Graduate Risk Analyst 2023 Start - Chicago

Optiver is now hiring Graduate Risk Analyst 2023 Start - Chicago in Chicago, IL. View job listing details and apply now. 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 70 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 Optiver Chicagos culture parallels the energetic city were immersed in Home to the Chicago Board of Trade Chicago Board Options Exchange and Chicago Mercantile Exchange Chicago has established itself as the trading capital of the US Active on leading US exchanges Optivers Chicago office trades a wide range of products from listed derivatives to cash equities ETFs bonds and foreign exchange What youll do Optiver is looking for a Risk Analyst to join our ambitious results-driven Risk team who is focused on analyzing and improving our risk framework The ideal candidate has an affinity for financial markets and a strong quantitative amp technical background As Risk Analyst you will work closely with traders to develop and improve our risk systems methodologies and limits Conduct data analysis to improve and enhance our risk framework Perform stress tests and analyze the risk of various trading positions Clearly communicate risk data and positions to key internal stakeholders Proactively keep track of relevant news that might impact our trading positions and strategies Report risk violations to the Chief Risk Officer and the Trading department Collaborate with software developers to developmaintain risk tools Proactively identify capture and evaluate risk incidents Analyze ordersquoting behavior of our electronic execution strategies Monitor regulatory capital limits Who you are Bachelors degree in a quantitative or STEM related field Strong analytical and problem solving skills Basic understanding of options pricing theory and the ability to understand trading strategies Proficiency in Python Excellent numerical skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong sense of ownership Ability to make informed decisions in fast paced trading environment Legal authorization to work in the US is required we will not sponsor individuals for employment authorization for this job opening What youll get Work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 40 different countries Performance based bonus structure that is unmatched anywhere in the industry We combine our profits across desks teams and offices into a global profit pool fostering a truly collaborative environment to work in Ownership over initiatives that directly solve business problems Alongside this you will get great other benefits such as 25 paid vacation days and market holidays fully paid commuting expenses and health insurance daily breakfast and lunch training opportunities 401k match up to 50 and charitable match opportunities regular social events and clubs and many more