Experienced FX​/Forex Trader

We are Gelber Group – Passion for Trading powered by technology. Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, we have been a leading proprietary trading firm for over 40 years. Our culture values entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration. We empower each team member to make a meaningful impact from day one.

Role Overview

As an Experienced FX Trader, you will work side by side with senior traders to capitalize on market opportunities. You should thrive in a fast‑paced environment, exhibit strong work ethic, competitive attitude, and a proven record of profitability in FX trading for at least 2 years. This position requires in‑person presence in our Chicago office located in River North, next to the Merchandise Mart.

• Manage your own trading book focused on FX products.
• Collaborate across the desk to execute team goals while ensuring core risk standards are met.
• Analyze market trends, order flow, and technical patterns to identify trading opportunities.
• Develop, test, and refine trading strategies using historical data and real‑time market conditions.
• Monitor macroeconomic events, central bank policy shifts, and geopolitical developments to identify opportunities.
• Conduct research to develop new strategies and improve performance.
• Monitor material changes in risk and variance in PnL and proactively communicate changes to leadership.
• Grow your business through mentorship.

• 2+ years of verified risk‑adjusted profitability in FX markets.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a competitive nature.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working 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 our policies and limits.
• Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data analysis tools.
• Openness to feedback and willingness to adapt your trading style to changing market conditions.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to continuous improvement.

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position in Chicago, IL is $72,000 to $120,000. Total rewards include health benefits, 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement, and discretionary bonuses.

• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA).
• Tuition reimbursement for graduate courses taken after employment begins.
• Flexible Spending Accounts, pre‑tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance and long‑term disability coverage.
• Brand new office in River North with onsite facilities, health club membership, and recreational amenities.
• Generous vacation time, paid holidays, paid parental leave.
• Catered lunch Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; stocked pantry and continental breakfasts.
• Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company parties.
• Employee referral bonus program, charitable giving and company matching opportunities.
• Casual, relaxed dress code.

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