Explore Trader Jobs

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.

What Traders Do

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.

Common Trader Specialties

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Find Your Next Trader Role

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.

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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving client success and growth by managing a substantial book of business. Leverage your expertise in account management to foster relationships and influence produc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $217K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $140K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $190K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$92K - $179K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a trader do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.