As a finance and investment analyst or adviser, you’ll be a natural researcher who uses their financial knowledge and communication skills to drive the decisions of investment companies and banks. Here you can find out more about working in this field to get a sense of what’s involved.
As an investment analyst, you could work across a variety of roles that are based around providing expert advice on financial and economic trends. Your knowledge and skills will make you a valued addition to a range of businesses ranging from international banks to charities, pension funds and individual investors.
In this field you’ll be expected to research, analyse and understand economic data, converting your findings into clear decisions and recommendations for your employer to act on. In a typical workday, you might decide whether a certain company is a good investment or assess the wider economic impact of political events. This work comes with high salaries and regular bonuses.
Daily tasks will vary but could involve:
The average salary for a finance and investment analyst or adviser in the UK is £42,120. Graduates start at around £29,500.
You may travel both within the UK and overseas to visit management teams. There may also be opportunities to work abroad.
Finance and investment analysts and advisors typically work from offices but your employer may also let you work from home.
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