Transfer Pricing Manager

Our Asia Pacific Tax team is looking for an experienced transfer pricing professional who can apply their strong technical skills in a dynamic and fast moving environment to help the business transform and scale the global operating model.

WHO WE ARE:

Optiver is a leading global proprietary trading firm. We provide the most up-to-date and competitive prices to anyone wanting to buy or sell financial instruments. Achieving this requires excellence in everything we do. We constantly look for opportunities to advance and improve our pricing, trade execution, and risk management. This rigorous approach helps us realize our mission each and every day: improve the market

We have a performance-driven culture and continually strive for enhanced knowledge, innovative problem solving and streamlined systems and processes. We are passionate about creating value for the business and supporting the continued success of Optiver. We believe in people with ideas who challenge the status quo and want to help you reach your potential.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

You will report to the Head of Tax – Asia Pacific. The key functions that you will be responsible for are:

Liaise with department and country leads to identify new transfer pricing arrangements and undertake fact finding and functional interviews to determine where value is created and how business activities should be rewarded.

Collaborate with Finance colleagues to assist with the preparation of transfer pricing calculations and partner with the business to ensure successful implementation.

Analyse the transfer pricing and international tax implications of new business initiatives, products and strategies to be traded.

Prepare APAC transfer pricing documentation, undertake benchmarking studies and assist with the preparation of the Optiver Group master file.

Assist with revenue authority queries.

Manage key stakeholders within the business (Trading, IT, other Control functions such as Finance & Legal), external tax advisors, external & internal auditors and various APAC revenue authorities.

Keep up to date with changes in legislation / developments from the OECD.

Share knowledge, present training and provide guidance to other control departments and the business to build awareness of transfer pricing requirements.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

The successful candidate will have 5- 10 years’ experience in transfer pricing and international tax (within a Big 4, tax team of a large corporate or revenue authority). Financial services experience and an interest in trading and global markets will be beneficial.

For us, the difference between a ‘good’ and a ‘great’ candidate will be demonstrating your drive to seek a deep understanding of the business problem, the ability to conduct independent research, as well as consider the long-term impact of the advice you give to your business stakeholders.

To be successful in this role you will need to be ambitious, eager to learn (both technical and business issues) and be a proactive self-starter.

Personal competencies

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent organisational and planning skills

Proactive

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure

Flexible attitude

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

The chance to work alongside diverse, intelligent, and driven peers in a rewarding environment

Competitive remuneration, including an attractive bonus structure and additional leave entitlements

Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities

Gym membership plus weekly in-house chair massages

Daily breakfast, lunch and an in-house barista

Regular social events including an annual company trip

A work-from-home allowance and support

As an intentionally flat organisation, we believe that great ideas and impact can come from everyone. We are passionate about empowering individuals and creating diverse teams that thrive. Every person at Optiver should feel included, valued and respected, because we believe our best work is done together.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is hardwired through every stage of our hiring process. We encourage applications from candidates from any and all backgrounds, and we welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process to ensure that you can best demonstrate your abilities.