No realistic expectation - Anonymous employee Optiver Employee Review

1.0
Oct 1, 2019
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Good Bonus Nice restaurant Nice entertainment for workers during the whole year aiming to maintain a "cool, humble environment" but it is far away to be true. Good for young people who wants to make carrier

Cons

Workload is TOO MUCH. No realistic expectation They are NEVER satisfied with your work Work extra-hours is the company`s culture. The CFO is not a reliable person. Very persuasive and intimidating. Shouts with his employees.

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Cons

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3.0
May 21, 2026
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Pros

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Cons

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