Experienced Trader

Gelber Group

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 72,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Life insurance and long-term disability

401K

Generous vacation time

Paid parental leave

Social events including team dinners

Employee referral bonus program

Tuition Reimbursement

Charitable giving and company match

Casual, relaxed office environment

Job summary

An innovative proprietary trading firm seeks passionate traders with a proven track record of profitability. This dynamic role involves developing and implementing trading strategies while adhering to risk management guidelines. Join a collaborative environment that empowers you to make a meaningful impact from day one. With a flat organizational structure and a culture of entrepreneurship, you will thrive in a fast-paced setting that values continuous improvement and teamwork. The firm offers a competitive compensation package and a range of benefits to enhance your overall rewards.

Qualifications

At least 2 years of trading experience with a proven profitability record.
Strong analytical skills and ability to create quantitative models.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement trading strategies for consistent profits.
Collaborate in a fast-paced trading environment focused on teamwork.

Skills

Proven track record of profitability as a trader

Develop and implement trading strategies

Create and support quantitative models

Data analysis programming languages (Python)

Strong communication skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Job description

We are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, Gelber has set the bar as one of the industry’s innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms for more than 40 years. Our success derives from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology.

We have a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration. We empower each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the start. We employ a flat organizational structure and focus on meritocracy.

If you flourish in a fast-paced environment, have a strong work ethic, a competitive attitude, and a proven record of trading profitability, Gelber is right for you.

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
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.

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