Senior Business Development Manager (RWA)

About us

As a long-standing Web3 infrastructure project, Lisk has been working towards democratizing blockchain accessibility for developers and end users globally since 2016. As of 2024, Lisk is a member of the Optimism Superchain and focus on solving local problems in Emerging Markets (such as Southeast Asia, Africa and others) by bringing applications around real-world assets (RWAs), off-chain assets (OCA), and DePIN onchain.

The role you’re applying for

We are currently seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to lead and drive the business development for the Real World Asset (RWA) team at Lisk. This includes conducting market research using on-chain data, identifying and securing new partnerships, building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders, and promoting Lisk’s RWA initiatives to potential investors and partners.

What you’ll be doing

• Business Development and Relationship Management: Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies to drive growth for Lisk’s RWA ecosystem. Build and maintain strong relationships with partners, investors, and other stakeholders.
• Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research by analyzing on-chain data to identify trends, opportunities, and the competitive landscape, using insights to inform and refine business development strategies.
• Pitching Financial Investments: Present and pitch Lisk’s RWA Ecosystem Fund to potential investors, effectively communicating the value proposition and financial benefits.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing, product, and engineering teams to align RWA ecosystem growth efforts with overall objectives.
• Reporting: Monitor and report on performance, providing regular updates to leadership.

What we’re looking for

• Proven business development experience in financial services, fintech or Web3.
• Strong data, math, statistical or on-chain forensics background to support data-driven decision-making and analysis.
• Excellent writing skills for creating compelling proposals, pitches, and reports.
• Ability to pitch financial investments with confidence and clarity.
• Understanding of DeFi and blockchain concepts.

Extra credit

• Working experience within the RWA space.
• Network of contacts in the crypto industry.

We got you covered

Working remotely is more than just a benefit or a perk. We believe in the power of remote work to unleash creativity and passion. Join our globally remote team with 35+ different nationalities and enjoy the flexibility to work from anywhere in the universe. As long as you are available during European working hours.

At Lisk, you pursue your passions on your own terms, while we provide you with learning and development budgets, personal development plans and team retreats to fuel your web3 curiosity.