Discover trader jobs for experienced professionals seeking opportunities in financial markets. Traders buy and sell securities, commodities, currencies, and other financial instruments for investment firms, banks, hedge funds, and corporations. Browse vetted roles on Ladders, including opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.
Trader responsibilities vary by asset class and employer. Common work includes researching markets, evaluating risk, executing trades, monitoring positions, and collaborating with portfolio managers, analysts, and clients. Many traders use quantitative analysis and trading technology to inform decisions and manage exposure in fast-moving markets.
Trader titles may focus on equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, commodities, derivatives, or digital assets. Some professionals specialize in sales and trading, proprietary trading, algorithmic execution, or market making. Job requirements depend on the market, strategy, and level of responsibility.
Employers often seek strong analytical and quantitative skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to make decisions under pressure. Knowledge of financial markets, risk management, and trading platforms is valuable. Requirements may include a degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field, along with relevant experience and any necessary licenses or certifications.
Compare trader openings by specialty, employer, and location, and review each listing for its responsibilities and qualifications. Ladders helps experienced professionals explore vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Create a profile and find trader opportunities aligned with your background and career goals.
$100K - $125K *
Champion the development of healthcare marketing tools by guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving innovative features and optimizing user experiences to enhance HCP engag...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Director, Ad Tech Engineering, Capital One Shopping Tech (Remote - Eligible)
$286K - $326K *
Drive engineering excellence and strategy while leading innovative teams to shape scalable banking solutions in the cloud. Engage with cross-functional partners to deliver resilient, customer-focused...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Supervisor, Commerce Strategy & Client Partnerships
$102K - $122K *
Join a team that crafts innovative commerce and digital strategies for premium clients across various major retail platforms, enhancing their market performance and driving impactful results through c...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$90K - $115K *
Empower teams by delivering comprehensive training on Microsoft Dynamics CRM and Field Service applications, ensuring effective use through tailored materials and ongoing support across multiple busin...
4 weeks ago
$193K - $228K *
Join a dynamic team to lead M&A transactions and strategic investments, driving growth and innovation. Collaborate with senior leadership to shape market strategies and enhance corporate development o...
2 weeks ago
$78K - $105K *
Empower the brand's visual identity by creating impactful designs across digital and print channels. Lead projects from conception to execution, ensuring quality and alignment with brand strategy whil...
Reposted 2 days ago
$100K - $160K *
Join a team that's redefining insurance sales by connecting customers with tailored coverage through innovative technology and a vast network of carriers, all in a dynamic remote environment that rewa...
2 weeks ago
SURE/ Project Manager - Utilities Business Consulting
$120K - $145K *
Transform the utilities landscape by leading consulting projects, delivering actionable insights, and advising clients on innovative solutions to enhance business value and adapt to industry changes...
2 days ago
Licensing Sales Specialist - VMware Broadcom
$77K - $101K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing licensing and renewals. Leverage your expertise in VMware/Broadcom to enhance customer retention and drive sales growth through effective account management...
Yesterday
Director, Social and Influencer
$45K - $165K *
Engage as a strategic leader in social and influencer marketing, driving brand presence across channels. Oversee a dynamic team, blending creativity with measurable impact while navigating trends and...
Yesterday
IT Business Applications - Product Owner (CPQ)
$100K - $140K *
Drive your career forward as a Product Owner, CPQ, leading agile delivery and backlog management for our Configure-Price-Quote platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Quote-to-Cas...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in transforming employee onboarding processes through Workday, managing the entire project lifecycle from design to implementation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure al...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Loyalty Program Operations
$97K - $122K *
Unlock potential by driving loyalty program enhancements through data analysis, collaboration, and strategic insights. Shape player engagement and business performance by leveraging analytics and oper...
Reposted 1 week ago
Tax Product Specialist (Remote)
$85K - $101K *
Join a team that's dedicated to empowering firms through expert onboarding and support. You'll lead technical demos, facilitate group training, and ensure client success while collaborating closely wi...
3 days ago
Remote Manager, Technical Sales - LETS/STEP for ISG
$160K - $246K *
Lead the charge in driving technical sales effectiveness and team development. Oversee a skilled team supporting complex infrastructure solutions, enhancing customer engagement, and fostering collabor...
1 week ago
Staff, Product Manager -Vertical Search
$143K - $286K *
Elevate customer experiences by leading product strategies that enhance discovery and personalization in eCommerce. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solutions that streamline shopping whi...
Reposted 1 week ago
Manager Logistics Value Stream
$102K - $177K *
Lead the charge in optimizing logistics processes for a global ERP transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective deployment and alignment of order-to-cash strategies, dri...
Yesterday
$95K - $120K *
Transform inventory management strategies across a multi-location distribution network, ensuring optimal stock levels and alignment with customer demand while driving performance improvements and cost...
Today
Senior Backend Engineer, External
$199K - $235K *
Innovate backend solutions by designing, building, and maintaining scalable services for external pentesting. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and ensure system performance, reliabi...
3 days ago
SR Architect, Tecsys Elite WMS
$160K - $180K *
Lead the design and implementation of warehouse solutions, guiding teams through the Tecsys Elite WMS architecture. Drive integration, configuration, and continuous improvement while ensuring operatio...
1 week ago
Creative Operations Senior Manager (Traffic) - Remote
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's redefining creative operations! Lead resource management, optimize workflows, and foster collaboration across teams to deliver exceptional creative solutions for clients in a dynami...
1 week ago
$70K - $140K *
Lead the charge in enhancing our Partner ecosystem by managing relationships and driving growth initiatives. Oversee onboarding, operations, and support for System Integrators while implementing autom...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Sr. Analyst, Non-Vehicle eCommerce Sales & Optimization
$99K - $192K *
Drive the optimization of online shopping experiences for non-vehicle products by enhancing product detail pages, improving site taxonomy, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to boost sales...
2 weeks ago
Utilities Right of Way Agent - Pennsylvania
$64K - $101K *
Contribute to right-of-way acquisition for utility projects, supporting project teams by conducting research, preparing documents, and engaging with property owners while managing multiple priorities...
3 weeks ago
Regional Account Executive - Idaho/Montana
$100K - $120K *
Drive new business growth by acquiring clients in defined territories through strategic prospecting, relationship building, and effective sales techniques. Collaborate with sales leadership to maximiz...
4 weeks ago
What does a trader do?
A trader buys and sells financial instruments for an employer or clients, monitors market conditions, evaluates risk, and helps execute investment or hedging strategies.
What types of trader jobs are available?
Roles may specialize in equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, commodities, derivatives, or digital assets. Other positions focus on areas such as sales and trading, proprietary trading, algorithmic execution, and market making.
What qualifications do trader jobs require?
Qualifications vary by role and employer. Many positions value financial-market knowledge, quantitative and analytical skills, relevant experience, and a degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field. Some roles may require specific licenses or certifications.
How much do trader jobs pay?
Compensation varies based on experience, employer, location, asset class, and performance-based incentives. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.
Where can I find trader jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse trader listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its location, qualifications, compensation, and responsibilities.