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

For 40 years, we have set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. We are headquartered in Chicago with offices and remote team members across the United States and Europe. Our success derives from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology. Our culture of entrepreneurship, innovation and collaboration empowers each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the day they join Gelber. We believe our talented staff are our greatest asset and we are committed to providing them the resources they need to succeed. With 16 distinct trading groups, we trade a little bit of everything here – with diverse styles and approaches across all major global marketplaces – and we are always looking to expand into new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure ensures a true meritocracy and attracts individuals with an edge to contribute to our consistent success.

As an Experienced Fixed Income Discretionary Trader on one of our largest desks, 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 the market. 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 3 years.

This position will require in person presence in our Chicago office located in River West right next to the Merchandise Mart and convenient to public transportation.

What you’ll do:

• Bring expertise in the intermediate sector (5-10yrs) of the US treasury market to a highly profitable trading desk
• Grow your own business through mentorships
• Manage your own trading book
• Manage your own risk of a portfolio of active strategies and drive trading decisions
• Collaborate across your trading desk to execute teams’ goals while ensuring core risk and compliance standards are met

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Proven track record of 3-5yrs at a minimum, trading in the US Treasury Futures and Cash markets
• Specialist in the US Treasuries Securities with focus on the 5-10yr sector
• Directional and curve-based strategies
• Keen understanding of the treasury auction process
• 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
• Series 7 is required

Benefits Highlights

Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees in order to meet you and your covered dependents needs. Our comprehensive benefits offering includes:

• 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
• Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)
• Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Weekly catered lunches and monthly continental breakfasts
• Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual holiday party
• Enjoyable work environment including a game room (foosball, ping pong, Golden Tee)
• Employee referral bonus program
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code