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- New York City’s Significant Industry report lists the top 10 most common finance jobs.
- The report also listed the projected growth rates and median salary for each.
- General and operations managers are the fastest-growing finance position in the city.
Looking for a job in the competitive world of finance so you can rock a vest to work every day or score one of those snazzy banker bags?
Great! There are many career paths you can take in the industry. You can manage money, be an investment banker, provide advice to clients, or conduct equity research.
As you narrow down what kind of job you’d like, it’s important to consider that some offer better prospects than others in terms of salary potential and opportunities.
For some insight into which finance career might be best for you, consider job market data from one of the financial capitals of the world: New York City.
In 2025 the city published its 2024 New York City Significant Industry report, and highlighted its top 10 most common financial sector jobs. The report also highlights the average salary for each position, as well as their projected growth rate from 2020 to 2030.
Below, we’ve highlighted the 10 jobs in descending order of their projected growth rates.
General and Operations Managers
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Financial Managers
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Sales Managers
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Accountants and Auditors
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Personal Financial Advisors
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Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents
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Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants
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Brokerage Clerks
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Financial and Investment Analysts
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Software Developers
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