Institutional Trader • Mid-Level

Who you are

You possess a unique blend of high emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills, which are essential for building and maintaining relationships with brokers and trading desks. Your quantitative ability allows you to analyze market data effectively, enabling you to make informed trading decisions. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where split-second decisions can significantly impact profitability. Your experience in trading or finance equips you with the knowledge necessary to navigate complex market structures and regulations. You are a team player who collaborates closely with other traders to ensure well-informed decision-making. Your proactive approach to identifying new market opportunities demonstrates your commitment to maximizing success in trading strategies.

What you'll do

As an Institutional Trader at Optiver, you will be instrumental in executing large-order trading strategies while managing relationships with brokers and direct counterparties. You will identify and capitalize on market opportunities, both independently and as part of a trading team. Your role will involve making split-second trading decisions that can instantly impact profitability, requiring you to stay alert and responsive to market changes. You will work closely with Screen Traders to ensure that your decisions are well-informed and strategically sound. Additionally, you will represent Optiver’s quotes and execute orders with some of the world’s largest trading desks via phone, IM, and Bloomberg. Negotiating prices with brokers and other relevant parties will be a key part of your responsibilities, as will improving execution and access to volume. You will also contribute to enhancing systems and tools to capture data effectively, ensuring that your trading strategies are data-driven and efficient.

What we offer

Optiver is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered. We offer a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and development. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced traders and gain insights into the trading industry. Our commitment to innovation means that you will be involved in improving our trading systems and strategies, allowing you to make a tangible impact on our operations. We believe in supporting our employees' well-being and work-life balance, providing a range of benefits to ensure a fulfilling work experience.