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Roth Capital Partners

Sales Trader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

... with institutional buy-side trading. * Bachelor's degree required. * Clean U.S. regulatory record (FINRA BrokerCheck). Compensation: Compensation: This position is commission-based. Total ...

Roth

Sales Trader

New York, NY · On-site

... with institutional buy-side trading. * Bachelor's degree required. * Clean U.S. regulatory record (FINRA BrokerCheck). Compensation: Compensation: This position is commission-based. Total ...

Roth Capital Partners

Sales Trader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$180 - $320/hr

Established relationships with institutional buy-side trading. * Bachelor's degree required. * Clean U.S. regulatory record (FINRA BrokerCheck). Compensation Compensation: This position is commission ...

Gemini

Principal, Institutional Sales

New York, NY · On-site

$150K/yr

As a publicly traded company, Gemini is poised to accelerate this vision with greater scale, reach ... Competitive commission-based bonus * Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant

Gemini

Principal, Institutional Sales

New York, NY · On-site

$150K/yr

As a publicly traded company, Gemini is poised to accelerate this vision with greater scale, reach ... Competitive commission-based bonus * Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant

Roth

Derivatives Sales Trader

New York, NY · On-site

... institutional derivative trading desks and hedge funds. * Bachelor's degree required * Clean U.S. regulatory record (FINRA BrokerCheck). Compensation: This position is commission-based. Total ...

Brown Advisory

Global Equity Trader

Baltimore, MD · On-site

S., European, and Asian equity markets on behalf of Brown Advisory's institutional and private ... commission analyses * Experience with various trading technologies, including Bloomberg, Advent APX ...

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How much do commission institutional trader jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for commission institutional 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 the difference between Commission Institutional Trader vs Commission Retail Trader?

AspectCommission Institutional TraderCommission Retail Trader
CredentialsTypically requires finance or trading certifications, relevant degreesOften similar certifications, but may have less formal education requirements
Work EnvironmentProfessional trading firms, financial institutions, large trading floorsOnline platforms, retail brokerage accounts, individual trading setups
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, hedge funds, investment firmsOnline brokerages, retail trading platforms
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding professional trading roles, career pathsIndividual investing, retail trading strategies

Commission Institutional Traders work within financial institutions, executing large trades for clients or firms, often requiring specialized credentials. In contrast, Commission Retail Traders trade on personal accounts via online platforms, focusing on individual investment strategies. The roles differ mainly in scale, environment, and target clients, though they share similar certifications and industry terminology.

How much do commission institutional traders make?

Commission institutional traders typically earn between $70,000 and $150,000 annually, with top performers and those in major financial centers earning higher salaries and bonuses. Compensation often includes base salary, commissions, and performance-based bonuses, and success depends on market knowledge, trading skills, and experience.

How to get a job as a commission institutional trader?

To become a commission institutional trader, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field, along with strong analytical skills and knowledge of trading platforms. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level trading roles and obtaining relevant certifications like the Series 7 or Series 63 can improve prospects. Building a network within financial institutions and demonstrating proficiency in market analysis are also important steps.

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Infographic showing various Commission Institutional Trader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 57% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 42% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,774 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Sales Trader

Manhattan, NY • On-site

Roth Capital Partners
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Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Roth Capital Partners, LLC is a relationship-driven investment bank focused on serving growth companies and their investors. In addition to capital markets and M&A advisory services, our full-service platform provides a variety of capital markets solutions, including high impact equity research, macroeconomic perspectives, institutional sales and trading, technical insights, derivatives strategies and corporate access. Headquartered in Newport Beach, California, Roth is a privately held, employee-owned organization and maintains offices throughout the U.S.
Roth is looking to add an experienced Sales Trader to our team. The Sales Trader serves as the primary point of contact for the firm's institutional client base, working alongside institutional sales to deliver market commentary and market the firm’s institutional brokerage services. This role sits at the intersection of the sales and trading desks, translating client orders into executed trades while providing real-time market color, liquidity insight, and trading strategy to institutional accounts. The Sales Trader is expected to build durable client trust through responsiveness and market expertise. This position may be based out of any of our U.S. Offices. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
  • Receive, work, and manage institutional client orders across cash equities, ensuring client’s instructions are fulfilled consistent with firm policy and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide clients with real-time market color, liquidity assessments, and trade strategy recommendations (e.g., algo selection, block facilitation, VWAP/POV strategies).
  • Market and cross sell Roth’s full service platform, including fundamental research, technical research, derivatives, event driven, capital markets and Quantative Survey Group.
  • Facilitate blocks in coordination with the trading desk and capital markets as needed.
  • Maintain strong working relationships with buy-side traders and portfolio managers, acting as a trusted point of contact for execution-related needs.
  • Ensure full compliance with FINRA/SEC regulations, exchange rules, and internal policies governing trading conduct, information barriers, and order handling.
  • Partner with compliance, operations, and technology teams to resolve trade breaks, settlement issues, and system needs.
Skills and Attributes:
  • Strong working knowledge of equity market structure, order types, algorithmic trading strategies, and execution venues.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, real-time environment.
Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of equity sales trading experience at an investment bank, broker-dealer, or institutional trading desk.
  • 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. regulatory record (FINRA BrokerCheck).

Compensation:  
Compensation:  This position is commission-based. Total compensation, including commission and any discretionary bonus, will vary based on experience, portable book of business, and individual production.
 

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