GSR Careers

About us:Founded in 2013, GSR is a leading market-making and programmatic trading company in the exciting and fast-evolving world of cryptocurrency trading with more than 250 employees in 5 countries. We provide billions of dollars of liquidity to cryptocurrency protocols and exchanges on a daily basis. We build long-term relationships with cryptocurrency communities and traditional investors by offering exceptional service, expertise and trading capabilities tailored to their specific needs.GSR works with token issuers, traders, investors, miners, and more than 30 cryptocurrency exchanges around the world. In volatile markets we are a trusted partner to crypto native builders and to those exploring the industry for the first time. Our team of veteran finance and technology executives from Goldman Sachs, Two Sigma, and Citadel, among others, has developed one of the world’s most robust trading platforms designed to navigate issues unique to the digital asset markets. We have continuously improved our technology throughout our history, allowing for our clients to scale and execute their strategies with the highest level of efficiency.Working at GSR is an opportunity to be deeply embedded in every major sector of the cryptocurrency ecosystem. About the role:Our U.S. Legal and Compliance team is seeking an experienced compliance officer to lead GSR’s crypto money transmission licensing program and regulatory reporting function. In this role you will be responsible for maintaining our licensing platform and coordinating with the external supervision and examination of GSR’ program. This person will also lead the fulfillment of regulatory reporting obligations at the state and federal levels, including creating new processes for NMLS and swap data reporting as required and assist in core compliance matters. You should have experience managing a money transmission licensing program, familiarity with derivatives, enjoy problem solving, and be self-motivated with enthusiasm to be very hands on. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to train others, monitor regulatory developments and comfort providing regular updates to senior management.You will be based in the NY metropolitan area with the ability to travel as required.

Requirements

• You will  be a disciplined self-starter with a high degree of motivation, analytical rigour and attention to detail, with a passion for communication and critical thinking. 
• 4+ years working in compliance or a relevant function in the financial services, crypto or payments industry 
• 2+ years experience using the NMLS licensing platform for the application of and maintenance of state licensing
• Experience in submitting applications or renewals at both federal and state level
• Solid understanding of federal and state laws and regulations, especially in relation to cryptocurrency or payments products Understanding of the Crypto ecosystem is a plus

$125,000 - $200,000 a yearThis is the identified salary range based on benchmarking data sourced from within the industry. What we offer: A collaborative and transparent company culture founded on Integrity, Innovation and Performance.  Competitive Salary with two discretionary bonus payments a year. Benefits include Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning, 30 days holiday and free lunches when in the office. Hybrid working pattern in all of our offices from London, New York, Singapore, Zug and Malaga.Regular Town Halls and off-sites, team lunches and drinks. Comprehensive Corporate and Social Responsibility programs including matching charity fundraising and volunteer days.   GSR is proudly an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon any applicable legally protected characteristics such as race, religion, colour, country of origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression or age. We operate a meritocracy, all aspects of people engagement from the decision to hire or promote as well as our performance management process will be based on the business needs and individual merit, competence in the role. Learn more about us at www.gsr.io.

About us:Founded in 2013, GSR is a crypto market maker with more than 300 employees in 5 countries. We provide billions of dollars of liquidity to cryptocurrency protocols and exchanges on a daily basis. We build long-term relationships with cryptocurrency communities and traditional investors by offering exceptional service, expertise and trading capabilities tailored to their specific needs.GSR works with token issuers, traders, investors, miners, and more than 60 cryptocurrency exchanges around the world. In volatile markets we are a trusted partner to crypto native builders and to those exploring the industry for the first time. Our team of veteran finance and technology executives from Goldman Sachs, Two Sigma, Citadel, and Tower Research among others, has developed one of the world’s fastest and most robust trading platforms designed to navigate issues unique to the digital asset markets. We have continuously improved our technology throughout our history, allowing for our clients to scale and execute their strategies with the highest level of efficiency.Working at GSR is an opportunity to be deeply embedded in every major sector of the cryptocurrency ecosystem. GSR is looking for an experienced Front Office Quantitative Analyst with strong derivatives knowledge to join our busy and dynamic team on a full-time basis. This role has been created due to expansion of the business. You will help to deliver a fast, reliable and best-in-class production analytics code base for our global trading franchise. This person will report to the Head of Quantitative Analytics in Trading, and work during UK or European business hours.

As part of the team, your responsibilities will be to:

• Reviewing and analysing derivative models for price.
• Develop and maintain the quantitative analytics library used for our in-house pricing and risk management system.
• Support the trading desks to maximise revenue targets by delivering analytics across our business lines.
• Work on pricing framework, model validation,  internal model changes and contribute to regulatory requirements.
• Maintain the analytics library to support trades both on and off the run.

Your profile:

• Strong background in using numerical methods including Monte-Carlo, Stochastic Calculus for vanilla & exotic derivative valuations.
• Familiarity with all major derivative products past and present in equity, rates, fx or commodity markets.
• Solid understanding of volatility products and vol surface modelling.
• Strong programming in C++ 17/20, Python.
• Excellent analytical, communication and presentation skills.
• PhD or DEA educated in a quantitative field (Physics, Maths, Financial Engineering).

What we offer: A collaborative and transparent company culture founded on Integrity, Innovation and Performance.  Competitive Salary with two discretionary bonus’ payments a year. Benefits include Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning, 30 days holiday and free lunches when in the office. Hybrid working pattern in all of our offices from London, New York, Singapore, Zug and Malaga.Regular Town Halls and off-sites, team lunches and drinks. Comprehensive Corporate and Social Responsibility programs including matching charity fundraising and volunteer days.   GSR is proudly an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon any applicable legally protected characteristics such as race, religion, colour, country of origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression or age. We operate a meritocracy, all aspects of people engagement from the decision to hire or promote as well as our performance management process will be based on the business needs and individual merit, competence in the role. Learn more about us at www.gsr.io.

About us:Founded in 2013, GSR is a crypto market maker with more than 300 employees in 5 countries. We provide billions of dollars of liquidity to cryptocurrency protocols and exchanges on a daily basis. We build long-term relationships with cryptocurrency communities and traditional investors by offering exceptional service, expertise and trading capabilities tailored to their specific needs.GSR works with token issuers, traders, investors, miners, and more than 60 cryptocurrency exchanges around the world. In volatile markets we are a trusted partner to crypto native builders and to those exploring the industry for the first time. Our team of veteran finance and technology executives from Goldman Sachs, Two Sigma, Citadel, and Tower Research among others, has developed one of the world’s fastest and most robust trading platforms designed to navigate issues unique to the digital asset markets. We have continuously improved our technology throughout our history, allowing for our clients to scale and execute their strategies with the highest level of efficiency.Working at GSR is an opportunity to be deeply embedded in every major sector of the cryptocurrency ecosystem. We are looking for a Trading Operations specialist, to join our busy and dynamic operations team on a full-time basis. The primary focus of the team is to architect, expand and maintain the technologies that underpin the trading function of the business. As a Trading Operations Analyst, you’ll become an integral member of the team, honing a core niche in implementation, troubleshooting and issue resolution.

The role responsibilities include:

• Be the expert in the team and business, able to understand and resolve all detailed queries around trading positions, risk, reconciliation and PnL.
• Work closely with developers to build new products or resolve existing issues. 
• Attain a detailed understanding and document all trading mechanisms in effect, including contract details, information flows etc.
• Identify issues in our in-house trading platform, suggesting amendments and fixes for development to resolve.
• Periodically review and create processes related to all existing product pricing and risk implementation. 
• Ensure correct pricing and risk implementation of all tradable products in key trading platforms. 
• Research new trading contracts/concepts. 

Who we are looking for:

• You will  be a disciplined self-starter with a high degree of motivation, analytical rigour and attention to detail. With a passion for communication and critical thinking. 
• Must possess a good understanding of P&L calculations on a wide spectrum of derivative products including exposure to structured products.
• Experience in a middle office product controlling, trading operations or trade accounting role at a bank or proprietary trading firm.
• Strong academic background within a relevant subject (e.g. Finance) with an excellent understanding of financial products.
• Practical understanding of derivatives and option greeks, credit, and margin concepts.
• Experience with Python, VBA/Excel, Tableau, MySQL is highly desirable. 
• Keen interest in the cryptocurrency markets. A high degree of motivation, adaptability and proactiveness are key success factors for the role. Ability to work autonomously and/or remotely.

What we offer: A collaborative and transparent company culture founded on Integrity, Innovation and Performance.  Competitive Salary with two discretionary bonus’ payments a year. Benefits include Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Retirement Planning, 30 days holiday and free lunches when in the office. Hybrid working pattern in all of our offices from London, New York, Singapore, Zug and Malaga.Regular Town Halls and off-sites, team lunches and drinks. Comprehensive Corporate and Social Responsibility programs including matching charity fundraising and volunteer days.   GSR is proudly an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon any applicable legally protected characteristics such as race, religion, colour, country of origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression or age. We operate a meritocracy, all aspects of people engagement from the decision to hire or promote as well as our performance management process will be based on the business needs and individual merit, competence in the role. Learn more about us at www.gsr.io.