Trade Operations Manager

Trade Operations Manager at Trilitech, contributing to the Tezos ecosystem

We are seeking a Trade Operations / Middle Office Manager to support the scaling of xU3O8 (tokenised physical uranium) and a growing suite of tokenised metals products.

This role sits at the intersection of capital markets, commodities operations and blockchain infrastructure. You will ensure the day‑to‑day operational integrity of our products while acting as a key interface between internal teams and external ecosystem partners, including brokers, storage providers, custodians, exchanges, market makers, and technology vendors.

The role is execution‑focused and externally facing, with clear ownership of trade lifecycle management, operational readiness, and partner coordination as products scale in volume, complexity, and geographic reach.

At Trilitech, we drive innovation in Web3 by empowering developers and creators to build pioneering solutions on the Tezos blockchain. Our expertise spans core blockchain development, decentralised applications, infrastructure tooling, developer experience, and incubation programs, with a strong focus on cultural projects, decentralised finance, and gaming. We're dedicated to redefining possibilities and setting new standards within the rapidly evolving blockchain space.

Tezos is an open‑source blockchain known for its flexibility, security, and unique self‑evolving capabilities. With innovations like Etherlink —an EVM‑compatible Layer 2—Tezos is scaling rapidly and attracting a growing developer community. Its ecosystem supports diverse projects, from Uranium.io, a decentralized marketplace for tokenized uranium, to leading digital art platforms like

We encourage you to explore the Tezos website and follow us on Twitter & Discord to learn more about the project.

We’re looking for people who are proactive and resourceful — those who enjoy turning ideas into reality. You’ll have plenty of autonomy, and the chance to make a meaningful impact from day one. Bring your curiosity, energy, and determination, and you’ll play a key role in our growth journey. If you’re comfortable taking initiative, enjoy exploring new possibilities, and are passionate about RWAs and working in a fast‑paced environment, you’ll feel right at home here.

• Own the end‑to‑end operational workflow for xU3O8 and other metals products, from trade execution through settlement, token issuance, reconciliation, and reporting.

• Coordinate primary issuance, secondary market activity, and redemptions, ensuring alignment between on‑chain activity and off‑chain commodity flows.

• Monitor and resolve trade breaks, settlement exceptions, and reconciliation issues across fiat, commodity, and blockchain rails.

• Maintain accurate operational records across custody, storage, token supply, and inventory positions.

• Act as the primary day to day point of contact for external partners, including:

  • Commodity brokers and dealers

  • Storage and logistics providers

  • Custodians and trustees

  • Exchanges, venues, and liquidity providers

  • Blockchain infrastructure and oracle partners

• Ensure counter parties are operationally aligned with product specifications, SLAs, and scaling requirements.

• Support onboarding of new partners and assets as Metals.io expands into additional commodities.

• Work closely with Product, Legal, Compliance, and Engineering to ensure products are operationally robust prior to launch.

• Help define and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new metals, jurisdictions, and distribution channels.

• Support product evolution (e.g. new settlement models, venues, or DeFi integrations) from an operational risk perspective.

• Implement and maintain operational controls across inventory, issuance, and settlement.

• Produce internal reporting covering trade volumes, token supply, inventory coverage, and counter party exposure. Support audits, due diligence requests, and investor or partner reporting where required.

• Extensive experience in middle office, product…