Securities agents and investment dealers and advisors buy and sell stocks, bonds and other securities for clients. Traders buy and sell stocks, commodity futures and other securities at stock exchanges on behalf of investment dealers. Financial examiners and forensic investigators examine financial records to ensure compliance with legislation and regulations. Financial investigators investigate trading activities. Trust officers administer estate and other trusts.
Mortgage brokers apply for loans on behalf of clients.
The proportion of self-employed workers has increased significantly in these occupations over the last 10 years. The proportion of women in these occupations has increased significantly over the last 10 years. These rates are among the lowest for occupations in business, finance and administration. These earnings are among the lowest for professional occupations, but are among the highest for occupations in business, financial administration. Persons 15 to 29 years old make up a small proportion of new hires in these occupations, indicating that these are not usually entry-level positions.