SENIOR BD MANAGER - CIS

🚀 About Flipster Flipster(flipster.io) is a high-performance crypto perpetuals trading platform on a mission to create the most efficient, frictionless, and high-performance trading experience. Engineered by traders and optimized for trading, Flipster combines zero spreads, instant execution, and capital efficiency to deliver a platform where performance is the product. Operating globally and serving users in nearly 200 countries, Flipster is built for crypto traders who demand the ultimate perpetual trading experience — from active retail users to degens to seasoned pros — while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and security. What you'll be doing • Own and grow trading volume in your assigned region through KOL partnerships, affiliate programmes, and BD-led community initiatives • Identify, approach, and close relationships with high-impact KOLs — crypto influencers, trading communities, and content creators with proven conversion track records • Leverage your existing network to accelerate onboarding: bring in fellow BDs, KOLs, and partners you've already built trust with • Develop and execute region-specific go-to-market strategies, adapting global BD playbooks to local market dynamics • Represent the exchange at regional events, meetups, and in key community channels • Work closely with Product, Marketing, and Compliance to structure competitive partnership terms What we're looking for • Minimum 3+ years of BD experience at a centralised exchange (CEX), with a track record you can demonstrate in trading volume or partnership outcomes • Proven BD track record at a centralised exchange (CEX) — demonstrated in trading volume growth or partnership outcomes • Proven specialisation in KOL acquisition and affiliate programme management — not just relationship maintenance, but origination and deal-closing • An existing network in your region: KOLs, BD counterparts, community leads, or trading groups you have active relationships with and can activate • Based in target market; no relocation considered • Comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy and ownership in a lean, fast-moving team Preferred • Demonstrated ability to build a sub-team or bring in talent from your prior network • Active in the local crypto trading community, not just professionally but personally What you'll be working on Real volume targets in markets that matter. A scrappy, high-ownership BD function with room to build. Direct access to product and leadership to get deals structured quickly. If you've already built a book of KOL relationships and want to put it to work at a growing exchange, this is the role.