What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Trader position at gelbergroup?
Experienced Trader Job Description
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 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.
What you’ll need:
- Proven track record of profitability as a trader for at least two years
- Develop and implement trading strategies aimed at generating consistent profits while adhering to risk management guidelines and regulatory requirements
- 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
The approximate annual base compensation range for this position in White Plains, New York is $72,000 to $120,000. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; geographic location; and internal equity. In addition to your salary, our total rewards package includes health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement and discretionary bonus, enhancing your overall total rewards package.
Benefits and Culture:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- 401K
- Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
- Social events including team dinners and company parties
- Employee referral bonus program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Charitable giving and company match
- Casual, relaxed office environment
If you are based in California, we encourage you to read the Gelber Privacy Notice for California Employees and Applicants, linked here.
Salary : $72,000 - $120,000
