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Technical Sourcer

Amsterdam

At Optiver, we move fast and think deeply. Our edge comes from exceptional people and finding them starts with you. As a Technical Sourcer, you’ll play a key role in building the teams that power our trading and technology operations. You’ll combine curiosity with precision to uncover top talent in one of the most competitive markets in the world. Using data, technology, and a collaborative approach, you’ll identify, engage, and inspire the people who will help Optiver keep leading the way. 

 

What you’ll do 

  • Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to define talent needs, calibrate candidate profiles, and build sourcing strategies. 
  • Map markets and talent pools: identify, research, and engage high-potential candidates across multiple channels and regions. 
  • Engage and convert passive talent through tailored, high-touch outreach that tells Optiver’s story. 
  • Develop and maintain proactive pipelines to support both current and future hiring needs. 
  • Deliver insights provide hiring teams with data on market trends, compensation, competitor movement, and sourcing performance. 
  • Screen candidates for interest and qualifications while delivering a compelling and consistent Optiver pitch.
  • Track and optimize sourcing metrics such as response rate, pipeline conversions, and other metrics to continuously improve efficiency. 
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to elevate candidate experience and employer branding. 
  • Continuously experiment with new sourcing tools and AI-enabled platforms to improve reach and efficiency. 

 

Who you are 

  • 3+ years of sourcing, recruiting or executive search experience, with a focus on technical or hard-to-fill roles in a competitive market. 
  • Deep knowledge of sourcing strategies, candidate engagement, and talent market trends. 
  • Strong consultative skills and the ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders. 
  • Passion for building inclusive pipelines and using data to drive strategy. 
  • High attention to detail, follow-through, and a commitment to delivering excellent candidate experiences. 
  • Able to manage multiple searches and shifting priorities without losing momentum. 
  • Familiar and comfortable using technology and AI tools to work smarter at scale. 

 

Who we are  

At Optiver, our mission is to constantly improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and acting as a stabilizing force no matter the market conditions. With a focus on continuous improvement, we participate in the safeguarding of healthy and efficient markets for everyone who participates. As one of the largest market making institutions, we are a trusted partner of 70+ exchanges across the globe. 

 

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. Motivated by a passion for continuous improvement, you’ll thrive in a supportive, high-performing environment alongside talented colleagues, working collectively to tackle the toughest problems in the financial markets. 

 

In addition, you’ll receive: 

  • A performance-based bonus structure, enabling all of our employees to benefit from our global profit pool. 
  • The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals from over 50 different countries. 
  • 25 paid vacation days in your first year, increasing to 30 from your second year onwards. 
  • Training opportunities, discounts on health insurance, and fully paid first-class commuting expenses. 
  • Extensive office perks, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, world-class barista coffee, in-house physio and chair massages, organized sports and leisure activities, and Friday afternoon drinks. 
  • Training and continuous learning opportunities, including access to conferences and tech events. 
  • Competitive relocation packages and visa sponsorship where necessary for expats. 

 

 

How to apply 

Apply directly via the form below. If you have any questions feel free to contact our Recruitment team via our recruitment inquiry form. 

Please note: 

  • We do not require any assistance from third-parties including agencies in the recruitment of this role 
  • We cannot accept applications via email 

 

 

Diversity statement 

Optiver is committed to diversity and inclusion. 

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