As an Institutional Sales Trader at Optiver you will leverage our unique strength in volatility analytics and real-time observations to provide timely and impactful content to counterparties that aids in deeper relationships and drives more trading activity.

Who we are:

Optiver is a tech-driven trading firm and leading global market maker. As one of the oldest market making institutions, we are a trusted partner of 50+ exchanges across the globe. Our mission is to constantly improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and acting as a stabilising force no matter the market conditions. With a focus on continuous improvement, we participate in the safeguarding of healthy and efficient markets for everyone who participates.

As one of the world’s major financial centres, London was selected as the home of Optiver’s FX trading business, our UK-focused Institutional Trading Team and rapidly growing commodities trading arm. Optiver UK is located in a city that bridges European, Asian and American time zones, connecting our regional offices and embracing a truly global mindset. London is one of the most diverse cities in the world, and is home to some of the best museums, a thriving international restaurant scene and bustling high streets that attract people from all over the globe.

What you’ll do:

As an Institutional Sales Trader, you will have the chance to play key role in growing Optiver’s DCP franchise, primarily across Commodities, but also in FX. In addition to being an integral part of increasing DCP interactions, you will also help steer the trading desks’ evolution and growth into new markets. Specifically, you will:

• Establish, develop and maintain relationships with counterparts in the commodities space
• Execute trades with counterparts, act as point person in sequences, and be in between Optiver traders and counterparts
• Assist derivatives traders in their direct trading with counterparts, guiding on sequence dialogue and giving context to help trading price most effectively
• Support our trading team’s growing understanding of both individual and wider DCP sector trading to help inform their trading efforts
• Develop participant profiles, reports and analyses
• Work with the marketing team to develop and maintain content as it pertains to direct trading initiatives
• Attend conferences and seminars for related products

Who you are and what you bring:

• Experienced Institutional Sales Trader with a focus on commodities (additional experience in FX beneficial)
• Strong knowledge about the derivatives market and its participants at CME & ICE exchanges
• Existing contacts with derivatives end-users and the ability to build a book of counterparties
• Experience in dealing with hedge funds, both from transactional and market conversational perspective
• A willingness to travel and meet face to face with prospective and current counterparties
• An ability to entertain and manage the organisation of events
• A proactive nature that allows you to learn quickly and impact counterparties autonomously
• The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• A deep understanding of rules and regulations governing the markets we trade

What you’ll get:

At Optiver UK, you will be part of a well-established and high-performing global firm whilst experiencing the excitement that comes from a growing operation. As our London operations grow, the opportunity to make a global impact and take your career to a new level expands with it. We offer a supportive environment for you to perform at your best. Some of our key benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration
• 27 paid vacation days (plus UK public holidays)
• Daily onsite breakfast and lunch
• Paid commuting expenses (home to office)
• 50% paid gym subscription
• Private medical insurance
• Pension scheme
• Training, conference attendance and continuous learning opportunities
• International transfer opportunities

How to apply:

Apply directly via the form below and please provide us with a CV and letter of motivation in English. Should there be a potential match, a member of our team will reach out sooner rather than later. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to [email protected].

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DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

As an intentionally flat organisation, we believe that great ideas and impact can come from everyone. We are passionate about empowering individuals and creating diverse teams that thrive. Every person at Optiver should feel included, valued and respected, because we believe our best work is done together.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is hardwired through every stage of our hiring process. We encourage applications from candidates from any and all backgrounds, and we welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process to ensure that you can best demonstrate your abilities.