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

Gelber Coöperatief is a subsidiary of Gelber Group, LLC.  Headquartered in Chicago with offices across the United States and Europe, Gelber has set the bar as one of the industry’s most innovative and enduring proprietary trading firms for more than 40 years.  Our success derives from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and careful attention to technology.  

We have a culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration. We empower each member of our team to have a meaningful impact from the start.  We employ a flat organizational structure and focus on meritocracy. 

As a Trader for Gelber Coöperatief in our Amsterdam office, you will have an opportunity to play a critical role as we expand our footprint throughout Europe.  You will be joining a successful trading desk with over a decade of experience in a variety of asset classes and a wide range of trading styles.  You will work side by side with a talented and experienced team to capitalize on the market and build out a growing trading desk.  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 two years.

This position is located in Gelber’s Amsterdam office, executing proprietary trading strategies and conducting data analysis to improve performance.  

What you’ll do:

• Generate alpha using proprietary trading strategies
• Manage your own trading book with access to multiple exchanges and asset classes
• Share information regarding market developments across your trading team
• Conduct research to develop new alpha strategies to broaden the groups trading techniques
• An active participant in advancing the groups proprietary python libraries

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Math, Finance, Engineering, Statistics or a related field
• Experience using Python (Pandas, NumPy), Excel and SQL
• Proven track record of profitability as a trader for at least one year
• Proficiency in numerical and statistical analysis concepts
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to learn, understand and apply new concepts quickly
• Proven self-starter
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required and other languages are always welcome

Benefits Highlights

Gelber Amsterdam offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees.  Our 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 company parties
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code
• Located in a major Amsterdam business district with excellent transportation connections

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 FX/Forex Trader for Gelber Coöperatief in our Amsterdam office, you will have an opportunity to play a critical role as we expand our footprint throughout Europe. You will be joining a small and successful office with over a decade of experience in a variety of asset classes and a wide range of trading styles. You will work with talented individuals to capitalize on the market and build out a growing trading office.  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 two years.

This position will sit in Gelber’s Amsterdam office working to either drive your own unique strategy or as a member of an existing trading desk, executing proprietary trading strategies, and conducting data analysis to improve performance. We’re looking for both proven independent traders and proven trading teams who are seeking a platform and resources to amplify their success. As a global firm with a track record of success for over 40 years, we have unique access to exchanges, capital, and technology that can take your strategy to the next level.

What you’ll do:

• Manage your own trading book with a focus on FX products
• Collaborate across your trading desk to execute the team’s goals while ensuring core risk standards are met
• Analyze market trends, order flow, and technical patterns to identify trading opportunities
• Continuously monitor macroeconomic events, central bank policy shifts, and geopolitical developments to identify opportunities
• Monitor material changes in levels of risk and variance in PnL, especially focused around deviation from your plans, and proactively communicate those changes to leadership
• Grow your own business through mentorships

What we’d like to see:

• Proven track record of profitability in FX markets for at least two years in a risk-taking role
• Entrepreneurial mindset and competitive nature
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to learn, understand, and apply new concepts quickly
• Proven self-starter with exceptional product knowledge, trading methodology, and market insight
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required and other languages are always welcome
• Ability to manage and communicate risk in accordance with the policies and limits set forth by the Firm
• Proficiency with trading platforms, execution tactics, and market data analysis tools
• Openness to feedback and willingness to adapt your trading style with changes in market conditions
• Strong work ethic, and understanding that the more you put into your craft, the more you’ll get out of it
• Mentality of continuous improvement

Benefits Highlights:

Gelber offers a wide range of benefits to full-time employees.  Our 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 company parties
• Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
• Casual, relaxed dress code
• Located in a major Amsterdam business district with excellent transportation connections

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 Brazil B3 Futures Trader, you will have a real opportunity to make an impact. In a new market for Gelber, you will have the ability to build and grow a new business for the firm. As an Experienced Brazil B3 Futures Trader, you will expand and strengthen our participation in Brazilian derivatives markets. This role is designed for an experienced trader with a demonstrable track record of generating consistent, risk-adjusted returns trading futures listed on B3 (Brasil Bolsa Balcão). The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Brazilian macro dynamics, market microstructure, and risk management, along with the ability to scale capital responsibly within a proprietary trading environment. 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:

• Trade B3-listed futures products at a highly profitable trading firm, including:
  • DI (Interest Rate) Futures across the curve
  • Ibovespa Index Futures
  • USD/BRL Futures
  • Select commodity futures listed on B3
• Analyze Brazilian macroeconomic developments, monetary policy (COPOM), inflation trends, fiscal policy, and capital flows
• 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 B3-listed futures products
• Deep understanding of: 
  • Brazilian interest rate cycles and DI curve mechanics
  • Local and offshore flow dynamics
  • B3 contract specifications, clearing, and margin framework
• 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

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

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