Experienced FX Trader: Profit-Driven, Fast-Paced Desk

Gelber Group; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

PTO

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Company party

Job summary

Gelber Group in Chicago seeks an experienced FX Trader to manage a trading book and capitalize on market opportunities. This role requires a strong work ethic, entrepreneurial mindset, and profitability in FX for at least 2 years.

You will work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on in-person collaboration from our River North office, contributing to a meritocratic culture and competitive rewards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of verified profitability in FX markets.
• Entrepreneurial and competitive mindset.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Strong product knowledge, trading methods, and market insight.
• Ability to manage risk per firm policies.
• Proficiency with trading platforms and data tools.
• Willingness to adapt trading style.
• Strong work ethic and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage own FX trading book.
• Collaborate with trading desk to meet goals while managing risk.
• Analyze market trends, order flow, and patterns.
• Develop, test, and refine trading strategies.
• Monitor macro events and policy shifts.
• Research new strategies to improve performance.
• Communicate risk changes to leadership.
• Grow your business through mentorships.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Excellent communication

Self-starter

Risk management

Market insight

Team collaboration

Tools

Trading platforms

Execution algorithms

Market data analysis tools

Job description

Gelber Group in Chicago seeks an experienced FX Trader to manage a trading book and capitalize on market opportunities. This role requires a strong work ethic, entrepreneurial mindset, and profitability in FX for at least 2 years.

You will work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on in-person collaboration from our River North office, contributing to a meritocratic culture and competitive rewards.