Gelber Group

proprietary trading

ExperiencedDITrader

$72–120k Chicago, Illinois, United States; New York, New York, United States; Boston, Massachusetts, United States Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid candidates.

The Brief

“Experienced DI Trader at Gelber Group. Skills: DI futures trading, Brazilian rates trading, Risk management. Bring expertise in trading DI futures. Own and manage Brazilian rates trading book”

What You'll Achieve.

Consistently generate strong, risk-adjusted returns; Drive trading decisions

Industry & Context.

proprietary trading

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3-5 years of profitable trading in Brazilian fixed-income markets, Proven track record of profitability in a trading position for at least 3 years

Nice to Have

CFA charterholder preferred

What You'll Do.

Bring expertise in trading DI futures

Own and manage Brazilian rates trading book

risk-adjusted returns

Manage portfolio of active strategies

Drive trading decisions

Collaborate across trading desk

Ensure risk and compliance standards

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate across your trading desk; Work side by side with other successful and talented individuals

Communication Scope

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Full 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 stems 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 every 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 talent, strategically committing resources to move our firm forward and help our people succeed. We trade many different asset classes and are always looking to seize new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure and meritocratic values attract individuals with edge and that contributes to our consistent success. As an Experienced Brazilian Rates Trader, you will have a real opportunity to impact the firm. In a new market for Gelber, you will have the ability to build and grow a new business for 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 3 years. The role can be worked hybrid/in-person in Chicago, New York or Boston. Remote work may be considered for top candidates. What you’ll do: Bring expertise in trading DI futures and related rates products to a highly profitable trading firm Own and manage a Brazilian rates trading book, focused on DI futures, either via curve trades or cross-market relative value strategies Consistently generate strong, risk-adjusted returns across varying macro and volatility regimes Manage your own portfolio of active strategies and drive trading decisions Collaborate a

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