Staking Market Analyst

Figment is the world’s leading provider of blockchain infrastructure. We provide the most comprehensive staking solution for our over 500+ institutional clients including exchanges, wallets, foundations, custodians, and large token holders to earn rewards on their crypto assets. These clients rely on Figment’s institutional staking service including rewards optimization, rapid API development, rewards reporting, partner integrations, governance, and slashing protection. Figment is backed by industry experts, financial institutions and our global team across twenty three countries. This all leads to our mission to support the adoption, growth and long term success of the Web3 ecosystem.

We are a growth stage technology company – looking for people who are builders and doers. People who are comfortable plotting their course through ambiguity and uncertainty to drive impact and who are excited to work in new ways and empower a generative company culture.

We are seeking a highly skilled Staking Market Analyst for a 3-6 month project focused on obtaining market intelligence around staking and the global landscape of institutional staking. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of market trends, the ability to analyze data, and provide actionable insights to help predict the future of staking by 2025. 

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market research on the institutional staking landscape in North America, EMEA, APAC, and LATAM. Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory developments impacting the global staking ecosystem.
• Identify key market drivers, opportunities, and challenges within the staking sector.
• Monitor and report on the competitive landscape, providing insights into competitors' strategies and market positioning.
• Develop detailed market intelligence reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Provide actionable insights, sales intelligence, and strategic recommendations to help Figment.io navigate the future staking landscape.
• Produce a prioritized prospect list of Figment’s Total Addressable Market (TAM) and Total Obtainable Market (TOM) by region and business type, informed by blockchain interest, Assets Under Management (AUM), and readiness for staking.
• Predict institutional staking market trends and outcomes for the industry in 2025 based on current data and trend analysis.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, product, and business development, to align market intelligence with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field. Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) is a plus.
• Proven experience as a Market Analyst, Research Analyst, or similar role, preferably within the blockchain or fintech industry.
• Strong understanding of the staking ecosystem and blockchain technology.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Experience building TAM, TOM lists for GTM teams.
• Proficient in using market research tools and software, such as Bloomberg, FactSet, or similar platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

One of Figment’s core principles is “Making the Invisible Visible” - ensuring transparency and information sharing in all communication. 

Compensation: The CAD compensation range for this contract position is CAD $50.00 - $75.00 / hour. The US compensation range for this contract position is USD $50.00 - $75.00 / hour.

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