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SOC 2422 Business, media and public service professionals

Finance and investment analysts and advisers Salary

Median salary £47,776 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £48,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For finance and investment analysts and advisers, £50,330 is the typical (median) pay. That is well above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +29% versus the national average. Experienced finance and investment analysts and advisers (top 25%) earn over £67,913.

About this role

Finance and investment analysts and advisers conduct systematic research, analysis and investigation within their area of expertise. They design studies, collect and analyse data, interpret findings and communicate results to inform decision-making, advance knowledge or develop new products and services.

Key responsibilities

  • Designing and conducting research or analytical studies
  • Collecting, processing and analysing data
  • Interpreting results and drawing evidence-based conclusions
  • Writing reports, papers and presenting findings
  • Maintaining laboratory, equipment or data systems

Qualifications and entry routes

Typically requires a degree in a relevant scientific or analytical discipline. Research positions often require a masters or PhD. Professional registration or chartership may be required depending on the field.

Career outlook

Demand varies by specialisation. Life sciences, data science and environmental research are growth areas. Funding availability influences academic research positions.

Key skills

Research methodology Data analysis Critical thinking Scientific writing Technical expertise

Common industries

  • Research institutions
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Government
  • Technology
  • Environmental services

Data coverage

SOC code 2422
Data source ONS ASHE
Years available 2015–2025
Estimated jobs 197,000

Median Salary

£47,776

Mean Salary

£60,430

Jobs (000s)

197k

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

P10: £25kP25: £33kMedian: £48kP75: £68kP90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£25,398

0-2 years

Mid Level

£33,356

3-7 years

Senior

£67,913

8-15 years

Potential career growth: +167% from entry to leadership

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Nominal growth: +42.2%Real growth: +3.0%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Gender pay gap: 15.4%

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£47,776

Full-time Only

£50,330

Full-time premium: +£2,554

Finance and investment analysts and advisers salary: common questions

How much do finance and investment analysts and advisers earn in the UK?
Finance and investment analysts and advisers earn a median of £50,330 a year (ONS ASHE 2025). The middle half earn between £33,356 and £67,913.
Is £50,330 a good salary in the UK?
For finance and investment analysts and advisers, £50,330 is the typical (median) pay. That is well above the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +29% versus the national average. Experienced finance and investment analysts and advisers (top 25%) earn over £67,913.
What is the starting salary for finance and investment analysts and advisers?
Entry-level finance and investment analysts and advisers typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £33,356, and the lowest-paid 10% earn under £25,398.
Have finance and investment analysts and advisers salaries kept up with inflation?
Since 2015, median finance and investment analysts and advisers pay has risen from £35,010 to £50,330 — +44% in cash terms, or +4.0% after CPIH inflation. That is ahead of inflation over the period.
Is there a gender pay gap for finance and investment analysts and advisers?
Male finance and investment analysts and advisers earn a median £50,625 and female finance and investment analysts and advisers £42,817 — a gap of +15% in 2025.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).