SMA / Capital Allocation for Crypto Quantitative T

**On Behalf of a Discretionary Allocator / Multi-Manager Platform** We are partnering with an established allocator (running internal funds + external SMAs) actively seeking high-quality quantitative trading teams and individual traders to allocate significant capital. **Allocator Background** - Experienced multi-manager allocator with roots in traditional finance (ex-Brevan Howard, Citadel Multi-Manager etc). - Currently manages ~$20M+ AUM across strategies, including 3 internal funds launched in 2024 and large external SMAs, plans to scale to 100M+ with investors ready to deploy. - Team footprint: London & New York trading/PM focus; engineering support (consulting basis) in Hong Kong. - Proven track record in equity multi-manager and market-neutral/arbitrage approaches. - Deep crypto trading connections and capital introduction expertise. **What We're Looking For** Proven teams or individuals generating consistent P&L in **Crypto** : - Quantitative / systematic strategies - High-Frequency Trading (HFT) - Statistical / execution arbitrage - Delta-neutral / market-neutral setups - Relative value, latency-driven edges, counterparty/special connections, or niche arbitrage opportunities **Ideal Profiles Include** - Current or former prop traders / small teams at established prop firms or hedge funds. - Independent quant groups with live track record but latent / under-deployed capacity. - Individuals or small teams (2-5 people) with strong engineering, low-latency execution, or unique alpha sources. - Top performing teams at any scale interested in external funding. - Preference for backgrounds from top-tier firms (HFT shops, multi-strats, pods, etc.). **The Opportunity** - Significant capital allocation via SMA or fund structure (external mandate, no need to launch your own full fund). - Competitive economics: performance-aligned (fixed + variable components discussed based on strategy/track record). - Discovery & trust-based process: direct conversations with allocator to explore fit. - Potential to scale with proven results; allocator has onboarded external teams successfully. - Flexible: can be individuals, pods, or small teams — not requiring a full prop firm setup. This is not a traditional job — it's an introduction to capital for strong performers who may be capacity-constrained, seeking better terms, or open to external backing at the right time. **How To Express Interest (Confidential)** If this aligns with your current setup or strategy, please apply directly or reach out privately with: - Brief overview of your strategy / edge (market neutral, arb, HFT, etc.) - Track record summary (Sharpe, drawdowns, capacity estimates, AUM if applicable) - Current setup (solo, team size, location, prop/hedge background)