["Full-Time"]
Remote
SaaS
jobicy
About this role
About the opportunity The BD Manager is responsible for the overall affiliate growth strategy and execution for OKX in MENA, working with our global team. The BD Manager will proactively seek out and engage closely with potential MENA crypto partners for the purpose of user acquisition and expansion of the OKX platform in the region.
What You'll Be Doing
Proactively identify and develop affiliates with communities and relationships that consist of HNW clients and professional traders
Manage and enhance relationships with HNW clients in MENA, being in contact with them frequently, build partnerships with influencers for the purpose of user acquisition
Planning and execution of online and some offline marketing activities, events, and campaigns with influencers/KOLs or media channels
Expand the user base and grow awareness of the OKX brand
Devise creative ways to identify potential affiliates/KOLs and acquire users
What We Look For In You
Solid experience in Cryptocurrency, Finance, FX or any related space, with a track record in building large affiliate networks from start to finish
Experience in business development or affiliate management
Solid connections in the region with HNW clients and professional traders
Solid project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Understanding of fundamental affiliate customer acquisition KPIs and optimization methods to improve performance through data analysis and segmentation
Fluent in English and Arabic is a MUST
Nice to Haves
Bonus points if you have previously worked at a crypto exchange!
Experience working across time zones and cross-cultural teams
Passionate about blockchain technology and the crypto payments space
Notice:
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