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Storm4

Power Trader

Houston, TX · On-site

$200K/yr

Houston Office or Remote Optional 💰 Compensation: $200,000+ Base, 30% Flat Book, Paid Quarterly A hedge fund active across all U.S. Power markets is looking to add experienced traders and ...

Point72

Trader/Quant Analyst

Stamford, NY · On-site

The role will combine active trading and risk management and quantitative analysis to identify and execute profitable opportunities in the convertible space. Role/Responsibilities: * Identify ...

Point72

Trader/Quant Analyst

Stamford, NY · On-site

The role will combine active trading and risk management and quantitative analysis to identify and execute profitable opportunities in the convertible space. Role/Responsibilities: * Identify ...

Tricon Energy

Trader

Washington, DC

Qualifications -Pro-active, self-motivated individual with a high energy level and sense of urgency ... trading -Effective time manager who keeps commitments and consistently meets deadlines. -Good ...

Public

Lifecycle Marketing Lead

New York, NY · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

Lead and execute lifecycle strategy for active traders, optimizing for first-time investments and multi-product adoption. * Own the strategy, messaging, and technical success of all active trader ...

Flow Traders

Digital Assets Trader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$175 - $225/hr

Flow Traders is looking for an experienced Digital Assets Trader to join our global Digital Assets ... Wellness and Healthy Culture Active lifestyle promoted by offering sports, healthy food and ...

CMP.jobs

Media Trader Programmatic

Manhattan, NY

The client is a revolutionary real-time Programmatic Job Advertising Platform with several active ... Responsibilities: Continuously build and improve relationship with a set number of key Trade ...

BestForexBonus.com

$180 - $350/hr

Manage your own risk of a portfolio of active strategies and drive trading decisions. Analyze market trends, order flow, and technical patterns to identify trading opportunities. Develop, test, and ...

UMB Financial

Trader II

Overland Park, KS · Hybrid

$67K - $99K/yr

As an Investment Platform Trader II , you will be responsible for keeping approximately 2,700 ... You are active in community and professional organizations. * You are proficient in portfolio ...

Roth Capital Partners

Sales Trader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Active Series 7 and Series 63 licenses required; Series 57 (equity trader) a plus. * Established relationships with institutional buy-side trading. * Bachelor's degree required. * Clean U.S ...

Cetera

Trader

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Trader supports the execution of mutual fund, equity, option, and fixed-income trades for both ... Active Series 7 & Series 63 licenses (or ability to obtain them within 90 days). Excellent ...

Trading Interview

$175 - $200/hr

Monitor and trade active markets in real time across Polymarket (CLOB/Gamma/Subgraph APIs) and Kalshi (FIX/WebSocket/REST). * Execute strategies including: market making with dynamic skew ...

Cetera

Trader

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Trader supports the execution of mutual fund, equity, option, and fixed-income trades for both ... Active Series 7 & Series 63 licenses (or ability to obtain them within 90 days). Excellent ...

Roth

Sales Trader

New York, NY · On-site

Active Series 7 and Series 63 licenses required; Series 57 (equity trader) a plus. * Established relationships with institutional buy-side trading. * Bachelor's degree required. * Clean U.S ...

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How much do active trader jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for active trader 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 an active trader?

Active traders are individuals or professionals who frequently buy and sell financial instruments, such as stocks, options, or currencies, with the goal of profiting from short-term price movements. Unlike passive investors, who typically hold investments for the long term, active traders make multiple trades throughout the day, week, or month. They often use technical analysis, market news, and trading strategies to identify opportunities. Active trading requires a deep understanding of the markets, quick decision-making, and diligent risk management.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an active trader?

To thrive as an Active Trader, you need a strong understanding of financial markets, technical analysis, and trading strategies, often supported by a degree in finance or related certifications like FINRA Series 7. Proficiency with trading platforms, real-time data feeds, and analytical tools such as Bloomberg Terminal or MetaTrader is crucial. Exceptional decision-making, stress management, and discipline set successful traders apart in high-pressure environments. These skills are vital for making informed, timely trades and managing risks to achieve consistent profitability.

What are common challenges faced by active traders and how can they be managed?

Active Traders often face challenges such as market volatility, rapid decision-making pressure, and managing emotional responses to gains and losses. To navigate these, it's important to develop a disciplined trading strategy, utilize advanced trading tools, and stay updated on market trends. Many successful traders also set strict risk management rules and regularly review their performance to adapt and improve their techniques. Collaborating with other traders or joining professional trading communities can also provide valuable insights and support.

What is the difference between Active Trader vs Stock Broker?

AspectActive TraderStock Broker
CredentialsNo formal licensing required, but knowledge of markets essentialRequires licensing (e.g., Series 7, Series 63)
Work EnvironmentSelf-directed, often working independently or onlineClient-facing, working in brokerage firms or banks
Industry UsageCommonly used by individual investors and day tradersUsed by licensed professionals facilitating client trades
Search/Comparison IntentUnderstanding trading strategies and self-investmentSeeking licensed professionals for investment transactions

Active Traders focus on executing trades independently without formal licensing, often working online or on their own. Stock Brokers are licensed professionals who facilitate client trades within financial institutions. While both operate in the trading industry, their roles differ in credentials, work environment, and client interaction.

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Infographic showing various Active Trader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,774 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Associate Vice President, Investor & Trading Operations

The HT Group

Houston, TX • On-site

$120 - $125/hr

Other

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Associate Vice President, Investor & Trading Operations (BH-20466)

Location Houston, United States Sector Financial Services Salary 120,000.00 US to 125,000.00 US per annum

AVP, Investor & Trading Operations

Location: Houston, TX (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

The HT Group is partnering with a highly regarded independent wealth management firm to find an AVP of Investor & Trading Operations. This is a unique opportunity to step into a highly visible role supporting the firm's investment platform, trading operations, and data infrastructure.

This position is ideal for someone who is an active trader today and enjoys balancing hands-on trading responsibilities with broader operational ownership. You'll serve as the firm's primary trading operations resource while helping oversee critical investment platforms, operational workflows, reporting, and data integrity across the organization.

If you enjoy improving processes, working across investment operations, and driving operational excellence in a collaborative environment, this role offers significant opportunity for growth and long-term leadership.

What You'll Do

  • Lead daily trading operations and serve as the primary point of contact for trade execution activities.
  • Prepare, validate, and monitor trade requests while supporting trade reconciliation and issue resolution.
  • Review cash positions, account restrictions, model allocations, and portfolio readiness.
  • Help maintain operational controls and support pre- and post-trade validation processes.
  • Support alternative investment operations including capital calls, distributions, valuations, and subscription workflows.
  • Assist with billing readiness, reconciliation, and account configuration.
  • Maintain data integrity across CRM, portfolio management, and reporting platforms.
  • Support client reporting, performance validation, and investment reporting workflows.
  • Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with advisors, custodians, technology partners, and cross-functional teams to enhance platform operations.

Qualifications Required

  • 5+ years of experience in investment operations, trading operations, product operations, or platform operations.
  • Current hands-on experience supporting or executing trades within a live trading environment.
  • Experience with portfolio models and investment operations workflows.
  • Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Preferred

  • Experience with institutional trading or portfolio management platforms such as:
    • RedBlack
    • Black Diamond
    • Charles River
    • Eze
    • Orion
    • Moxy
    • Envestnet
  • Alternative investment operations experience.
  • Experience with CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred).
  • Familiarity with portfolio reporting platforms (Addepar preferred).
  • Exposure to SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, or workflow automation tools.
  • Experience supporting billing, performance reporting, or investment data management.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced investment environment and enjoys solving complex operational challenges. The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, detail-oriented, and passionate about building scalable processes that support both investment teams and clients.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization where you'll have meaningful ownership, direct exposure to firm leadership, and the ability to influence the evolution of trading and platform operations.

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