Banking, insurance and other financial clerks:
Source: Estimated median employment income based on 2021 Job Bank median hourly wage rate (median annual salary = hourly wage rate x 40 (hours per week) x 52.14 (weeks per year))
Note:Estimated median employment income based on 2021 Job Bank median hourly wage rate (median annual salary = hourly wage rate x 40 (hours per week) x 52.14 (weeks per year))
Source: 2021 Job Bank Wage Report
Source: B.C. Labour Market Outlook
10 year expected job openings: 930
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Bank clerks:
Insurance clerks:
Other financial clerks:
Banking, insurance and other financial clerks typically work in banks and offices. While these individuals generally work regular daytime hours, some banks and insurance offices are open in the evenings.
Work involves long periods either sitting or standing in a small space, answering customer questions and using a computer. Extended time using a computer may cause muscle strain, eye strain and occasional headaches
Workers in this occupation conduct their work in a fast paced, ever-changing environment in which tasks need to be completed quickly and accurately either in-person or over the telephone. They process a high volume of customer requests and must provide excellent customer service, with great attention to detail.
Source: 2016 Census
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Career paths
With experience, promotion to supervisory positions is possible and may be easier for those willing to relocate.
Additional resources
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