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Gelber Group

Experienced FX/Forex Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

$72K - $120K/yr

Grow your own business through mentorships What we'd like to see: * 2 years or more of verified ... Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data analysis tools * Openness ...

Do it Best Corp.

Forest Products Trader

Woodburn, OR

Forest Products Trader Location: Woodburn, OR Level: Salaried Division / Department: Lumber amp ... mentoring and more. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and fostering a ...

Gelber Group

Experienced FX/Forex Trader

Chicago, IL

$72K - $120K/yr

Grow your own business through mentorships What we'd like to see: * 2 years or more of verified ... Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data analysis tools * Openness ...

Do it Best Corp

Forest Products Trader

Woodburn, OR · On-site

Forest Products Trader Location: Woodburn, OR Level: Salaried Division / Department: Lumber ... mentoring and more. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and fostering a ...

Gelber Group

Experienced FX/Forex Trader

New York, NY

$72K - $120K/yr

Grow your own business through mentorships What we'd like to see: * 2 years or more of verified ... Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data analysis tools * Openness ...

Gelber Group

Experienced FX/Forex Trader

White Plains, NY · On-site

$72K - $120K/yr

Grow your own business through mentorships What we'd like to see: * 2 years or more of verified ... Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data analysis tools * Openness ...

Gelber Group

Experienced FX/Forex Trader

Chicago, IL

$72K - $120K/yr

Grow your own business through mentorships What we'd like to see: * 2 years or more of verified ... Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data analysis tools * Openness ...

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How much do trader mentor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for trader mentor in the United States is $96,774.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $105,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a trader mentor?

Trader Mentors are experienced professionals who guide and support individuals or groups in developing their trading skills. They provide valuable insights, feedback, and strategies based on their own experience in the financial markets. Trader Mentors often help mentees understand trading psychology, risk management, and market analysis. Their mentorship can significantly accelerate the learning curve for aspiring traders, helping them avoid common pitfalls and improve their overall trading performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a trader mentor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trader Mentor, you need a solid background in financial markets, trading strategies, and risk management, often supported by experience as a successful trader and relevant finance certifications. Familiarity with trading platforms, analytical tools like Bloomberg Terminal or MetaTrader, and charting software is essential. Outstanding communication, patience, and the ability to provide constructive feedback help mentees learn effectively. These skills ensure that mentors can impart practical trading knowledge, build trust, and guide others toward consistent trading performance.

What is the difference between Trader Mentor vs Trader Coach?

AspectTrader MentorTrader Coach
CredentialsExperience in trading, often with certifications in trading or financeExperience in trading and coaching, may hold certifications in coaching or finance
Work EnvironmentOne-on-one mentoring, often informal or semi-formalStructured coaching sessions, may include group workshops
Employer & Industry UsageTrading firms, independent traders, educational platformsTrading firms, educational companies, personal coaching

Trader Mentors focus on guiding traders through personal experience and informal advice, while Trader Coaches provide structured training and skill development. Both roles support traders but differ in approach and formalization.

What are some common challenges trader mentors face when guiding new traders, and how can they effectively address them?

Trader Mentors often encounter challenges such as varying skill levels among mentees, managing unrealistic expectations, and ensuring consistent engagement. To address these, mentors tailor their teaching methods to individual needs, set clear and achievable goals, and foster an open communication environment. Regular feedback, structured progress tracking, and sharing real-world trading experiences help mentees build confidence and develop sound trading habits. Collaborating with other mentors and leveraging team resources also enhances the learning experience for both mentors and mentees.
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Infographic showing various Trader Mentor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,774 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Experienced FX/Forex Trader

Gelber Group

Chicago, IL • On-site

$72K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

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 FX 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.
This position will require a strong emphasis on in-person presence in our Chicago office, located in River North right next to the Merchandise Mart and convenient to public transportation.
What you'll do:
  • Manage your own trading book with a focus on FX products
  • Collaborate across your trading desk to execute teams' goals while ensuring core risk standards are met
  • Analyze market trends, order flow, and technical patterns to identify trading opportunities
  • Develop, test, and refine your trading strategies using historical data and real-time market conditions
  • Continuously monitor macroeconomic events, central bank policy shifts, and geopolitical developments to identify opportunities
  • Conduct research to develop new strategies and improve the performance of your existing strategies
  • 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:
  • 2 years or more of verified risk-adjusted profitability in FX markets
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with competitive nature
  • 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
  • Ability to manage and communicate risk in accordance with the policies and limits set forth by the Firm
  • Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, 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

The approximate annual base compensation range for this position in Chicago, IL 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:
  • 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
  • Brand new office in the heart of Chicago's River North neighborhood, attached to the Merchandise Mart and "EL" stop and a short walk from both Ogilvie and Union Train Stations
  • Health club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)
  • Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
  • Catered lunch provided Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursdays and stocked pantry daily and monthly continental breakfasts
  • Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company party
  • Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment including a golf simulator and pool table
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Charitable giving and company matching opportunities
  • Casual, relaxed dress code

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read the Gelber Privacy Notice for California Employees and Applicants, linked here.

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