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Foreign Exchange Trader roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when your employer files PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, confirming no qualified U.S. workers are available. Advanced-degree candidates and skilled traders with documented experience can pursue permanent residency through this structured sponsorship pathway.
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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:
The Mutual Fund Trader will provide a high level of subject matter expertise with Mutual Fund, UIT, and Precious Metals products and operational functions. The primary focus of the trader is to deliver an extraordinary service experience and provide operational trading support to our financial advisors, staff, and their clients in an inbound call center environment. This role will also provide backup support to other internal support desks, including Equity Trading, Enhanced Trading, and Trading Operations. The role requires individuals seeking a collaborative, fast-paced environment, are client-focused, and are able to execute in a way that encourages creativity and continuous improvement. Being flexible and adaptable to competing priorities will be key success factors for this position.
Responsibilities:
- Supporting Advisors, clients, and internal business partners with trading inquiries which may include order placement, research, corrections, and systems troubleshooting involving trading products
- Assisting internal employees through knowledge sharing, escalation support, and ensuring problem resolutions are reached
- Participation in weekly team huddles and bi-monthly staff meetings to build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members
- Building and leveraging relationships with internal LPL departments, 3rd party vendors, transfer agents, and sponsors to assist with escalations, improve processing pain points, mitigate risk to the firm, and safeguard against trading compliance violations. Acting as liaison for Financial Advisors who may raise inquiries regarding mutual fund/UIT prospectus or assistance with navigating LPL’s trading platform and resources
- Identify risk, analyze procedures, and work with managers to resolve procedural gaps. When applicable, determine if a Technology incident should be raised for further investigation
- Taking consultative approaches to identify opportunities that increase operational efficiency and improve the Advisor/client experience. Coordinating with internal teams, mutual fund sponsors, and transfer agents for trade related issues/pain points and action said provisions to improve processes
- Work to ensure a positive outcome for Advisors/clients while also minimizing the possibility of a reoccurring negative experience
- Work through complex situations to understand the root cause of problems and determine economical solutions
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
- 3+ years of financial services, preferably in Trading
- Series 7 and 63 (or 66) required
- Registration in all US States & Territories is required upon hire
Core Competencies:
- Proficiency in standard computer knowledge (including software skills) and must be able to follow audible troubleshooting instructions if/when necessary
- MS Office skills required
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work with other departments
- Analytical and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and within a group setting
- Ability to handle fast paced and deadline driven environment
Preferences:
- Knowledge of Mutual Fund, UIT and Precious Metals markets
- Knowledge of trading regulations and requirements
- General knowledge of Equities and Bond markets
- Beta, Morningstar, Siebel, ClientWorks experience preferred
- Series 24 preferred, but not required
- VBA macros knowledge
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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Document your trading credentials strategically
Gather transcripts, CFA or CMT certifications, and performance records before PERM begins. DOL's prevailing wage determination ties your offered salary to your documented experience level, so gaps in credential paperwork can delay or weaken your employer's labor certification filing.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Foreign Exchange Trader before writing your resume. PERM job descriptions must closely match the actual duties USCIS later reviews in your I-140, so aligning your documented experience to the SOC definition strengthens both filings.
Target banks and asset managers with PERM history
Search for employers who have filed PERM applications for trading and financial analyst roles in the past. Migrate Mate surfaces verified green card sponsorship history by employer and occupation, so you can prioritize firms already familiar with the EB-2 and EB-3 process.
Ask about priority dates before accepting offers
If you're a national of India or China, your per-country priority date backlog can add years to the process. Confirm your employer understands this timeline before the offer stage, since the I-140 approval date sets your priority date and determines your place in the queue.
Distinguish EB-2 from EB-3 eligibility early
If you hold a master's degree in finance, economics, or a related field, your employer can file under EB-2, which typically moves faster than EB-3. If your highest degree is a bachelor's, EB-3 with documented trading experience of at least two years applies instead.
Understand AC21 portability before you file I-485
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you change to a new employer in the same or similar occupation without losing your priority date. For traders moving between desks or firms mid-process, this protection is worth confirming with your employer before filing.
Green Card Foreign Exchange Trader: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category applies to Foreign Exchange Traders?
Most Foreign Exchange Traders qualify under EB-2 if they hold an advanced degree in finance, economics, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive trading experience. Candidates with a bachelor's degree and at least two years of relevant experience can qualify under EB-3. Your employer's PERM filing specifies the minimum requirements, which must match your actual credentials.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 leads to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. workers applied. There is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals of high-demand countries may face priority date backlogs before the I-485 can be filed.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for trading roles?
Start by targeting financial institutions, asset managers, proprietary trading firms, and global banks that have filed PERM applications for finance or trading occupations in the past. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified green card sponsorship history by occupation, so you can focus your applications on firms already set up to run the EB-2 or EB-3 process rather than educating a new employer from scratch.
What does the PERM process involve for a Foreign Exchange Trader position?
PERM requires your employer to obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL using the OFLC Wage Search, then conduct a formal recruitment campaign to prove no minimally qualified U.S. workers applied. For specialized trading roles, this typically includes job postings, internal notifications, and documentation of all applicants reviewed. Only after DOL certifies the application can your employer file the I-140 petition with USCIS on your behalf.
Can I change employers after my green card case is filed?
Yes, under two separate rules. If your I-140 is approved and you later join a new employer, your priority date can carry over to that employer's new I-140 filing. Separately, once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or similar occupation without restarting the process, as long as USCIS confirms the occupational similarity.