You could start by doing a degree in a relevant subject like:
- management
- business
- economics
- finance
- maths
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
Stockbrokers manage their clients' investments by trading stocks, shares and other financial products to get the best return.
£24,000 Starter
to£125,000 Experienced
50 to 60 a week
early mornings flexibly
You can get into this job through:
You could start by doing a degree in a relevant subject like:
You'll usually need:
You may be able to get into this job through an investment specialist higher apprenticeship or financial services professional degree apprenticeship.
You'll usually need:
You could move into stockbroking if you have a experience in accountancy, banking or insurance and take further training on the job.
You can apply for a place on a company's graduate training scheme if you have a degree. You'll usually need at least an upper second class degree to apply. Useful subjects include:
There's a lot of competition for places, so it'll help if you have some relevant work experience.
Many graduates also have a postgraduate qualification like a master's in business administration.
Companies sometimes offer summer internships and choose graduate recruits when their degree finishes. They usually recruit graduates through university job fairs.
Skills in a second language can also help you to find a job.
You can find out more about careers and training in stockbroking from the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment and the Chartered Financial Analysts Society UK.
You'll need:
You'll be:
You could work in an office.
With experience and a good track record you could progress to become a trader, relationship manager or fund manager.
You could also become a partner or set up your own business.
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