Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents
Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed
Buy and sell securities or commodities in investment and trading firms, or provide financial services to businesses and individuals. May advise customers about stocks, bonds, mutual funds, commodities, and market conditions.
Median pay: $78,660/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +3.3% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 38,100 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Make bids or offers to buy or sell securities.
• Monitor markets or positions.
• Agree on buying or selling prices at optimal levels for clients.
• Keep accurate records of transactions.
• Buy or sell stocks, bonds, commodity futures, foreign currencies, or other securities on behalf of investment dealers.
• Complete sales order tickets and submit for processing of client-requested transactions.
• Report all positions or trading results.
• Interview clients to determine clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, or financial objectives.
What's the median pay for Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents?
The median pay for Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents is $78,660 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents?
Employment for Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents is projected to change +3.3% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents?
About 38,100 openings per year, on average, over the decade.