Optiver SPX Floor Analyst vs Bulge Bracket (Citi, Barc, DB, UBS) S&T
Currently deciding between these two roles, leaning towards the S&T offer but wanted to hear everyone’s thoughts on it. Comp is more or less the same and Optiver is in Chicago while the S&T offer is NYC.
Here is the description for the Floor Analyst position: • Communicate real-time trade information from CBOE’s SPX pit to Optiver’s in-house trading floor in Amsterdam • Report on Optiver Floor Trader’s decisions and execution • Analyze and assign importance to floor information queue to enhance Optiver’s trading decisions • Act as facilitator and intermediary between in-house Trading team and exchange-based Floor Traders • Coordinate information flow amongst Optiver’s Floor Traders • Maintain and update S&P Trading team’s visualization and graphics enhancements • Build skills and trading acumen as a Floor Trader trainee • Track trading strategies and report on profit and loss (PnL) results
Would you guys take this role over a S&T analyst offer?
Well, it really depends on your personal interests and career goals. Both roles have their own unique advantages.
The Optiver SPX Floor Analyst role seems to offer a more specialized experience, with a focus on real-time trade information and coordination between trading teams. This could be a great opportunity if you're interested in a more niche area of finance and want to build specific skills in trading and strategy tracking.
On the other hand, a S&T role at a Bulge Bracket like Citi, Barc, DB, or UBS could offer a broader experience and potentially more mobility within the finance industry. These firms have a strong reputation and a wide network, which could be beneficial for future career opportunities.
Ultimately, you should consider which role aligns more with your long-term career goals, interests, and the kind of work environment you thrive in.
Optiver role is more desirable IMO.
How so? Since it's quant, it may have a higher comp to start, but it seems like an operations role, vs. front end S&T there is a lot of room for advancement.
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