Finance
Along with business and accountancy, finance is one of the top three industries in Greater Manchester with the most growth, and it shows no signs of slowing. By 2020, almost 8,000 new jobs are expected in this sector, with over 11,000 openings every year for those with the skills and expertise to advance their career!
Job roles are varied too, with lots of opportunities for you to earn a great salary and enjoy a rewarding career. You might want to focus on book-keeping and payroll management, you could become an accountant, or you may be setting your sights on becoming a renowned economist, a trusted assessor, or even a senior financial director.
Top Career Opportunities
Financial managers and directors
Average Salary £58,900
Business and financial project management
Average Salary £45,600
Chartered and certified accountants
Average Salary £35,800
Book-keepers payroll managers and wages clerks
Average Salary £21,700
| Top Job (By Salary) | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Financial managers and directors | £58,900 |
| Business and financial project management | £45,600 |
| Financial institution managers and directors | £41,100 |
| Actuaries, economists and statisticians | £40,000 |
| Financial and accounting technicians | £39,700 |
| Taxation experts | £39,200 |
| Finance and investment analysts and advisers | £38,600 |
| Chartered and certified accountants | £35,800 |
| Estimators, valuers and assessors | £30,400 |
| Finance officers | £24,100 |
| Financial administrative occupations | £21,800 |
| Book-keepers payroll managers and wages clerks | £21,700 |
| Bank and post office clerks | £18,800 |
Job Figures
There are predicted to be 2,666 new jobs with an estimated 41,328 annual openings.
Average Salaries
The current average wage for finance related occupations is £33,915 per year.
Business and Professional
Business, Accountancy and Finance & Insurance are the three highest growing industries in Manchester.