The Trading Floor
OptiverAbout the Role
An exclusive event for early-career professionals offering rare access to Optiver's Amsterdam trading floor and a direct route into Institutional Trading. Over one Friday afternoon and evening, participants will join the live market environment to see how quantitative foundations and confidence in high-stakes conversations translate into trading roles on the desk.
Throughout the event, Institutional Traders will demonstrate how the role works through learning exercises, market simulations, fast-paced decision-making games, and relationship/negotiation challenges. Participants will get hands-on experience trading large orders with counterparties, compete in competitive challenges in rotating groups, and network with traders and like-minded peers from finance and consulting backgrounds. Strong performance may lead to a full-time offer as an Institutional Trader in February 2027.
Requirements
- 1–5 years of professional working experience
- Minimum of a BSc in a quantitative or technical field
- Currently situated in the Netherlands, UK or Europe
- Able to demonstrate at the time of application that you have the requisite visa or other travel authorisations in place to allow you to attend the event in person
- High EQ and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to positively influence outcomes
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Fast decision-making skills under pressure
- Competitive by nature, with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- You don't need previous experience in trading to take part
What You'll Get
- Visa sponsorship and relocation support are available for the role itself
- Reasonable adjustments during the process on request
- Networking with Institutional Traders and peers from across finance and consulting
- Learning and skill development in trading, market simulations and negotiation