Hi, we are Particula, the leading rating and monitoring platform for digital assets! Our mission? To make the market for digital assets more accessible, secure and transparent for institutional investors. We support issuers, trading facilities, banks and asset managers to create trust, minimize risks and allocate capital effectively. Join our team and shape the future of the financial world with us!

👋 About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Analyst with a strong background in financial analysis and credit ratings. In this role, you will play a key part in advancing our rating and monitoring platform for digital assets.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our methodologies remain at the forefront of industry standards and deliver actionable insights to our clients. The ideal candidate (m/f/d) would have a minimum of 3 years of proven experience in the financial industry, with a strong focus on credit risk and credit ratings.

They would also bring an understanding of structured finance risk management practices, which would be considered an advantage. Familiarity with real-world assets (RWA)/tokenization, smart contracts, and blockchain technology is essential, along with a passion for digital assets and a drive to innovate in a rapidly evolving market.

Tasks

• Aggregating and analyzing data to gain meaningful insights and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the data.
• Prepare and write comprehensive rating reports, including conceptualization, data analysis and clear presentation of results.
• Coordinate internal requirements and constraints with developers, marketing, sales and external partners to ensure product alignment with business objectives and customer needs.
• Ensure that research activities and data aggregation meet the highest quality standards and comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Seek opportunities to continuously improve data collection, automation, analytics and reporting processes. Keep ahead of industry best practices.
• Improve our holistic rating framework by ensuring the accuracy and relevance of metrics by analyzing market conditions and trends in digital assets.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of proven experience in the financial industry, with a strong focus on credit risk and credit ratings; experience with structured finance risk management practices is considered an advantage.
• Demonstrated expertise in blockchain technology, smart contracts, and tokenized assets, with practical knowledge of real-world asset (RWA) applications in digital finance.
• Proficient in data analytics, with hands-on experience in leveraging analytical tools and methodologies to extract actionable insights; familiarity with Agile and Scrum frameworks for collaborative project delivery.
• Deep understanding of financial markets, investment strategies, and regulatory frameworks governing digital assets, including emerging standards for compliance and risk management.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with a track record of working effectively with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to produce clear, comprehensive reports and presentations.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, capable of developing and executing plans based on market research, industry trends, and data-driven insights.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and adaptability to new market developments, technological advancements, and evolving industry best practices.

Benefits

• Offsites with the team in exciting locations
• Flexible working hours in a company that relies on remote work
• Exciting product in a very dynamic market environment
• Values-based start-up culture
• Many opportunities to develop further and network with committed people
• Flat hierarchy
• Cash salary: gross annual salary & potential share options for outstanding performance

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