Trader
Would you like to watch and analyse the stock market to identify trends and / or changes, analyse performance charts, and devise investment strategies in order to make a profit for a client?
If so, then a career as a Trader might be for you. Learn more about this profession and career path here.
What Does a Trader Do & What Jobs Does This Career Path Include?
As a Trader, you can work for both buy – side (Asset Manager) and sell-side (Stock Brokerage) firms in the listed investments industry. Traders buy and sell investments listed on the stock exchange at the best price and time in order to make a profit for clients. They work in different markets / investment groups/ asset classes such as listed securities, debt, derivatives, commodities, and forex, amongst others. Traders may specialise in one type of investment or asset class. Traders watch and analyse the stock market to identify trends and / or changes, analyse performance charts, and devise investment strategies.
What Qualifications & Skills Are Required?
Postgraduate degree in:
- Mathematics
- Financial Markets
- Investments
- Economics
- Finance
- Preferably CFA or related experience, or studying towards the designation
In this career-path, you’ll require the following understanding and competencies in maths and related disciplines:
- Numerical and analytical skills
- Data analysis skills
In this career-path, you’ll require the following understanding and competencies in computing and technology:
- Excel
- Bloomberg
- FactSet
- Inet
- Introductory course to Financial Markets
- Registered Persons Exams – advantageous
- Analytical problem solving
- Ability to focus on the detail, excellent planning and organisational skills, solutions orientated.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Must be highly adaptable and able to juggle numerous tasks simultaneously.
