Optiver Graduate Stories

Working on a wide range of interesting problems with smart people, in an informal and approachable environment.

I really enjoy the level of collaboration and teamwork that I have in my role – since working here I’ve done projects with almost every team.

I love getting to see some of the more niche maths I learned at university have a direct measurable application to a ‘real world problem’.

I’m surrounded by a group of very talented people who are passionate about what they are doing and always happy to share.

It was a short step to discover that within the industry, Optiver was the best.

I love that I have the autonomy to focus on problems that I will have the most impact on.

As a risk manager, we evaluate possible scenarios and the risks, develop frameworks and put systems in place to minimise their impact.

It’s not just about here’s a problem, solve it and then it’s done forever. It’s more like here’s a possible solution, and how can we make it even better.