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As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior trade execution in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Trade Execution vs Trade Support Specialist?

AspectSenior Trade ExecutionTrade Support Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires finance certifications (e.g., Series 7, Series 63), relevant experienceOften requires similar certifications, focus on operational knowledge
Work EnvironmentFast-paced trading desks, financial institutionsSupport teams within trading or brokerage firms
Employer & IndustryInvestment banks, asset managers, hedge fundsBrokerage firms, trading platforms, financial services
Search & Comparison IntentRoles involving executing trades, managing order flowRoles supporting trade processes, ensuring smooth operations

While both roles are integral to trading operations, Senior Trade Execution focuses on executing and managing trades directly in the market, requiring advanced trading skills and certifications. Trade Support Specialists primarily provide operational support, ensuring trade accuracy and compliance. Understanding these differences helps candidates target the right role based on their skills and career goals.

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Senior Trade Specialist

Senior Trade Specialist

Ameriprise Financial

Charlotte, NC • On-site

$66K - $91K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Ameriprise rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 119 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

82nd of 146 rated financial services


Job description

About Our Company


We're a diversified financial services leader with more than $1.5 trillion in assets under management, administration and advisement as of year-end 2024. Our team of 22,000 people across 19 countries, serves more than 3.5 million individual, small business and institutional clients. We are a longstanding leader in financial planning and advice, a global asset manager and an insurer. Our unwavering focus on our clients and strong financial foundation connects each of our unique businesses - Ameriprise Financial, Columbia Threadneedle Investments and RiverSource Insurance and Annuities. Here, we foster meaningful careers, invest in the future, and make a difference for clients, institutions and communities around the world.

Job Description

The Senior Trade Specialist role will manage, prioritize and perform complex fixed-income trading operations. This position will include operational support to the wealth management products group in the setup and trading of new issue structured products. The senior specialist will also execute fixed-income agency orders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage, prioritize and perform complex trading operations in support of the fixed income trading desk including: generating reports, billing trades, processing trade requests received from business partners, monitoring and triaging rejected trades, and testing or analyzing technology problems and updates. Accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness are critical to managing the desk's workflow.
  • Monitor daily reporting submissions to external regulatory agencies (MSRB and TRACE).
  • Provide new issue operational support (offering setup and trading) to Products team for structured products, working cross organizationally and with outside business partners.
  • Execute fixed-income orders timely, accurately and within all industry and firm rules and regulations. Analyze current market volatility, market structures, and other relevant characteristics and variables to optimize the client execution price.


Required Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience.
  • Active Series 7 or the ability to obtain within 120 days.
  • Strong attention to detail, including demonstrated ability to meet accuracy standards in a high-volume situation.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
  • Ability to effectively prioritize time-sensitive workflow.
  • Ability to work efficiently with multiple business partners.
  • Strong communication skills, comfortable working with various levels of the organization.
  • Basic understanding and proficiency in Microsoft Office software including OneNote.
  • Experience with various systems, including BETA, Tradeweb, SIMON, and Thomson ONE.
  • Sound understanding of the financial markets.
  • Ability to perform in a highly stressful, time-sensitive, and regulated environment.
  • Strong understanding of the differing market structures and variables which impact pricing for each.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Interest in obtaining Series 57 license.

  • Experience with regulatory websites preferred.

  • Awareness/understanding of process procedure review and development.

  • Basic understanding of structured products.

  • Basic understanding of fixed income securities.

Visa Sponsorship

Applicants must have a valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States (e.g., H-1B, F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, TN).

Base Pay Salary

The estimated base salary for this role is $66,700-$91,700/year. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full time

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt

Job Family Group

Business Support & Operations

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CLEAR Clearing

Ameriprise Financial is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, disability status, marital status, family status or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, speak to your recruiter to discuss how we can support you.


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At Ameriprise Financial, we're not just in the business of helping clients with their financial goals - we also help our advisors and employees reach their true potential by embracing an inclusive and collaborative culture. We celebrate the unique qualities and reward the contributions of our talented, passionate employees. If you're motivated and want to work for a strong, ethical company that cares about you and your community, take the next step with Ameriprise Financial.

Industry

Funds, trusts and financial programs

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

Year founded

1894

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