A younger trader keeps asking me for drinks after work. I'm flattered, but it feels like a potential HR nightmare. Do I shut it down, or risk misinterpretation?

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Invite another person or 2 from the desk along and call it a happy hour

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Redirect it to lunch or coffee.

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This is the way. At this point, you've no idea what their motives are.

Is she/he hot? If theres a chance to find love you shouldnt worry about HR.

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If you’re a female being asked by a young male then go right ahead, it won’t look nearly as bad 😂

Are y’all in the same department? Or are you in a position of influence in any way over his/her group? If so, don’t do it. If not, you know the drill

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You need to find out what their motives are.

Like they want career advice? Anyone that’s worked on a trading desk before knows you can’t leave for lunch.

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