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Clarkson PLC

Trainee Broker (Crude market)

Houston, TX · On-site

The role of the Trainee Broker encompasses support for the broker desk during the daily trading cycle, back-up for broker confirmations, and assisting the office manager as needed in daily tasks.

Clarksons

Trainee Broker (Crude market)

Houston, TX · On-site

The role of the Trainee Broker encompasses support for the broker desk during the daily trading cycle, back-up for broker confirmations, and assisting the office manager as needed in daily tasks.

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee broker in the United States is $43,530.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,000.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Trainee brokers are entry-level professionals who are learning the fundamentals of buying and selling financial products, such as stocks, bonds, or insurance, under the supervision of experienced brokers. Their responsibilities typically include assisting senior brokers, studying financial markets, learning compliance regulations, and developing client relationships. The goal of a trainee broker is to gain the necessary skills, knowledge, and certifications to eventually become a fully qualified broker.

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To thrive as a Trainee Broker, you need a solid understanding of financial markets, strong numerical skills, and typically a bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with trading platforms, financial modeling tools, and regulatory systems is also essential, and relevant certifications like the Series 7 or equivalent may be required. Outstanding communication, resilience under pressure, and attention to detail are crucial soft skills for building client relationships and handling complex transactions. These skills and qualities are vital for navigating fast-paced financial environments and ensuring accurate, compliant, and effective trading operations.

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Trainee Broker (Crude market)

Clarkson PLC

Houston, TX

Other

Posted 16 hours ago

Job description

The role of the Trainee Broker encompasses support for the broker desk during the daily trading cycle, back-up for broker confirmations, and assisting the office manager as needed in daily tasks. Training will be provided. 


LINK CRUDE/LINK FUTURES
Compile analysis of prior day's trading volumes and enter data into corresponding spreadsheets
o Domestic Canadian and Rockies internal market recaps
Update and maintain Wallboard market information
o Marketview, Posting Plus
Learn and utilize the Bloomberg terminal and Link page
Keep public folder Contacts up to date
Generate ranking reports and revenue reports weekly
Execute relevant reports for both internal use and client submission
o Link Daily Report- enter trades and generate report
o Forward Curve-enter values and generate each report daily
o Canadian Report- enter values and generate report
Assist brokers in writing up daily transactions as they occur in real time
o Pointer
Drafting deal sheet
Distribute completed deals sheets to brokers.
Distribute broker approved deal sheets to Access Confirmer
Deal Sheet Revisions
Redistribution of recaps between brokers
o Inputting deals in E-Confirm Compare entries with Access, recaps and deal sheets
Respond to client inquires
Investigate and correct unmatched trades
Create E-Confirm Transaction approval report.
o Recorder
Log all deals in deal book.
Deal book revisions.
Send reportable trades to teams for broker approval
Report trades to Argus
Check Daily transaction reports for accuracy
o Highlight anomalies and bring to broker desk attention
Update daily volumes and Link percentage of physical and financial market
o Develop monthly and annual comparison tables for reference
Input and save all Argus data for relevant analyses
o Develop relevant market analyses as needed
o Have a working knowledge of Excel for charting/data presentation
Clear trades as needed through relevant exchange portals
Enter customer transactions into E-Confirm platforms as needed
Answer phones throughout the day as needed.
Maintain up to date market information throughout the day
o Understand parties and current markets
Understand and assist the Confirmations position as needed
o E-Confirm, Trade Recaps, Broker Web
o Backup for this position in the event of emergency
Develop understanding of the role of a Broker in the domestic crude market
o Crude Oil pricing and Infrastructure
o Market movement and trends
o Clients and company relationships
Earn Series 3 License
Earn Series 30 License
o Ensure Brokers timely administration and completion of broker compliance testing.
o Ensure accurate record keeping and documentation for all Exchange traded products

Link Data Services
Generate, assist with and send out Link Crude Daily Report, End of Day and Canadian Report.
Updating settlement prices for Forward curve

Manage distribution lists for all LDS reports.

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