Financial Trader Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Financial Trader includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Buying and selling securities on behalf of the company.
  • Evaluating trading algorithms.
  • Implementing effective trading strategies.
  • Working with quantitative researchers to improve trading strategies.
  • Recording and reporting each day’s profit and loss.
  • Regularly monitoring portfolios to ensure that they are guideline compliant.
  • Keeping abreast with changes in the financial market.
  • Assisting the company to attract new clients by maintaining and enhancing marketing materials.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Financial Trader duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Financial Trader roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.