Trader

Cetera Financial Group; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO and holidays

401(k) matching

Parental leave

Mental health benefits

EAP

Pet insurance

Job summary

Cetera Financial Group is seeking a Financial Trader to execute trades across multiple investment products and support internal trading needs. The role requires strong compliance awareness and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge of FINRA regulations and experience with Series 7 and Series 63 licenses are preferred. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities within Cetera’s growing network of financial professionals.

Qualifications

• Executes trades across stocks, bonds, mutual funds and other products.
• Interacts with registered reps or internal teams to provide trading services.
• Ensures timely, compliant execution of trades and licensing checks.

Responsibilities

• Executes trade orders for stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other investment products.
• Explains trading procedures to reps and customers, provides quotes and answers questions.
• Researches and resolves trade-related issues and ensures compliance with standards.
• Ensures all trades meet internal and external compliance requirements.

Skills

Trading

Compliance

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Education

FINRA Series 7

FINRA Series 63

Job description

Financial Trader – Job Description

At Cetera, we strive for continuous improvement and evolution towards excellence. To achieve this, we require the right individuals who can support and ensure our success. Our corporate team is the backbone of our operations, providing support in various areas such as legal, finance, and HR. We offer diverse business opportunities that are constantly evolving, providing meaningful prospects for growth to everyone. If you are proactive, adaptable to change, and thrive in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment, the possibilities for advancement and success are limitless. We are currently seeking a Financial Trader.

Responsibilities

• Executes trade orders for stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and other investment products.
• May provide trading service to registered representatives or for internal company purposes.
• Executes moderately complex purchases and sales of investment products in a timely and efficient manner.
• Explains trading procedures to reps and other customers, answers questions and provides quotes.
• Researches and resolves issues for trade related issues.
• Ensures that all trades meet internal and external compliance standards.
• Checks to verify proper licensing of outside representatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Demonstrates understanding of administration business and knowledge of company products and services.
• Ability to manage tasks in an assertive, efficient, and timely manner.
• Must be able to multitask and keep calm under pressure.
• Detailed oriented.
• Registered with the following FINRA licenses.
• FINRA Series 7 – General Securities Representative
• FINRA Series 63 – Uniform Securities Agent State Law

What We Give You In Return

• Inclusive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans built to support diverse lifestyles, offer preventative care, and protect against hardship.
• Easy access to mental health benefits to meet our team members and their families where they are.
• 20+ days of paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and 2 paid wellness days to give our employees the time they need to stay close with their loved ones, recharge, and give back to their communities.
• 401(k) savings plan with a generous company contribution (up to 5%), and access to a financial professional to offer our employees the opportunity to plan‑ahead for a strong financial future well beyond their working years.
• Paid parental leave to support all team members with birth, adoption, and fostering.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options to help you save money on healthcare, daycare, commuting, and more.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), LifeLock, Pet Insurance and more.
• Paid caregiver leave to provide time away from work when caring for an ill or recovering family member.
• Additional benefits such as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), identity theft protection (LifeLock), pet insurance, and other voluntary benefits to provide extra peace of mind.

About Cetera

Cetera Financial Group ® (Cetera) is a leading network of independent retail broker‑dealers and registered investment advisers empowering the delivery of objective financial advice to individuals, families, and company retirement plans across the country through trusted financial advisors and financial institutions. Cetera is one of the largest independent financial advisor networks in the nation and a leading provider of retail services to the investment programs of banks and credit unions. Advisor support resources offered through Cetera include award‑winning wealth management and advisory platforms, comprehensive broker‑dealer and registered investment adviser services, practice management support, and innovative technology.

Cetera Financial Group (Cetera) is a network of independent retail firms, including those that are members of FINRA/SIPC: Cetera Advisors LLC; Cetera Wealth Services, LLC (formerly known as Cetera Advisor Networks); Cetera Investment Services LLC (marketed as Cetera Financial Institutions or Cetera Investors); and Cetera Financial Specialists LLC. Entities registered as investment advisers with the Securities and Exchange Commission include Cetera Investment Management LLC and Cetera Investment Advisers LLC. Cetera's principal office is located at 655 W. Broadway, 11th Floor, San Diego, CA 92101. Avantax Planning Partners, Inc. is an SEC registered investment adviser within the Aretec Group, Inc. (dba Cetera Holdings, an affiliate of Cetera). All the referenced entities are under common ownership.

Cetera Financial Group is committed to providing an equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. For us, this is the only acceptable way to do business. Accordingly, all employment decisions at Cetera Financial Group, including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, and placement, will be made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic characteristics, religion, religious dress and/or grooming, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, U.S. military status, political affiliation, or any other class protected by state and/or federal law.

Agencies please note: this recruitment assignment is being managed directly by Cetera’s Talent Acquisition team. We will reach out to our preferred agency partners in the rare instance we require additional talent options. Your respect for this process is appreciated.

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