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Sales Agents, Securities and Commodities

SOC 41-3031.01

Buy and sell securities in investment and trading firms and develop and implement financial plans for individuals, businesses, and organizations.

8
Skills
8
Knowledge
4
Job Zone
No
Green

Top Skills 8

Active Listening
4.1
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Persuasion
4.0
Judgment and Decision Making
3.9
Writing
3.6
Active Learning
3.6

Knowledge Areas 8

Customer and Personal Service
4.4
Economics and Accounting
4.1
English Language
4.0
Sales and Marketing
3.9
Mathematics
3.8
Computers and Electronics
3.5
Administration and Management
3.4
Law and Government
3.2

Key Tasks

1Keep accurate records of transactions.
2Complete sales order tickets and submit for processing of client-requested transactions.
3Interview clients to determine clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, or financial objectives.
4Discuss financial options with clients and keep them informed about transactions.
5Develop financial plans, based on analysis of clients' financial status.

Also Known As

Account Executive Account Leader Account Specialist Bond Broker Business Account Leader Business Relationship Manager Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Commodity Broker Cotton Broker Customer Agent

Tools & Equipment

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