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Securities agents, investment dealers and brokers

(NOC 1113)
Annual Earnings
$76,208
Typical Education Background
Degree
Job Openings
(2022-2032)
960

Career Overview

Securities agents, investment dealers and brokers:

  • Buy and sell stocks, bonds, treasury bills, mutual funds and other securities for individual investors, pension fund managers, banks, trust companies, insurance firms and other establishments
  • Buy and sell stocks, bonds, commodity futures, foreign currencies and other securities at stock exchanges on behalf of investment dealers
  • Work for investment companies, stock brokerage firms, stock and commodity exchanges and other establishments in the securities industry

Duties

Securities agents and investment dealers:

  • Develop long-term relationships with clients by preparing investment strategies to help them achieve their financial goals
  • Review financial periodicals and develop a network within the financial industry to gather relevant information and identify potential investments for clients
  • Carry out investment orders by buying and selling stocks, bonds, treasury bills, mutual funds and other securities for individual investors, pension fund managers or companies such as banks, trust companies and insurance firms
  • Oversee client investment portfolios and ensure that investment transactions are carried out according to industry regulations

Brokers:

  • Buy and sell stocks, bonds, commodity futures, foreign currencies and other securities at stock exchanges on behalf of investment dealers
  • Develop trading strategies by reviewing investment information and monitoring market conditions from the exchange floor and through contact with trading departments of other investment firms, pension fund managers and financial analysts
  • Make bids and offers to buy and sell securities and complete details of sales on exchange trade tickets
  • Prepare reviews of portfolio positions

Earnings

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Annual Earnings

$76,208

Provincial Hourly Rate

High$54.81/hr
Median$36.54/hr
Low$24.04/hr
Source: B.C. Labour Market Information Office, derived from 2022 Job Bank Wage data

Work Environment

# Workers Employed

2,300

% Employed Full Time

55%
Source: 2016 Census

Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office.

Career Pathways

Promotion to related management positions is possible with experience.

Occupational Interests

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Here are the top occupational interest(s) for this career profile:

Enterprising
Enterprising

Job Titles

Annuity representative - investments
Arbitrager
Broker, commodity - grain, energy
Broker, financial
Dealer, bonds / stocks / foreign exchange
Representative, investment / securities
Sales agent, mutual funds / securities
Stockbroker
Trader, commodity / stock exchange
Trader, investments

Education, Training and Skills

  • A bachelor's or master's degree in economics, business or other discipline is usually required.
  • Securities sales representatives and brokers require completion of industry investment and sales training programs and completion of the Canadian Securities course and the Registered Representative Manual Exam offered by the Canadian Securities Institute.
  • Specialized courses are also available for securities sales representatives and brokers who want to trade in specific investment products such as securities options and futures contracts.
  • Licensure by the provincial securities commission in the province of employment is required for securities agents, investment dealers and brokers.

Education programs in B.C.

The following program areas are related to this occupation:

  • Business Administration/Management/Commerce
  • Economics (Arts)
  • Economics (Science)
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Skills

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Here, you will find the 10 most relevant workplace skills. Some are more important to achieving success in a certain career than others. These skills may come naturally to you or you may need to gain them through education, training and experience.

See the list of work-related skills below, ranked in order of importance for this career. Check out the list and see if this career matches your skills—take that first step!

Speaking

Talking to others to share information effectively.

73%
Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

72%
Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

70%
Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

70%
Persuasion

Convincing others to change their mind or behaviour.

66%
Judgment and Decision-Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

66%
Monitoring

Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

64%
Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

64%
Time Management

Managing one’s own time and the time of others.

61%
Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

60%

Labour Market Statistics

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Employment

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Employment

2,300
Source: 2016 Census

Employment by Region

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Cariboo
Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
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Region Employment (2022) % Employment of this Occupation
Cariboo 40 0.9%
Kootenay N/A 0.4%
Mainland/Southwest 2,220 82.5%
North Coast and Nechako N/A N/A
Northeast N/A 0.0%
Thompson-Okanagan 210 5.7%
Vancouver Island/Coast 250 10.1%
Source: 2016 Census and B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Labour Market Outlook

The B.C. Labour Market Outlook is a 10-year forecast of the expected supply and demand for labour in the province. It’s usually updated every year. The purpose is to provide British Columbians with the knowledge to make informed decisions on careers, skills training, education and hiring.

Forecasted Job Openings (2022-2032)

960
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Forecasted Job Openings

Forecasted Employment Growth Rate

Composition of Job Openings

Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Job Openings by Region (2022-2032)

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Kootenay
Mainland/Southwest
North Coast and Nechako
Northeast
Thompson-Okanagan
Vancouver Island/Coast
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Region Job Openings Avg. Annual Employment Growth
Cariboo 0 0.0%
Kootenay N/A N/A
Mainland/Southwest 820 0.7%
North Coast and Nechako N/A N/A
Northeast N/A N/A
Thompson-Okanagan 40 0.0%
Vancouver Island/Coast 100 0.4%
N/A: Data is not available for this region.
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook

Industry Highlights

Learn about the opportunities in B.C.'s major industries, including employment trends, earning potential, locations of work and more.

Forecasted Job Openings by Industry

IndustryJob Openings (2022-2032)
Finance, insurance and real estate50,900
Construction72,700
Retail Trade115,500
Transportation and Warehousing53,400
Repair, Personal and Non-Profit Services46,100
For additional industry information, visit the Industry Profiles page.
Source: 2016 Census and B.C. Labour Market Outlook

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