Financial Services Brokers

Financial services brokers, sometimes called registered representatives, account executives, securities sales representatives, or stockbrokers, work to represent both individuals and organizations who wish to invest in and sell stocks, bonds, or other financial products. Financial services brokers analyze companies offering stocks to see if investing is worth the risk. They also advise clients on proper investment strategies for their own investment goals. Securities, commodities, and financial services brokers hold approximately 325,140 jobs in the United States.

Quick Facts
Duties	Represent both individuals and organizations who wish to invest in and sell stocks, bonds, or other financial products
Alternate Title(s)	Account Executives, Registered Representatives, Securities Sales Representatives, Stockbrokers
Salary Range	Below $25,000 to $100,000+
Employment Prospects	Good
Advancement Prospects	Good
Work Environment	Primarily Indoors
Best Geographical Location(s)	Opportunities are available throughout the country, but are best in large, metropolitan areas
Education and Training	Bachelor's Degree
Related School Subjects	Business Economics Mathematics
Experience	Experience in general sales positions or in a summer internship or part-time job at a brokerage house will be useful
Skills	Business Management Financial Sales
Personality Traits	Conventional Enterprising Realistic
Licensure/Certification	Required
Special Requirements	None
Career Ladder	Branch Manager, Research Analyst, or Partner Financial Services Broker Trainee