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Focus Financial Partners

Associate, Trading

Boston, MA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

... entry-level candidates with strong relevant coursework or internship experience may also be ... Institutional or Charles Schwab Institutional is a plus. * Strong attention to detail and ...

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StoneX

Client Onboarding Associate

Birmingham, AL · On-site

... potential trading opportunities, or ingrain yourself in the world of institutional investing ... This onsite entry level role in Birmingham, AL offers compensation typical for entry-level ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level 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 Entry Level Institutional Trader vs Junior Trader?

AspectEntry Level Institutional TraderJunior Trader
CredentialsBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; often no certifications requiredBachelor's degree; some firms prefer or require certifications like Series 7 or 63
Work EnvironmentFinancial institutions, trading floors, or back-office trading supportTrading desks, investment firms, or asset management companies
Industry UsageCommonly used in institutional trading departments within banks and asset managersUsed across trading firms, hedge funds, and investment banks

The Entry Level Institutional Trader typically focuses on supporting trading activities within large financial institutions, often requiring basic finance credentials. A Junior Trader may have similar educational backgrounds but often involves more direct trading responsibilities and may require additional certifications. Both roles serve as stepping stones into professional trading careers in the financial industry.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Institutional Trader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,774 per year, or $46.5 per hour.

Sales Trader Operations Analyst

Dallas, TX • On-site

Texas Capital Bank
Commercial Banking • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Texas Capital is built to help businesses and their leaders. Our depth of knowledge and expertise allows us to bring the best of the big firms at a scale that works for our clients, with highly experienced bankers who truly invest in people's success - today and tomorrow.
While we are rooted in core financial products, we are differentiated by our approach. Our bankers are seasoned financial experts who possess deep experience across a multitude of industries. Equally important, they bring commitment - investing the time and resources to understand our clients' immediate needs, identify market opportunities and meet long-term objectives. At Texas Capital, we do more than build business success. We build long-lasting relationships.
Texas Capital provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, fertility and family building aids, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans with a generous 401K match, paid leave programs, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).
Headquartered in Dallas with offices in Austin, Fort Worth, Houston, Richardson, Plano and San Antonio, Texas Capital was recently named Best Regional Bank in 2024 by Bankrate and was named to The Dallas Morning News' Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex Top Workplaces 2023 and GoBankingRate's 2023 list of Best Regional Banks. For more information about joining our team, please visit us at www.texascapitalbank.com.
Overview
The Sales Trader Middle Office Analyst is an entry-level full time on-site position responsible for supporting the Mortgage-Backed Securities and Whole Loan Trading institutional sales and trading team through the complete trade cycle from trade execution, ticketing, trade reconciliation, pair-off, and all other client service.
The successful candidate will work closely with middle office, senior sales traders, and clients to facilitate all facets of trade execution for both cusip (TBA and pools) and non-cusips (whole loans) while developing a strong understanding of the MBS, Whole Loan and US Treasury markets.
This role provides exposure to institutional capital markets activities and offers an immediate path toward becoming a fully licensed Sales Trader.
Responsibilities:
Trading & Market Support
  • Support the execution of client trades across designated MBS and Whole Loan asset classes
  • Resolve client trade issues and reconcile
  • Monitor market activity, pricing, trading flows, and economic developments.

Client Service & Relationship Management
  • Develop and maintain professional relationships with institutional clients
  • Respond promptly to client inquiries regarding market activity and trade execution
  • Trade execution and confirmations
  • Assist with client onboarding and account maintenance activities

Research & Analytics
  • Analyze financial markets, economic releases, and industry developments
  • Assist the desk in preparing daily trading reports.
  • Utilize Bloomberg, trading platforms, and other market information tools.

Risk Management & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with SEC, FINRA, MSRB, and firm policies.
  • Maintain accurate records of transactions and communications.
  • Understand and adhere to established trading limits and risk parameters.
  • Participate in regulatory, compliance, and continuing education programs.

Operational Support
  • Coordinate trade settlement and resolution of operational issues
  • Work closely with middle office, compliance, and technology teams
  • Support process improvement initiatives across the trading platform
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Business, or related field.

Experience
  • Internship or prior exposure to financial markets preferred
  • Experience with financial analysis or capital markets activities is a plus

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Strong interest in financial markets and trading
  • Excellent analytical and quantitative skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities
  • Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • High level of professionalism and attention to detail
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bloomberg, FactSet, Refinitiv, or similar market data experience preferred but not required
  • Knowledge of fixed income
  • SIE designation completed or willingness to obtain promptly upon hire

Licensing Requirements:
Candidate must be willing and able to obtain required securities licenses, including within established firm timelines following hire:
  • Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)
  • Series 7
  • Series 63

The duties listed above are the essential functions, or fundamental duties within the job classification. The essential functions of individual positions within the classification may differ. Texas Capital Bank may assign reasonably related additional duties to individual employees consistent with standard departmental policy.Texas Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Texas Capital Bank

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Texas Capital Bank is built to help businesses and their leaders. Our depth of knowledge and expertise allows us to bring the best of the big banks at a scale that makes sense for our clients, with highly experienced bankers who truly invest in people's success -- today and tomorrow.

Industry

Commercial banking

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Dallas, TX, US

Year founded

1998

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