Careers Resources

Careers Resources

Retail Banking and Personal Financial Services

Prospects Profile: Financial Adviser

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

Prospects Profile: Mortgage Adviser

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

Prospects Profile: Retail Banker

Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.

Chartered Banker

Provider of professional qualifications in financial services sector, including the Chartered Banker. The website contain information about the qualification and news of the banking industry.

UK Finance

Organisation representing banks and financial service organisations in the UK. Use the news and events sections of their website to keep up-to-date with developments in this sector.

London Institute of Banking and Finance

Course provider offering qualifications in banking, insurance and financial advice/planning.

Association of Professional Financial Advisers (APFA)

Professional body for Independent Financial Advisers. Site contains information for graduates on how to become and IFA as well as a useful listing of members.

City Career Series

Articles with advice on career options in the City (including Commercial Law, Actuarial Work and Management Consultancy) and how to find work experience and graduate opportunities.

An expert guide on how to find your niche as a Financial Adviser (deVere)

Information on what the role of a Financial Adviser involves and advice on the benefits and options available for specialising in niche areas.

Banking Careers Guide 2023/24 (efinancialcareers)

Written by experts in banking careers and experienced industry insiders, this guide provides detailed information on roles and sectors in the finance industry.

Bright Network career path guide: Financial services

Information on career options within this sector, skills required, qualifications and employers.