Experienced DI Trader

We are Gelber Group -- Passion for Trading. Powered by Technology. Gelber Coöperatief is a subsidiary of Gelber Group, LLC. Founded in 1982 and based in Chicago, Gelber Group is one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms. Our history of 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. We empower our team members 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 and grow. We trade a diverse array of products and asset classes and are always looking to expand into new opportunities. Our flat organizational structure and focus on a true meritocracy attracts individuals with an edge, which 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. This position will sit in Gelber’s Amsterdam office.   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 across your trading desk to execute teams’ goals while ensuring core risk and compliance standards are met What we’d like to see: Proven track record of 3-5 years of profitable trading in Brazilian fixed-income markets Expertise in directional and curve-based strategies Understanding of Brazil’s debt auction process and how it impacts the DI Products 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 The approximate annual base compensation range for this position 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 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: Health insurance reimbursement  Pension Health club membership reimbursement Generous vacation time (25-day accrual in first full calendar year of employment; prorated accrual in initial year) Social events including team dinners and an annual company party in Chicago Charitable giving and company matching opportunities Casual, relaxed dress code Located in a major Amsterdam business district with excellent transportation connections If you are based in California, we encourage you to read the Gelber Privacy Notice for California Employees and Applicants, linked https://www.gelbergroup.com/gelber-privacy-notice-california-residents/. Offices: Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (Gelber Amsterdam);