Investment Analyst (Blockchain & Macro)

The Institute of Free Technology is a startup studio with several internal startups laying the foundations for a freer internet upon which communities can evolve into network states.

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The team:

IFT Investments protects & grows treasury assets across three strategies:

• Short-term (<1 year): Global listed bonds (Govi’s, IG corporates) & crypto staking yield
• Medium term (1-3 years): Liquid Crypto Token trading
• Long-term (3+ years): Venture capital (crypto & related businesses)

Successful candidates should demonstrate expertise in at least two of these investment verticals.

Investment Analysis & Research

• Conduct comprehensive market analysis across global macro and digital assets
• Research macro trends, protocols, and emerging sector narratives
• Identify and evaluate high-potential investment opportunities
• Develop financial models and valuation frameworks
• Create detailed investment memoranda for committee review

Portfolio Management Support

• Support trading & execution for approved strategies & deals
• Monitor portfolio performance and risk metrics with monthly performance reports
• Track investment objectives and rebalancing needs
• Maintain detailed investment documentation

Strategic Development

• Build and maintain key industry relationships
• Serve as subject matter expert on market trends
• Support senior investment managers in strategy execution
• Participate in investment committee discussions

‍Required Personal Skills:

• Self-directed work ethic with strong initiative
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Critical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work across time zones
• Comfort with a highly unstructured environment, ambiguity and rapid change

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‍Required Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Investments or related field
• Preferred: Professional certification (FMVA, CA, CFA, MBA, CAIA etc)
• Investment experience (VC, PE, IB, PWM, Crypto treasury, own capital etc)some text
  • Mid-level: 3-5 years
  • Senior-level: 5-7 years

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Technical Expertise

• Financial analysis skills
• Hands-on crypto experience
• Proven risk management capabilities
• Strong security practices in digital asset handling
• Deep understanding of blockchain technology

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Professional Skills

• Exceptional analytical and research abilities
• Clear, structured communication and documentation
• Strategic risk assessment and mitigation
• Demonstrated alignment with our principles

Bonus points:

• Prior roles in crypto organisations, treasury management
• Personal crypto investing >3 years
• Early-stage investing experience

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[Don't worry if you don't meet all of these criteria, we'd still love to hear from you anyway if you think you'd be a great fit for this role. Just explain to us why in your cover letter].

We are happy to pay in any mix of fiat/crypto.

Hiring process:

1. Introduction call with the Talent team
2. Interview with the Investment Analyst
3. Interview with the CFO
4. Paid project (2-3 hours of work)
5. Interview co-founder

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Note: A background check might be required for this role.

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