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

Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, for more than 40 years, we have set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. Our success derives from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. We believe in a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration and we empower each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the very start of their career with Gelber. We invest in our future through our technology and talented staff, strategically committing resources to move our firm forward and help our people succeed. We trade a little bit of everything here and are always looking to expand into new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure and focus on a true meritocracy with competitive profit splits attracts individuals with an edge which contributes to our consistent success.

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

Employee referral bonus program

Charitable giving and company matching opportunities

Casual, relaxed dress code

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