About us: B2C2 is a digital asset pioneer building the ecosystem of the future. The firm has unlocked institutional access to crypto by providing reliable liquidity across market conditions. B2C2’s success is built on crypto-native technology and continuous product innovation, making it the partner of choice for diverse institutions globally.Founded in 2015 and acquired by Japanese financial group, SBI, in 2020, B2C2 remains a standalone company. Headquartered in the UK, with offices in the US and Japan, B2C2 OTC Ltd. is authorised and regulated by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 810834). 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. Graduate Rates Trader Scope of the role This is a rare opportunity for a graduate to join B2C2 and to assume trading responsibility within their first 6 months. You will learn from experienced traditional finance and crypto professionals with combined experience of 50 years alone within the crypto industry. B2C2’s Funding Desk is London-based, and responsible for a variety of products, strategies, and business lines, each related to trading interest rates. The desk generates P&L through a variety of sell-side OTC client flow, and proprietary high-frequency trading. We extract the interest rate component of derivatives by creating delta-neutral structures – products we trade include futures, forwards, CFDs, spot, loans, plus novel crypto products. Funding impacts every trade, whether in crypto or traditional finance – so this role offers a unique perspective from which to build broad trading knowledge. It’s one of the fastest growing areas of the firm. Roles and responsibilities Manage the overall market risk of the Funding Desk portfolio - rates, liquidity, liquidation, credit, and delta risks. Manage the algorithms for proprietary strategies on crypto exchanges Interact with clients for OTC trading - pricing, quoting, execution, and product queries. Monitor opportunities and dislocations in markets as they present themselves, taking decisive action to capture value. Work closely with Tech and Operations to ensure smooth 24/7 trading Preferable, but not essential: use python for quantitative research, automation, and enhancing/building systematic strategies What we're looking for: Completed university degree in a numerical subject Clear communication skills Ability to work in a fast-paced fluid environment and handle pressure in such an environment Keen interest in financial and crypto markets An entrepreneurial mindset and a natural intuition for risk Highly determined individual, with an eagerness to learn Preferable, but not essential: good python programming skills, especially pandas 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 Prior trading experience and knowledge isn’t required for this role – however, mental curiosity to solve markets-related problems is required UK Benefits: The opportunity to grow at a fast pace in meritocratic environment Performance review and discretionary cash bonus paid every 6 months 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) Private Medical Insurance (BUPA) Life assurance Group Personal Pension with Royal London (3.5% e’ee contribution, 5.5% e’er contribution) Group Income Protection Refreshments and drinks Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Exciting social calendar Flexible working Recognition awards 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.