Macro Analyst

Optiver Holding BV; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 50%

Comprehensive health coverage

Extensive office perks including meals and events

Job summary

Optiver US LLC is looking for an Equity Index Macro Analyst to provide research and trade recommendations on macro events impacting equity index markets. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of experience and thrive in a competitive environment.

This role involves analyzing macro events, generating trade ideas, and collaborating with intrafirm analysts. The position offers competitive compensation, a profit-sharing pool, and extensive health coverage, emphasizing a vibrant workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 5 years of experience analyzing macro events and their impact on equity index markets.
• Fluency in English with highly effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and generate a theoretical value for macro events and their impact on equity indices.
• Generate trade ideas based on this theoretical value.
• Monitor and analyze structural flows in equity index markets.

Skills

Analyzing macro events

Effective communication

Identifying emerging opportunities

Understanding of fiscal and monetary policy impact

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Bloomberg

Reuters

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:

• 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
• 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

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.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, or other legally protected characteristics.

Base Salary Range

$200,000 — $200,000 USD