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On targetjobs you'll find graduate careers advice on a huge range of topics – and we're adding more all the time. Compare career options with information on what to expect from working life in different sectors, then learn how you can develop your skills, gain work experience and succeed in applications and interviews. If you're not sure what you'd like to do, don't panic: we're here to help you take those first steps into making career decisions. We also have articles on how to make the most of uni life, organise your job hunt, juggle job offers and more. Whether you're in your first year of university or have already graduated, our career advice for students and graduates will set you on the right path.
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Debt/finance adviser: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Debt advisers provide impartial and confidential information, advice and guidance to people with financial problems.

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Accounting technician: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Accounting technicians work for both private and public sector organisations, where they undertake a wide range of accountancy, financial and taxation tasks.

Accounting & finance
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Investment analyst: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Investment analysts provide stockbrokers, fund managers and stock market traders with financial information, advice and recommendations derived from global investment data.

Investment banking & fund management
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Insurance loss adjuster: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Loss adjusters work on behalf of insurance companies and corporate insurers to assess and investigate claims.

Banking, insurance & financial services+2
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Investment fund manager: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Investment fund managers advise private and corporate clients to help them get the best return on their investments.

Investment banking & fund management
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Corporate banker: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Corporate bankers provide financial advice to commercial clients and institutions as well as promoting financial services and products to help these clients run their operations.

Banking, insurance & financial services+2
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Insurance broker: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Insurance brokers identify and organise suitable insurance cover for commercial organisations and private clients.

Banking, insurance & financial services
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Commodity broker: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Commodity brokers buy and sell commodities on a commission basis on behalf of private and commercial clients.

Investment banking & fund management
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How to get into finance as a graduate student

Skills and competencies

Navigating the world of finance can feel daunting - especially for students unsure of where to start. Maybe you're interested in investment banking, asset management, fintech, or corporate finance. The opportunities are vast, but so is the competition. With a focused strategy and a head start, you can carve out your place in this competitive industry.

Accounting & finance
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Actuary: job description

Advice

Actuaries use statistical techniques and mathematical skills to assess the probability of an event and its financial consequences.

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Financial manager: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

If providing financial advice within public and private sector organisations appeals to you, read this finance manager job description.

Accounting & finance
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Auditor: job description

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Auditors inspect organisations’ financial accounts to ensure they’re correct and comply with the law.

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Accounting & finance
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