Careers in Finance & Banking
Two hundred and thirty-seven careers across investment banking, accounting, wealth management, trading, financial planning, and the operational and analytical roles that sit underneath the modern financial system. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 5 of 5 for Finance & Banking.
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Quantitative Risk Model Validator
Master's or PhD in Math, Statistics, Financial Engineering, or Physics; FRM valued · $135,000
Independently validates quantitative models used for pricing, risk management, and regulatory capital, assessing model…
Quantitative Trader
Bachelor's in Mathematics / Physics / Computer Science (PhD preferred) · $260,000
Uses quantitative models and statistical analysis to identify trading opportunities and manage risk.
Rates Trader
Bachelor's in Finance / Mathematics / Economics · $210,000
Trades interest rate instruments and manages interest rate risk exposure.
Real Estate Investment Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $127,000
Analyzes real estate market trends, conducts financial analysis, and evaluates investment opportunities to support…
Regulatory Capital Analyst (Basel III/IV)
Bachelor's or Master's in Finance, Math, or Economics; FRM valued · $115,000
Calculates and reports regulatory capital requirements under Basel III/IV frameworks, managing RWA optimization,…
Restructuring & Distressed Debt Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance / Economics / Business · $150,000
Advises on corporate restructurings, distressed debt situations, and bankruptcy transactions.
Restructuring / Turnaround Advisor
Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting; MBA or JD strongly preferred; CFA/CPA valued · $165,000
Advises financially distressed companies and their creditors on debt restructuring, bankruptcy proceedings, liability…
Sales Trader
Bachelor's in Finance / Economics / Business · $210,000
Combines trading and sales functions; executes client trades while providing market insights and trading ideas.
Sector Specialist / Industry Coverage Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance/Economics; MBA preferred; deep industry experience · $155,000
Provides deep industry expertise within an investment bank, covering specific sectors such as technology, healthcare,…
Securities Lending Specialist
Bachelor's in Finance or Business · $105,000
Manages securities lending and borrowing activities, sourcing hard-to-borrow securities for short sellers, negotiating…
Securities Lending Trader
Bachelor's Degree · $112,340
Execute securities lending and borrowing transactions on behalf of financial institutions, managing associated risks…
Securities Operations / Back Office Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance, Business, or Accounting · $68,000
Processes trade settlements, manages corporate actions, handles custody and clearing operations, and ensures accurate…
Senior Accountant
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Prepare financial statements, reconcile accounts, analyze financial data, and assist with audits while supervising…
Senior Equity Research Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance / Economics (MBA preferred) · $350,000
Leads equity research team, manages coverage universe, builds client relationships, and directs research strategy and…
Senior ESG Research Analyst
Master's Degree · $125,000
Conduct in-depth research and analysis of companies' environmental, social, and governance practices to produce…
Structured Products Specialist
Master's in Financial Engineering, Math, or Quantitative Finance; CFA/FRM valued · $160,000
Designs and prices complex structured financial products including CLOs, CDOs, asset-backed securities, and bespoke…
Syndicated Loans / Loan Syndication Specialist
Bachelor's in Finance or Economics; CFA valued · $125,000
Structures and distributes syndicated loan facilities to institutional investors, managing the syndication process from…
Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents
Bachelor's Degree · $59,740
Determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and…
Tax Preparers
High School Diploma · $50,560
Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.
Technical / Chartist Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance, Math, or Economics; CMT (Chartered Market Technician) certification · $95,000
Analyzes price charts, trading volume, and technical indicators to identify trading patterns and generate buy/sell…
Trade Compliance / Surveillance Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance, Law, or Business; Series 7/63 helpful; SIE valued · $88,000
Monitors trading activity for potential market abuse, insider trading, and regulatory violations, managing surveillance…
Transfer Agent / Investor Services Specialist
Bachelor's in Business, Finance, or related field · $58,000
Manages shareholder record-keeping, processes fund subscriptions and redemptions, handles investor communications, and…
Treasurers and Controllers
Bachelor's Degree · $108,390
Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.
Treasury Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance / Accounting / Business · $75,000
Manages cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and day-to-day treasury operations for a corporation.
Treasury Dealer
Bachelor's in Finance / Business / Accounting · $76,000
Executes treasury transactions including deposits, borrowings, and derivative transactions.
Treasury / Liquidity Manager (Bank)
Bachelor's or Master's in Finance; CFA/CTP (Certified Treasury Professional) valued · $145,000
Manages the bank's liquidity position and funding strategy, forecasting cash flows, maintaining regulatory liquidity…
Treasury Manager
Bachelor's in Finance / Accounting (MBA preferred) · $130,000
Manages treasury function for a corporation; oversees cash management, liquidity, and banking relationships.
Treasury Operations Analyst
Bachelor's in Finance / Accounting / Business · $72,000
Executes treasury transactions, manages settlement, and maintains treasury systems and controls.
Treasury Risk Manager
Bachelor's in Finance / Risk Management / Business · $110,000
Manages treasury risks including interest rate, currency, credit, and liquidity risks.
Valuation Consultant
Bachelor's degree · $120,000
Provide expert financial analysis to determine the value of businesses, assets, and liabilities for purposes such as…
Venture Capital Associate / Tech Investor
Bachelor's degree (MBA from top school common) · $175,000
Evaluates technology startup investments, conducting due diligence, market analysis, and financial modeling to identify…
Venture Capital Partner (Life Sciences)
Doctorate or MBA with relevant scientific background · $250,000
Identify, evaluate, and invest in promising biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, and digital health…
Venture Capitalist
Master's Degree · $200,000
Identifies and invests in high-growth potential startups, providing capital and strategic guidance in exchange for…
Venture Capitalist (VC)
Master's Degree · $250,000
Identifies, evaluates, and invests in high-growth potential startups, providing capital and strategic guidance to help…
Venture Partner
Master's degree or higher, often MBA or PhD, combined with extensive relevant experience. · $250,000
Leverage industry expertise, network, and operational experience to identify investment opportunities, conduct due…
Wealth Management / Family Office CEO
Bachelor's degree (MBA/CFA/CFP common) · $300,000
Leads a wealth management firm or family office, overseeing investment management, estate planning, tax strategy, and…
Wealth Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $100,000
Advise clients on financial planning, investments, and other financial services. Help individuals and organizations…