Ecosystem Associate, India

Aptos is a people-first blockchain on a mission to help billions of people achieve universal and fair access to decentralized assets in a safe and scalable way.

Founded by some of the original creators and maintainers that researched, designed, and built the Diem blockchain to serve this purpose, we have dedicated several years toward this mission. We believe the open-source Diem technology we have developed is an important foundation of a safe and scalable web3 world where everyone has more equitable opportunities to grow and access financial assets with lower fees and fewer intermediaries.  

Aptos (Ohlone for "The People") encompasses our mission and ethos for why we build.

About the role:

We are seeking a dynamic and driven India Ecosystem Associate to join our team. This role is pivotal in supporting and managing relationships with our existing ecosystem builders while actively engaging in business development to onboard new startups and developers. The ideal candidate will be passionate about blockchain technology, possess excellent account management skills, and have a knack for identifying and cultivating new business opportunities.

What you'll be doing:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for a portion of the existing and prospective ecosystem builders in India.
• Provide ongoing support to builders, addressing any technical, operational, or strategic issues they may encounter.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with builders to ensure high levels of satisfaction and engagement.
• Conduct regular check-ins and performance reviews with ecosystem builders to track progress and identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with startup ecosystem builders and developers in India.
• Conduct market research to stay abreast of industry trends and emerging opportunities in the blockchain space.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective ecosystem builders, leveraging networking events, conferences, and industry contacts. 
• Develop and present compelling value propositions and partnership proposals to potential ecosystem builders.
• Negotiate partnership terms and agreements, ensuring mutual benefit and alignment with Aptos’ strategic goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., marketing, product, engineering) to ensure ecosystem builders have the resources and support needed to succeed.
• Assist ecosystem builders in integrating and utilizing Aptos’ blockchain solutions effectively.
• Organize and participate in events, workshops, and webinars to promote Aptos and engage with the community.
• Gather and share feedback from ecosystem builders to inform product development and improve the overall partner experience.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in investments, portfolio support, business development, or ecosystem management in the Web3/blockchain industry. 
• Established relationships with founders, VCs, and other key players in the Indian Web3 ecosystem is a plus.
• Strong understanding of blockchain technology and the Web3 ecosystem in India.
• Proven track record of building and managing successful partnerships.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English.
• Willingness to travel within India and the surrounding region as needed.

Our Benefits

• 100% insurance premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents (US Employees)
• Equipment of your choice
• Flexible vacation time, 11 holidays, and floating company days off 
• Competitive Salary
• Equity (RSUs) (US employees)
• Protocol Token Grants
• 401k matching (US Employees)
• Fun and inclusive in-person and digital events

Aptos is committed to diversity in the workplace, and we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not hire on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.