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New/Developing US Equity Trader - Austin Texas
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What they do
A Securities or Commodities Trader trades securities or commodities electronically or on a trade or auction floor such as a stock exchange. Securities include stocks and bonds; commodities include products such as oil, gold, or corn. Monitors financial markets and the performance and price of different securities. Negotiates prices and terms for a sale or trade.
$149,535 / year median in Texas
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Kershner Trading is excited to offer a new and unique opportunity for new and developing traders to be a part of our Proprietary Trader Training Program. We are offering a comprehensive training program for new intraday equities traders and a clear career path. We have created an extended training program to create a clear career path for new traders from entry level trader to senior multi-product trader. New traders will train with dedicated teachers and experienced intraday traders recognized throughout our industry. What is your career path? New traders will spend two years training and trading, developing essential trading skills and building a trading playbook that makes the most sense to them. Then the best traders after two years will have the opportunity to further their training and trade a bigger book. During this next career phase, traders will trade with more size and further develop their technical analysis and risk management skills. The best traders from here will be offered the chance to work with our team of quants, programmers, and support staff to build trading models to supplement their trading. The best from this group will be offered other products to trade, such as Options and FX. We are looking for individuals with the following characteristics: Passion for the Markets Demonstrable History of Success Entrepreneurial Focused Emotionally Disciplined Great Teammate Coachable