Second Shift- Trade Support Operations - Gelber Group : Job Details

As a Trade Support Specialist at Gelber, you will have a real opportunity to have a long-term career in Information Technology at a successful trading firm. You will work side by side with other talented individuals as the first line of defense for the firm. This role is for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, clear communication, and has a strong interest in growing their technical skillset. This position will report directly into the manager of Trade Support who reports directly into the Chief Operating Officer.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. This position will be second shift which is from 1.30-10pm central Sunday-Thursday. You will be required to work some holidays, due to when the exchanges open in other countries.What you'll do:Provide first and second level support for all Gelber employeesProvide primary real-time monitoring and support for all trading software and secondary monitoring for technical infrastructureMonitor all Gelber proprietary applications and systemsCommunicating across the team as well as with all trading and internal desks, including technology, across the firmWhat you'll need:Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems or related field with 0-2 years of work experienceGeneral understanding of Windows and LinuxBasic SQL knowledgeUnderstanding of Python and Powershell are not required, but a huge plusStrong critical thinking skills and sense of urgency when it comes to supportAbility to lift or move items weighing up to 50lbsAbility to work second shift Sunday-Thursday from 1.30-10pm centralBenefits HighlightsGelber 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 with discretionary employer matchComprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage; generous employer cost-sharingTuition reimbursement for Undergraduate and Graduate coursesFlexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expensesLife insurance and long-term disability coverageHealth club membership with on-site facilities (and reciprocal memberships)Generous vacation time (15-day accrual in first full calendar year of employment; prorated accrual in initial year), paid holidays, and paid maternity/paternity leaveWeekly catered lunches and monthly continental breakfastsSocial events including sponsored 5k races and annual holiday partyEnjoyable work environment including a game room (foosball, ping pong, Golden Tee)Employee referral bonus programCharitable giving and company matching opportunitiesCasual, relaxed dress codeIf you are based in California, we encourage you to read the Gelber Privacy Notice for California Employees and Applicants, linked here.