OTC Desk Trader

IMC

About the Role We are looking for a commercially driven OTC Crypto Trader to join our team in Zug. In this role, you will be directly responsible for growing the desk’s PnL and executing block trades across digital asset markets. You will be entrusted with large ticket sizes and expected to operate with professionalism, discretion, and a sharp commercial instinct. Key Responsibilities * Manage risk effectively on large ticket transactions, ensuring best execution and competitive pricing * Monitor markets and maintain awareness of macro and crypto-specific developments affecting trading * Collaborate with internal teams including technology, compliance, and operations Requirements * Minimum 2 years of trading experience, ideally on a flow or block trading desk * Traditional finance or non-crypto trading backgrounds welcome; crypto trading experience is a strong plus * Demonstrable track record of handling large notional trades with sound risk management * Intermediate Python skills — comfortable with data analysis, scripting, and trade tooling * Commercially driven with a strong client-facing mindset * Trustworthy, reliable, and able to exercise independent judgment under pressure * Work nonstandard weeks i.e. cover weekends and evening shifts as required in exchange for off days on other weekdays What We Offer * Competitive base salary and performance-linked bonus structure * Exposure to a fast-growing, high-conviction crypto trading operation * Access to deep liquidity and a broad institutional counterparty network * Collaborative team environment in Zug, one of Europe’s premier crypto hubs * Opportunity for significant career progression as the firm scales About Us IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

Wintermute

About Wintermute Wintermute is a technology unicorn and one of the largest algorithmic trading companies, specialising in digital assets. We provide liquidity across most cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, a broad range of OTC trading solutions as well as supporting high profile blockchain projects and traditional financial institutions moving into crypto. Wintermute also has a Wintermute Ventures arm that invests in early stage DeFi projects. Wintermute was founded in 2017 and has successfully navigated industry cycles. Culturally, we combine the best of the two worlds: the technology standards of high-frequency trading firms in traditional markets and the innovative and entrepreneurial culture of technology startups. At Wintermute, we believe in the innovative potential of blockchain, the fundamental innovations, we have a long-term view on the digital asset market and are taking a leadership position in building an innovative and compliant market. You can read more here. Working at Wintermute   We are looking for an Algorithmic Trader with strong coding skills (Python) and a curiosity about hft, liquidity provision and crypto trading. At Wintermute, you will be responsible for your own “desk” right from the start. You will have the opportunity to develop your own product (trading algorithms, trading strategies), while also getting advice and guidance from very experienced traders and developers, including the founders/management team. You will get a lot of independence and responsibility right away, and you'll learn at an unprecedented speed! No legacy systems, no corporate bureaucracy, no multiple levels of approvals. It is up to you to make an impact. What will you work on After a short training period, you’ll be tasked with improving existing strategies, adding new trading products and improving the technology behind our trading systems. You’ll need to analyze large amounts of trading and transaction data, generate insights, prioritize them and build solutions based on your findings. You can expect to be able to make an immediate impact on P&L and will be encouraged to explore new ideas and strategies. We will share more technical details in the interviews. Note: we are looking for people with strong quantitative and coding skills, but this is a business/trading (not a research) role first and foremost. 

B2C2

About us: Founded in 2015, B2C2 is a global leader for institutional liquidity within digital assets. We bring 24/7 365 days a year deep, reliable pricing for spot, futures, options, CFDs, and NDFs across all market conditions. Our growing team has deep expertise across pricing, structuring, risk, systems, and regulation. B2C2 bridges the gap between traditional financial and digital assets, and is relied upon by brokerages, exchanges, banks, fund managers, and other institutions to provide 24/7 liquidity. Headquartered in London, with global offices in Paris, Jersey City, Tokyo, Singapore, and Luxembourg, our fast-growing team has expertise in traditional financial and crypto markets. We pride ourselves on our company culture and ability to attract not only the top talent but the right people. If you are looking for a role in an exciting new industry, at a dynamic company please keep reading.   The Opportunity Are you a recent graduate with a passion for technology, finance, and problem-solving? Our Graduate Programme is your chance to launch a high-impact career at the intersection of traditional finance and the crypto market. This isn't just a desk job—it’s an opportunity to dive deep into a complex, dynamic industry and make a real difference from day one.   Scope of the role This is a rare opportunity for a graduate to join B2C2 and to assume trading responsibility within their first year. You will learn from experienced traditional finance and crypto professionals with combined experience of 50+ years in the industry. We are a uniquely skilled team, covering both sell-side OTC client flow with high-frequency market making, with a range of product that keeps expanding. With the decline of sales & trading at traditional investment banks, this graduate position offers unbounded possibilities at one of the leading firms in fintech, the new face of finance.   Roles and responsibilities  * Manage the algorithms that make markets on crypto exchanges and to clients * Monitor opportunities and dislocations in markets as they present themselves, taking decisive action to capture value * Manage the overall market risk of the portfolio * Work closely with Tech and Operations to ensure smooth 24/7 trading   What we're looking for: * University degree in a numerical degree * Clear communication skills * Ability to work in a fast-paced fluid environment and handle pressure in such an environment * An entrepreneurial mind set and a natural intuition for risk * Keen interest in financial and crypto markets * Decent coding skills in Python or Java    Requirements: * Demonstration of honesty, integrity and good reputation * Excellent teamwork and relationship management skills and a demonstrated ability to work both on own initiative and as part of a team * Ability to develop new skills and understand market developments as required * Aware of the importance of considering risk management and compliance issues. * Continually demonstrates application of group policies and relevant regulatory framework   To help your application stand out, you might also consider providing: * Professional or Academic References: Contact details for referees from previous roles, internships, or academic projects * A Portfolio of Your Work: Links to projects, a personal website, or a GitHub profile that showcases your skills and accomplishments * Relevant Certifications: Copies of any professional or academic certificates that highlight your specialized knowledge   Why intern at B2C2? * 10-week program starting in July  * In-house, hands-on training from experienced professionals who have worked at top financial institutions in crypto and traditional finance * Mentorship and feedback throughout   * Competitive salary, regular fun events and activities * An opportunity to receive a permanent offer A strong culture is a common denominator among the most successful companies and B2C2 is proud to be a values-based company.   * Ambitious - Striving to make history through world class achievements * Innovative - Forward looking in our solutions for clients and employees * Meritocratic - Rewarding positive contribution across the organisation * Collegiate - Achieving through teamwork through a healthy environment * Risk Aware – Informed decision making and considered in our practices   Equal Employment Opportunities Policy:   B2C2 is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. It is the policy of B2C2 to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation and professional development practices without regard to actual or perceived race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or certain classifications based on genetic information, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. As such, B2C2 will not tolerate discrimination against any of our employees on the basis of membership in a protected category. We are also committed to creating an inclusive environment to ensure we attract, engage, promote and retain the best talent. We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles.