Optiver is looking for a versatile, experienced HR Generalist to join our collaborative Human Resources team. The right individual is a self-starter, innovative, and able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment. This person will be a trusted resource for our employees and a strategic thought partner in HR policy guidance and interpretation.

What you’ll do:

• Be an oracle of knowledge – provide insight and information regarding various HR-related questions and concerns to all levels of staff
• Manage and resolve employee relations issues, including employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development)
• Conduct off-boarding tasks, including exit interviews
• Own immigration process and strategy in partnership with Optiver’s global offices
• Assist with benefits and 401(k) plan administration as needed. Understand and communicate our benefit offerings to employees.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Wear multiple hats – provide ad-hoc support for the Human Resources team and collaborative efforts as a firm

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Administration, or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of previous Human Resources Generalist experience
• Experience in a wide array of areas within HR such as onboarding, benefits, visa & immigration, employee relations, training & development, employee relations, etc.
• Working knowledge of benefits plans, benefits-related policies, and associated laws (FMLA, COBRA, state disability laws, etc.)
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong customer service mentality and high degree of integrity, accountability, and emotional intelligence
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems

Who we are:

Optiver is a proprietary trading firm and leading global market maker. As one of the oldest market making institutions, we are a trusted partner of 50+ exchanges across the globe. Our mission is to constantly improve the market by injecting liquidity, providing accurate pricing, increasing transparency and acting as a stabilising 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.