Senior Equity Options Discretionary Trader, Global Markets

Gelber Group LLC

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 72,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health benefits

PTO

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Gelber Group LLC, headquartered in Chicago, seeks an Experienced Equity Options Discretionary Trader to lead a trading book with US and global equities focus. You will manage risk, develop strategies, and collaborate with a top desk to capitalize on market opportunities.

The role emphasizes in-person work at the Chicago River North office with a strong track record of profitability and a entrepreneurial mindset. Compensation reflects experience and geographic considerations.

Qualifications

3 years of verified risk-adjusted profitability (as specified in ad).
Proven ability to manage risk and trade in equities markets.

Responsibilities

Manage your own trading book with focus on US and Global Equities.
Manage risk of a portfolio of active strategies and drive trading decisions.
Collaborate across your trading desk to execute team goals while meeting core risk standards.
Analyze market trends, order flow, and technical patterns to identify opportunities.
Develop, test, and refine trading strategies using historical data and real-time conditions.
Monitor market conditions, news and macro events impacting equities.
Conduct research to develop new strategies and improve performance.