Business Development Manager (institutional)

Hyphen Partners

Japan, Japan
On-site
Institutional sales process
High-value partnerships
Digital asset ecosystem
Drive the adoption of our platform/protocol among institutional players by securing high-value partnerships with hedge funds, market makers, asset managers, and corporate treasuries

Job Summary

  • Drive the adoption of our platform/protocol among institutional players by securing high-value partnerships with hedge funds, market makers, asset managers, and corporate treasuries.
  • Lead the entire sales process from initial cold outreach and high-level presentations to complex contract negotiations and closing, coordinating with internal teams for smooth onboarding.
  • Act as the 'voice of the customer' for institutional needs, relaying feedback to Product and Engineering teams, and represent the firm at global institutional summits.

Matching Summary

Drive the adoption of our platform/protocol among institutional players by securing high-value partnerships with hedge funds, market makers, asset managers, and corporate treasuries.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Institutional sales process
  • High-value partnerships
  • Digital asset ecosystem
  • Negotiate and structure deals
  • Voice of the customer
  • Global crypto regulations

Nice-to-have

  • Warm network in crypto
  • Second language proficiency
  • Explaining DeFi concepts

Key Requirements

  • 2-5 years in Business Development or Institutional Sales
  • Fintech, Prime Brokerage, or Web3 Infrastructure experience
  • Understanding of traditional finance instruments
  • Ability to discuss technical specifications (APIs, MPC)
  • Sophisticated verbal and written communication skills
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience

Work Rights

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