Ripple Trading and Markets Manager

As a Trading and Markets Manager at Ripple, you will help drive the development of key initiatives across DeFi-oriented capital markets verticals, including the client-facing trading franchise, adoption of the Ripple stablecoin (RLUSD), and tokenisation with a focus on on-chain dynamics. You will report to a Senior Director of Trading and Markets in a multifaceted role designed for an entrepreneurial, self-starting individual who thrives in an outcome-driven environment. Based in London, you will work at the intersection of traditional financial markets infrastructure and web3.

What you'll do

• Work closely with the Trading and Markets leadership team to define team priorities and track performance for RLUSD initiatives on-chain and off-chain
• Coordinate cross-functionally on key initiatives, supporting the build-out, monitoring, and development of overall strategy
• Develop deep analysis and present novel ideas to Trading and Markets leadership
• Contribute to various aspects of Ripple's stablecoin (RLUSD) market development, including institutional adoption, liquidity management, operational efficiency, and governance
• Engage in market analysis, both on-chain and off-chain, and conduct research to identify trends and opportunities in decentralised finance and traditional finance
• Assist in managing relationships with development partners, market makers, and other key market participants
• Support internal teams with the broader company's efforts
• Build subject matter expertise on the convergence of digital assets, XRPL, and traditional finance

What you bring

• A Bachelor's degree in an analytical discipline
• 5+ years of experience in trading, finance, or related fields, with a focus on digital assets, FX, commodities, or fixed income
• Demonstrated knowledge of trading and market infrastructure in digital assets or traditional finance
• Ability to work with little direction on novel concepts, from validating theory through to productionising offerings
• Comfort working on multiple projects simultaneously across different streams in capital markets
• Ability to process complicated information quickly and accurately under pressure
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Passion for blockchain, fintech, markets, and technological innovation in trading
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complicated topics in a simple and digestible format

Nice to have

• An advanced degree in an analytical discipline

What we offer

• Competitive salary, bonuses, and equity
• Competitive benefits covering physical and mental healthcare, retirement, family forming, and family support
• Professional development budget to support learning
• Flexible in-office collaboration, with managers and teams deciding which 10+ days a month they come in
• R&R days to rest and recharge
• Generous wellness reimbursement and weekly on-site and virtual programming
• Generous vacation policy, with flexibility to take time off when you need it
• Industry-leading parental leave policies and family planning benefits
• Employee giving match
• Mobile phone stipend
• Catered lunches, fully-stocked kitchens with premium snacks and beverages
• Team offsites, team bonding activities, and social events

About Ripple

Ripple is building a world where value moves like information does today through crypto solutions for financial institutions, businesses, governments, and developers. The company improves the global financial system and creates greater economic fairness and opportunity for people worldwide.