application Instructions

  • Please familiarize yourself with the Kraken Culture page: [Kraken Culture Page - Not Provided]
  • Learn how to create a Kraken account here: [Kraken Account Creation Link - Not Provided]
  • Apply through Kraken’s application process (details not provided).

Company Information

  • Company: Kraken
  • Subsidiary: CF Benchmarks Ltd
  • Mission: To accelerate the global adoption of crypto and blockchain technology.
  • Products: Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.
  • CF Benchmarks: Leading provider of cryptocurrency benchmarks and indices, licensed to global financial institutions for the creation of financial products.
    • Assets Under Reference: Over $90 billion
    • Partners: BlackRock, CME Group, Franklin Templton, ChinaAMC, and Bitwise.

Skills

Sales
Business Development
Cryptocurrency Markets
Financial Markets
Client Relationship Management
Strategic Thinking
Market Intelligence
Go-to-market Strategy
Index Content
Marketing Collaboration

Kraken

Cryptocurrency exchange for buying and trading

About Kraken

Kraken is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade various digital assets. It offers features that cater to both beginners and experienced traders, making it easy to navigate the cryptocurrency market. Users can execute trades with high liquidity, which means their transactions are completed quickly. The platform charges low transaction fees, sometimes as low as 0%, helping users keep more of their profits. Kraken also provides advanced charting tools to help investors track their investments effectively. Security is a major focus, with multiple protective measures in place to keep user assets safe. The platform supports 70 different asset pairs and is continuously expanding its offerings. Additionally, Kraken offers 24/7 global support to assist users with any questions or issues.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$108.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity plan
401k contribution plan
Vacation & Generous PTO
Paid Tranings

Risks

Increased competition from Binance and Coinbase could impact Kraken's market share.
Regulatory scrutiny in the EU may raise Kraken's compliance costs.
The volatility of cryptocurrency prices can affect Kraken's revenue from transaction fees.

Differentiation

Kraken offers both spot and futures trading for over 40 digital assets.
The platform provides advanced charting tools for professional traders and technical analysts.
Kraken's 24/7 global support ensures assistance for users at any time.

Upsides

Kraken's acquisition of Staked enhances its staking services for consumers and institutions.
Sponsorship deals with major soccer clubs boost Kraken's visibility and brand recognition.
The rise of crypto derivatives attracts advanced traders to Kraken's sophisticated tools.

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