Experienced FX/Forex Trader

Gelber Group LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Health club membership

Generous vacation time

Social events

Job summary

Gelber Group LLC in Chicago is seeking an Experienced FX Trader to manage their own trading book focused on FX products. The role involves collaborating across trading desks, analyzing market trends, and developing trading strategies while ensuring compliance with core risk standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of proven profitability in FX trading, strong communication skills, and a self-starter attitude. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of verified risk-adjusted profitability in FX trading.
• Proven self-starter with exceptional product knowledge.
• Ability to manage and communicate risk effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own trading book focused on FX products.
• Analyze market trends and identify trading opportunities.
• Develop and refine trading strategies using historical data.

Skills

Risk-adjusted profitability in FX markets

Communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency with trading platforms

Entrepreneurial mindset

Self-starter mentality

Strong work ethic

Tools

Trading platforms

Market data analysis tools

Job description

As an Experienced FX Trader, you will have a real opportunity to have a huge impact on the firm. You will work side by side with other successful and talented individuals to capitalize on market opportunities. This role is for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, a competitive attitude, and a proven record of profitability in a trading position for at least 2 years.

This position will require a strong emphasis on in-person presence in our Chicago office, located in River North right next to the Merchandise Mart and convenient to public transportation.

What You’ll Do

• Manage your own trading book with a focus on FX products
• Collaborate across your trading desk to execute teams’ goals while ensuring core risk standards are met
• Analyze market trends, order flow, and technical patterns to identify trading opportunities
• Develop, test, and refine your trading strategies using historical data and real-time market conditions
• Continuously monitor macroeconomic events, central bank policy shifts, and geopolitical developments to identify opportunities
• Conduct research to develop new strategies and improve the performance of your existing strategies
• Monitor material changes in levels of risk and variance in PnL, especially focused around deviation from your plans, and proactively communicate those changes to leadership
• Grow your own business through mentorships

What We’d Like To See

• 2 years or more of verified risk-adjusted profitability in FX markets
• Entrepreneurial mindset with competitive nature
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work autonomously and as a team player
• Proven self-starter with exceptional product knowledge, trading methodology, and market insight
• Ability to manage and communicate risk in accordance with the policies and limits set forth by the Firm
• Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data analysis tools
• Openness to feedback and willingness to adapt your trading style with changes in market conditions
• Strong work ethic, and understanding that the more you put into your craft, the more you’ll get out of it
• Mentality of continuous improvement

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position in Chicago, IL is $72,000 to $120,000. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; geographic location; and internal equity. In addition to your salary, our total rewards package includes health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement, and discretionary bonus, enhancing your overall total rewards package.

Benefits Highlights

• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage
• Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Brand new office in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, attached to the Merchandise Mart and “EL” stop and a short walk from both Ogilvie and Union Train Stations
• Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)
• Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Catered lunch provided Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursdays and stocked pantry daily and monthly continental breakfasts
• Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company party
• Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment including a golf simulator and pool table
• Employee referral bonus program
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code

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