Who We Are
Optiver is a global tech-driven trading firm, with offices in Amsterdam, Sydney, London, Singapore, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Taipei, Chicago and Austin. Founded in 1986, today we are a leading liquidity provider, with close to 2,000 employees in offices around the world, united in our commitment to improve the market through competitive pricing, execution and risk management. By providing liquidity on multiple exchanges across the world in various financial instruments we participate in the safeguarding of healthy and efficient markets. We provide liquidity to financial markets using our own capital, at our own risk, trading a wide range of products: listed derivatives, cash equities, ETFs, bonds and foreign currencies.
In Asia Pacific, Optiver was one of the first global market makers to establish a presence in the region, with the incorporation Optiver's APAC head office in Sydney in 1996. Since then, we have expanded our footprint by establishing offices in Taipei (2005), Hong Kong (2007), Shanghai (2012) and Singapore (2021).The business in Mumbai is newly created and deemed to be an integral part of the APAC strategy over the coming years, with anticipation of significant growth.
What You'll Do
- Setting up Optiver India's Operations function to support business activities in Equity Derivatives, Currency Derivatives, Equity Cash Segments (and subsequently for Commodities Derivatives segment)
- Working closely with internal stakeholder and external vendors for setting up the operations platform i.e. implementation of appropriate systems, process and controls to support trade settlement & risk management
- Establishing & managing processes for day-to-day settlement activities i.e. settlement of funds/securities with clearing member / stock exchanges / clearing corporation.
- Establishing & managing processes for Collateral Management (in the form of cash, bank guarantees, Government securities) with clearing member / clearing corporation.
- Establishing & managing processes for Trades and Positions reconciliation against clearing members and clearing corporations, Bank reconciliations, DP account reconciliations, CSGL account reconciliations etc.
- Establishing & managing processes for Cash management including fund transfers for margins, settlement obligations, Fees etc. between the Company, clearing member, clearing corporation.
- Establishing & managing processes for Regulatory reporting and Co-ordinating periodic regulatory audits
- Co-ordinating yearly statutory audits (including ICFR audits) to demonstrate existence and effectiveness of key controls in trade life cycle.
- Manage working relationships with stock exchanges, clearing corporations, banks, Depository Participants and CSGL custodian.
Who You Are
- 12+ years of managing operations function with reputed Stock broking / trading firm.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Commerce or Business.
- Chartered Accountant, MBA or other such qualification preferred.
- Experience in managing small teams to meet deliverables in a high performing environment.
- Strong attention to details with experience in operational activities
- Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner.
- A pro-active, results-driven attitude
What You'll Get
- The chance to work alongside diverse, intelligent, and driven peers in a rewarding environment
- Competitive remuneration, including an attractive bonus structure
- Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities
- Competitive benefits
As an intentionally flat organization, we believe that great ideas and impact can come from everyone. We are passionate about empowering individuals and creating diverse teams that thrive. Every person at Optiver should feel included, valued and respected, because we believe our best work is done together.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is hardwired through every stage of our hiring process. We encourage applications from candidates from any and all backgrounds, and we welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process to ensure that you can best demonstrate your abilities.
