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Equity Trader roles at U.S. banks, hedge funds, and proprietary trading firms qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, typically through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, leading to permanent residency rather than a temporary visa status.
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Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals.
Job Overview:
Joining our team as an Equity Trader will allow you to provide trading support to our financial advisors by offering an extraordinary quality service experience. Our trading team’s main priority is to create a reliable support system for our clients so they can easily grow their practice. Being flexible and adaptable to competing priorities will be key success factors for this position.
As an Equity Trader you will work in a call center environment taking inbound calls from Financial Advisors, their assistants, and their clients. Traders will also make outbound calls to Advisors regarding trades and trade corrections. Traders must be able to understand multiple products and the risks, fees, and differences between the products. Traders must also understand and be able to explain the regulatory requirements and LPL Financial policies that govern the products we support and ensure compliance with product guidelines, LPL Financial policies and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Assist financial advisors, money managers, and retail clients with order placement and trade inquiries
- Assist in resolving trade and settlement issues by working with the market centers and exchanges
- Handle a high volume of inbound trading and service related calls
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.
Requirements
- FINRA Series 7 & 63 or 66 licenses required
Core Competencies:
- Knowledge of equity and option markets
- Thorough knowledge of market place rules and regulations
- Demonstrated high degree of accuracy and attention to details
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to listen and communicate in a clear and concise manner
- Must be able to work productively in both a small and large group setting
Preferences:
- 2+ years trading desk experience preferred
- FINRA Series 57 license preferred
- Series 4 license preferred
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Pay Range:
$29.71-$49.52/hour
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
Company Overview:
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace, LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses.
At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.
Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.
Information on Interviews:
LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.
Where Ambition Meets Innovation
Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals.
Job Overview:
Joining our team as an Equity Trader will allow you to provide trading support to our financial advisors by offering an extraordinary quality service experience. Our trading team’s main priority is to create a reliable support system for our clients so they can easily grow their practice. Being flexible and adaptable to competing priorities will be key success factors for this position.
As an Equity Trader you will work in a call center environment taking inbound calls from Financial Advisors, their assistants, and their clients. Traders will also make outbound calls to Advisors regarding trades and trade corrections. Traders must be able to understand multiple products and the risks, fees, and differences between the products. Traders must also understand and be able to explain the regulatory requirements and LPL Financial policies that govern the products we support and ensure compliance with product guidelines, LPL Financial policies and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Assist financial advisors, money managers, and retail clients with order placement and trade inquiries
- Assist in resolving trade and settlement issues by working with the market centers and exchanges
- Handle a high volume of inbound trading and service related calls
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.
Requirements
- FINRA Series 7 & 63 or 66 licenses required
Core Competencies:
- Knowledge of equity and option markets
- Thorough knowledge of market place rules and regulations
- Demonstrated high degree of accuracy and attention to details
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to listen and communicate in a clear and concise manner
- Must be able to work productively in both a small and large group setting
Preferences:
- 2+ years trading desk experience preferred
- FINRA Series 57 license preferred
- Series 4 license preferred
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Pay Range:
$29.71-$49.52/hour
Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
Company Overview:
LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace, LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses.
At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.
Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.
Information on Interviews:
LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Equity Trader
Document your trading credentials precisely
Your PERM labor certification requires a minimum requirements analysis tied to your specific role. Gather transcripts, CFA or Series 7 licenses, and employment records that map directly to the equity trader job description your sponsoring employer will file.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 eligibility early
EB-2 applies if your role requires an advanced degree or you qualify under National Interest Waiver criteria. EB-3 covers bachelor's-level professionals. Knowing which category fits your credentials shapes which employers can realistically sponsor you without restructuring the job requirements.
Use OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
DOL requires employers to pay the prevailing wage for your equity trader role and geographic market. Run the OFLC Wage Search by SOC code and metro area before accepting an offer so you can verify the posted compensation meets PERM compliance thresholds.
Target firms with dedicated immigration counsel
Proprietary trading firms and large asset managers with in-house or retained immigration attorneys process PERM filings far more reliably than smaller shops attempting it ad hoc. Ask directly during interviews whether the firm has handled EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorships for trading desk employees before.
Search Migrate Mate for green card sponsoring roles
Finding equity trader positions where employers have active green card filing history is the hardest filtering step. Migrate Mate surfaces roles by sponsorship track record, letting you focus applications on firms already familiar with PERM timelines for trading and financial markets positions.
Time your application around PERM recruitment rules
DOL requires employers to complete a mandatory recruitment period before PERM can be filed, typically around 60 days. If you're already in the offer stage, confirm your employer's timeline so this recruitment window doesn't create an unexpected gap in your authorization planning.
Green Card Equity Trader: Frequently Asked Questions
Do equity trader roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Equity trader positions can qualify under either category depending on how the employer defines the role's minimum requirements. EB-3 covers roles requiring a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree or the candidate holds specialized credentials that justify the higher classification. Your employer's immigration attorney determines which category fits the specific job description.
How is PERM green card sponsorship different from H-1B for equity traders?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 85,000 visas annually with a lottery for most applicants. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries and leads to permanent residency rather than a fixed work authorization period. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification and the I-140 petition add substantial processing time before you reach adjustment of status, often two to four years depending on your country of birth and case complexity.
What credentials strengthen a PERM filing for an equity trader position?
DOL's PERM process requires the employer to define minimum qualifications, then demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker was available. Credentials that align precisely with those minimums, such as a finance or economics degree, Series 7 or CFA designation, and documented trading experience in the relevant asset class, reduce the risk of an audit or denial. O*NET lists the occupational requirements USCIS and DOL reference when evaluating specialty occupation and labor certification claims for trader roles.
Where can I find equity trader jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Most general job boards don't filter by green card sponsorship history, which makes it difficult to identify employers who have actually completed PERM filings for trading roles. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, letting you filter equity trader positions by employment-based sponsorship track record so you're targeting firms already familiar with the EB-2 and EB-3 process rather than educating employers from scratch.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
Yes, with important timing constraints. Under AC21 portability rules, if your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, you can change to a same or similar occupational role without losing your priority date. Equity trading roles with the same SOC code or substantially similar duties generally qualify. Changing employers before these thresholds resets the PERM process entirely.