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Optiver

Macro Analyst

Chicago, IL

You will sit directly on the trading desk, where you will be able to influence trading decisions and positions on a daily basis. What you'll do As an Equity Index Macro Analyst at Optiver, you will ...

IMC

Macro Analyst

Chicago, IL

As a Macro Research Analyst on our US Index desk in Chicago, you will partner closely with Traders to identify trading opportunities in the markets for US index futures and options. Based in our ...

Optiver

Macro Analyst (Chicago)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$200K/yr

You will sit directly on the trading desk, where you will be able to influence trading decisions and positions on a daily basis. What you'll do * Leverage macro events, structural flows, and market ...

Boutique Recruiting

Equity Sales Trader

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$85K - $120K/yr

Equity Sales Trader We are partnering with a rapidly growing institutional platform that is ... and macro intelligence offering. This is an opportunity to join a firm experiencing explosive ...

IMC

Macro Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

As a Macro Research Analyst on our US Index desk in Chicago, you will partner closely with Traders to identify trading opportunities in the markets for US index futures and options. Based in our ...

Wells Fargo

CFO of Macro

New York, NY

Summary The CFO - Macro is responsible for leading all financial strategy, planning, and performance management for the Macro business (e.g., rates, FX, macro trading, FI finance). This role partners ...

Optiver Holding BV

Macro Analyst (Chicago)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$200K/yr

You will sit directly on the trading desk, where you will be able to influence trading decisions ... Analyze and generate a theoretical value for each major macro event and its impact on equity ...

Point72

Macro Quantitative Researcher

New York, NY

Perform rigorous and innovative research to develop systematic signals for global macro (futures ... Develop systematic trading models across global futures (equity indices, commodities and fixed ...

Point72

Macro Quantitative Researcher

New York, NY · On-site

Perform rigorous and innovative research to develop systematic signals for global macro (futures ... Develop systematic trading models across global futures (equity indices, commodities and fixed ...

Bravos Research

Trader & Trading Coach

New York, NY · On-site

Our strategy combines macro and technical analysis. We look at economic data and signals from ... As a Trader at Bravos Research , you will play a key role in our real-time trading operations. You ...

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Macro Analyst

Optiver

Chicago, IL

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Optiver's Index Options Market Making team is looking for an Equity Index Macro Analyst to provide research and trade recommendations on macro events and their impact on equity index markets. Ideal candidates will have a self-starter and competitive mentality and are excited by the opportunity to bring their knowledge and skills to a growing team.

A thoughtful and proactive approach to risk-taking is essential to succeed in this role. You will play a critical role on our team and have the opportunity to make a material impact to the firm's PnL. You will sit directly on the trading desk, where you will be able to influence trading decisions and positions on a daily basis. 

What you'll do

As an Equity Index Macro Analyst at Optiver, you will be responsible for leveraging macro events, structural flows, and market positioning to provide research and trade recommendations for equity index products. As a member of our team, you will work in close collaboration with Traders and Analysts to creatively solve problems and identify new trading opportunities.

As a Macro Analyst, your key responsibilities include:

  • Analyze and generate a theoretical value for each major macro event and its impact on equity indices
  • Generate trade ideas based on this theoretical value and market positioning
  • Monitor and analyze structural flows and positioning in equity index markets and their impact on prices
  • Collaborate intrafirm with other macro analysts to develop event theos
  • Monitor and analyze the evolution of real time events and their impact on equity index products
  • Interface with connections through industry to better understand the macro picture and equity market structure

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

  • Minimum of Bachelor's degree
  • At least 5 years of experience analyzing macro events and their impact on equity index markets (SPX, NDX, and related products)
  • An understanding of how events and changes in Fiscal and Monetary Policy impact equity indices and market volatility
  • Knowledge of structural flows and positioning dynamics in equity index markets and how they influence price action
  • A thorough understanding of the broader macro landscape and its transmission mechanisms to equity markets
  • Fluency in English with highly effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in identifying emerging opportunities and risks
  • Familiarity with various research/database platforms (Bloomberg, Reuters etc)
  • 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.

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