Corporate Strategy Analyst Mumbai
At Optiver, you will find an environment of collaboration and passion for solving challenging problems. As a global market maker with offices across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the US, we combine diverse skill sets, unique minds, and a desire to be better. As we continue to scale our India presence, Corporate Strategy plays an important role in supporting our growth, navigating the external environment, and identifying new opportunities across markets.
That's where you come in.
In this role, you will work at the intersection of trading, strategy, and market structuregaining exposure to both analytical work and real-world business impact. You will work closely with the Head of Corporate Strategy (India), while collaborating with teams across trading, technology, and compliance. You will also gain exposure to external participants such as exchanges, brokers, and other ecosystem stakeholders.
What You'll Do
As a Corporate Strategy Analyst Mumbai, you'll work on a range of strategic, analytical, and execution-focused initiatives that support the growth of Optiver's India business. Responsibilities include:
Research, Analysis & Decision Support
- Conduct research on market structure, regulation, competitors, and new developments
- Track and synthesise market structure changes and industry developments, communicating relevant insights clearly
- Build and maintain dashboards and trackers to support internal visibility (e.g., market developments, exchange changes, competitive landscape)
- Support preparation of business cases and strategic initiatives
- Assist in analysing key external and internal drivers impacting the business
Technology & Data Enablement
- Use data tools, programming, and AI-based workflows to improve efficiency and insight generation
- Apply a data-driven approach to problem-solving and analysis
- Help identify opportunities to automate and streamline recurring processes
Execution & Project Support
- Support ongoing strategic projects through tracking, coordination, and follow-ups
- Assist in managing multiple workstreams with strong attention to detail
- Prepare clear and concise materials (notes, summaries, presentations) for internal use
Business Development & Market Engagement
- Assist in mapping the market ecosystem and identifying potential opportunities
- Support evaluation of new business opportunities and partnerships
- Support interactions with exchanges, brokers, and other market participants where required
- Act as a dependable support in day-to-day external coordination
What You'll Get
You'll join a culture of collaboration and excellence, where you'll be surrounded by curious thinkers and creative problem solvers. Driven by a passion for continuous improvement, you'll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues.
In return for your expertise, you'll receive a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
- A performance-based bonus structure unmatched anywhere in the industry
- The opportunity to work alongside diverse and highly intelligent peers
- Continuous learning, development, and upskilling opportunities
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and an in-house barista
- Gym/club membership, plus weekly massages
- Corporate health insurance
- Uber business for daily commute
- Regular social events, including a company trip every two years
- A fun, fast-paced team that loves what they do
- The opportunity to work closely with the Head of Corporate Strategy and gain hands-on exposure
- Direct exposure to trading, market structure, and business decision-making
- Involvement in high-impact projects as the India business continues to scale
- A unique combination of strategy, analytics, and market exposure in one role
Who You Are
- 34 years of experience in research, capital markets, trading, analytics, or fintech
- Strong academic background in engineering, quantitative, or technical disciplines preferred
- Analytical and detail-oriented, with a structured and data-driven approach to problem-solving
- Comfortable working with data, technology, or basic programming tools
- Ability to synthesise information and communicate insights clearly and concisely
- Curious and proactive, with an interest in markets and identifying new opportunities
- Strong organisational skills with good follow-through
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with different teams
- A collaborative team player who is eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
How To Apply
Apply directly via the form below for the position of Corporate Strategy Analyst Mumbai. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment team via [Confidential Information].
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