Experienced Trader

Gelbergroup; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program

Comprehensive health benefits

Tuition reimbursement for graduate courses

Life insurance and long-term disability coverage

Health club membership

Casual, relaxed dress code

Job summary

Gelbergroup is seeking an Experienced Trader to join their team in Chicago. In this role, you will leverage your trading experience to capitalize on market opportunities while working alongside talented individuals. You will be responsible for developing trading strategies that align with risk management guidelines and generating consistent profits.

This position offers a competitive salary range of $72,000 to $120,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurances, a 401(k) plan, and generous PTO. Enjoy working in a collaborative environment with additional perks like catered lunches and social events.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as a trader with profitability.
• Ability to create and support quantitative models.
• Proven self-starter with an attentive demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement trading strategies for consistent profits.
• Adhere to risk management guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate and work in a fast-paced trading environment.

Skills

Proven track record of profitability

Experience with data analysis programming languages

Strong communicator

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Job description

As an Experienced 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 two years.

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

What you’ll need:

• Proven track record of profitability as a trader for at least two years
• Develop and implement trading strategies aimed at generating consistent profits while adhering to risk management guidelines and regulatory requirements
• The ability to create and support quantitative models
• Experience with data analysis programming languages (Python is a plus)
• An attentive, mindful, and focused demeanor
• Proven self‑starter
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced and dynamic trading environment, with a focus on teamwork, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Strong communicator who works well with others but also thrives in an entrepreneurial environment

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:

Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full‑time employees in order to meet you and your covered dependents’ needs. Our comprehensive benefits offering includes:

• 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, & Thursday 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