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Job description
As one of the world’s leading market making firms, Optiver is committed to improving the market by providing liquidity across all market conditions. Our Institutional Trading teams play a key role in this mission, partnering with over 600+ counterparties globally.
As we continue to grow, we’re seeking experienced sales traders who are excited to contribute within a collaborative, high-impact environment. We value initiative, thoughtful problem-solving, and diverse perspectives – your contributions will help shape trading strategies and strengthen our relationships across the market.
What You’ll Do
Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with key participants in US ETF market
Partner closely with traders to understand Optiver’s trading strategies and liquidity offering
Handle and manage order flow through various execution venues
Develop participant profiles, reports, and insights to support engagement with counterparties
Actively manage and update our CRM system to ensure accurate relationship tracking
Represent Optiver at industry conferences and seminar
What You’ll Get
The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries
Highly competitive compensation package
Global profit-sharing pool and performance-based bonus structure
401(k) match up to 50%
Comprehensive health, mental, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
25 paid vacation days alongside market holidays
Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and snacks, regular social events, clubs, sporting leagues and more
Who You Are
2+ years of experience in ETF sales trading, capital market, or related trading/sales roles
Deep understanding of ETF market mechanics and key participants
Experience building relationships within US ETF ecosystem
Ability to handle automated and directed order flow at scale
Skilled at organization and participating in events, and comfortable presenting information to diverse audiences.
Open to travel and in-person meetings with current and potential counterparties.
Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset and a drive to continuously learn and grow.
Comfortable working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Deep understanding of rules and regulations governing the equity options markets
Bachelor’s degree required.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required; we will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job opening.
Who We Are
At Optiver, our mission is to improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and stabilizing the market no matter the conditions. With a focus on continuous improvement, we prioritize safeguarding the health and efficiency of the markets for all participants. As one of the largest market making institutions, we are a respected partner on 100+ exchanges across the globe.
Our differences are our edge. Optiver does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.
Below is the expected base salary for this position. This position will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus and Optiver’s benefits package with the benefits listed above.
Base Salary Range
$200,000—$200,000 USD
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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