Macro Equity Index Analyst — Trading Desk Impact

Optiver US LLC; 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 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.