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Engineering and Manufacturing
Engineering and Manufacturing is a broad sector that includes a wide variety of industries,
such as aerospace and aviation, automotive, computing/IT, construction, environmental, food
and beverage, infrastructure, power, transportation and many more. Whether it’s airplanes,
computers or nuclear power, engineers and manufacturers coordinate the design, build and
testing of products and systems.
What they’re looking for:
For graduates, a degree in engineering or a technology-related subject is usually required, although
some engineers have qualifications in other STEM disciplines.
You can also access the sector through a degree apprenticeship where you can gain advanced engineering,
manufacturing, scientific, digital or procurement skills.
Salary expectations:
Typical graduate salary: £23,000-£30,000
Potential salary (after five years experience): £40,000-£50,000
Top earners (10-15 years experience): £80,000+
Financial Services
Financial Services in the UK offer a range of different roles and career opportunities. Working
in this sector is fast-paced, exciting and ever-changing.
The opportunities encompass a broad range of firms and businesses that manage money,
including but not limited to investment banks, retail banks, insurance and accountancy
companies, and asset and wealth management firms.
What they’re looking for:
To work within the financial services sector, you need to have an analytical eye and a good head for
numbers. You don’t need a specific degree for most programmes, however, maths-based graduates are
usually best suited for these roles.
There are also opportunities to access the sector through an apprenticeship or degree apprenticeship
with a financial firm.
Salary expectations:
Typical graduate salary: £21,000-£32,000
Potential salary (after five years experience): £30,000-£65,000
Top earners (10-15 years experience): £100,000+
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