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Experienced Trader

Gelber Group
🇺🇸ChicagoSeniorFull-time$72k–$120kPosted May 22, 2026

About the Role

As an Experienced Trader at Gelber Group, you will have a real opportunity to have a huge impact on the firm, working side by side with other successful and talented individuals to capitalize on market opportunities. The role is suited to 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. You will develop and implement trading strategies aimed at generating consistent profits while adhering to risk management guidelines and regulatory requirements, and will create and support quantitative models. This position requires a strong emphasis on in-person presence in the Chicago office in River North, next to the Merchandise Mart and convenient to public transportation.

Requirements

  • Proven track record of profitability as a trader for at least two years
  • 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
  • A strong work ethic and a competitive attitude

What You'll Get

  • $72k–$120k base salary
  • Health benefits, including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program
  • Paid time off, generous vacation time and paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Professional development
  • 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)
  • 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