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Trading Analyst

New York, NY · On-site

$140K - $185K/yr

New York, NY Employment Type: Full-Time · Part-Time · Contract · Temporary · Internship · ... day trading operations . The role blends quantitative analysis, market awareness, and real-time ...

Providing key financial analysis to enable both day-to-day and strategic decisions * Responsible ... contract executions and project management activities * Function as the Trading analyst for all ...

Providing key financial analysis to enable both day-to-day and strategic decisions * Responsible ... contract executions and project management activities * Function as the Trading analyst for all ...

Providing key financial analysis to enable both day-to-day and strategic decisions * Responsible ... contract executions and project management activities * Function as the Trading analyst for all ...

Job Title Trading Assistant - George Home Location Asda House Employment Type Full time Contract ... day to day trading of your category. Everything you'll love To ensure we balance moments where we ...

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Serve as a primary trader on the ICE terminal, buying and selling power contracts in accordance ... Highlights of our benefits plan include four weeks combined of vacation and personal days, health ...

Serve as a primary trader on the ICE terminal, buying and selling power contracts in accordance ... Highlights of our benefits plan include four weeks combined of vacation and personal days, health ...

Serve as a primary trader on the ICE terminal, buying and selling power contracts in accordance ... Highlights of our benefits plan include four weeks combined of vacation and personal days, health ...

Serve as a primary trader on the ICE terminal, buying and selling power contracts in accordance ... Highlights of our benefits plan include four weeks combined of vacation and personal days, health ...

Serve as a primary trader on the ICE terminal, buying and selling power contracts in accordance ... Highlights of our benefits plan include four weeks combined of vacation and personal days, health ...

Trading Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $125K/yr

Capture end of day risk and ensure trade blotter is clean and that all trades are booked ... contracts. * Manage NDF fixing risk. * Aid with PnL reconciliation for Fixed Income, FX, and ...

Trading Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90K - $125K/yr

Capture end of day risk and ensure trade blotter is clean and that all trades are booked ... contracts. * Manage NDF fixing risk. * Aid with PnL reconciliation for Fixed Income, FX, and ...

Trading Assistant

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $125K/yr

Capture end of day risk and ensure trade blotter is clean and that all trades are booked ... contracts. * Manage NDF fixing risk. * Aid with PnL reconciliation for Fixed Income, FX, and ...

Trading Specialist Regular Full-Time Level 2 MIAMI, FL, US 8 days ago Requisition ID: 1484 Join ... contracts or exchange programs. Reports To LRU & Trading Director Key Responsibilities * Market ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract day trading in the United States is $36.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $46.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Trading Analyst

New York, NY • On-site

$140K - $185K/yr

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Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Trading Analyst (Early-Career) – Career Launch AI Talent Network

Location: New York, NY

Employment Type:
Full-Time · Part-Time · Contract · Temporary · Internship · Casual

Estimated Compensation:
$140,000 – $185,000 total annual compensation (varies by employer)


About This Posting

This job description represents a sample Trading Analyst position commonly found through the Career Launch AI Talent Network. It is intended to help job seekers understand the responsibilities and qualifications typically associated with early-career roles in trading, markets, and execution support.

Actual openings may vary based on employer needs, asset class focus (e.g., equities, fixed income, FX, commodities, crypto), and trading style.

For more information on the Career Launch AI Talent Network, visit:
https://www.careerlaunch.ai/


Position Overview

Trading Analysts support trading desks and investment teams by analyzing market data, monitoring trade execution, and assisting with day-to-day trading operations. The role blends quantitative analysis, market awareness, and real-time decision support in fast-paced trading environments.

These roles often involve close collaboration with traders, portfolio managers, quantitative researchers, and risk management teams.


Key Responsibilities
  • Monitor real-time market data, pricing movements, and trading activity

  • Support trade execution and ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely settlement

  • Analyze trading performance, execution quality, and transaction costs

  • Build and maintain analytical tools, dashboards, and models for trading insights

  • Conduct market, asset-class, and liquidity analysis

  • Assist with position monitoring, P&L tracking, and risk exposure reporting

  • Identify inefficiencies, anomalies, and opportunities in market behavior

  • Prepare daily, weekly, and ad-hoc trading reports for senior traders and management


Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or a related field

  • Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and trading mechanics

  • Experience or coursework in trading, market microstructure, or quantitative analysis (preferred but not required)

  • Advanced analytical skills with strong attention to detail

  • Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Python, R, SQL, or VBA is a plus

  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments

  • Clear written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong interest in markets, trading strategies, and real-time problem-solving


About the Career Launch AI Talent Network

The Career Launch AI Talent Network helps job seekers pursue opportunities similar to this role through:

  • Skills-based role matching

  • Resume and profile optimization

  • Guidance on outreach to trading desks and hiring teams

  • Interview preparation for markets, trading, and quantitative assessments

To learn more or express interest in trading and markets roles, visit:
https://www.careerlaunch.ai/