Experienced FX/Forex Trader

Gelber Group•Chicago, IL

53d•$72,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

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, & Thursdays 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