Finance & Insurance
Industry

Finance & Insurance

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Market size
$3.1T
Businesses
583K
Workforce
6.3M
Avg pay
$142,934 / yr
Outlook

+3.4% jobs by 2034 · +226K jobs

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IBInsurance Broker

Insurance brokers are licensed professionals who act as intermediaries between clients and insurance companies to find the best coverage options at competitive prices.

100% work in this industry
UNUnderwriter

Underwriters are financial professionals who evaluate and assess the risk of insuring people, property, or assets. They analyze applications, determine coverage amounts, and decide whether to approve or deny insurance policies, serving as the critical decision-makers who balance risk and profitability across various industries including insurance, banking, and investment firms.

93% work in this industry
WMWealth Manager

Wealth managers provide personalized financial planning and investment management services to high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and families. Their goal is to help clients grow, protect, and manage their wealth through tailored financial strategies that encompass investment portfolios, retirement planning, estate planning, tax management, and more.

81% work in this industry
ACActuary

Actuaries are financial professionals who use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to analyze and manage risk. They evaluate the likelihood of future events and design creative solutions to reduce the likelihood of undesirable events and decrease the impact of those that do occur. Most actuaries work in the insurance industry, but they're increasingly valuable in banking, investments, healthcare, government, and consulting.

71% work in this industry
VCVenture Capitalist

A venture capitalist (VC) is an investor who provides money to early-stage or fast-growing startups in exchange for equity (ownership). VCs take higher risks than traditional investors, aiming for high returns if the company grows or is acquired or goes public. They often also offer guidance, connections, and strategic support, not just funding.

52% work in this industry
EAESG Analyst

An ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Analyst evaluates companies and investments based on their sustainability practices, social responsibility initiatives, and corporate governance standards.

52% work in this industry