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Job holders in this unit group carry out a variety of finance-related administrative functions.

Main tasks

  • Carries out clerical tasks in stockbroking companies, banking and credit card companies.
  • Administers grants and student loans in educational institutions.
  • Performs duties as cashier in schools, local government and other public sector organisations, legal and insurance services.
  • Sells tickets in theatre and cinema box offices, sports stadiums etc..
  • Receives and pays out cash to customers in non-financial organisations such as turf accountants.

Source: Office for National Statistics.

Salary and earnings

Potential earnings

£33,105.67

Average earnings

£22,153.99

Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).

What course level do I need to study?

The level of study required will vary with each job, sector and company. The table below shows the level of study achieved by those currently working in this career choice.

Educational requirements: Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C

Source: Office for National Statistics.

Level of study Percentage achieved
Level 0 3%
Level 1 5%
Level 2 26%
Level 3 26%
Level 4-5 (Higher Education) 5%
Level 6 (Bachelors) 31%
Level 7 (Masters or equivalent) 4%
Level 8 (Doctorate) 0%

Source: Labour Force Survey (LFS) data.

Economic data for careers is provided by Lightcast and also available through our Career Coach app. Job postings, employment and earnings information is represented at the regional level for the East Midlands.