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Sector Briefings - Insurance & Finance
For more information on the Insurance & Finance sector, download our print-ready PDF:
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The Insurance & Finance sector plays a crucial role in society and upholding the economy. For individuals, this includes supporting their insurance and banking needs, including personal bank accounts, savings accounts, loans and mortgages, and a range of insurance products to protect their assets and provide a level of income in case of emergency. For business, the sector is the bedrock for a wide range of industries that rely on loans, credit, banking, and insurance services to operate, diversify, and grow.
Key facts
- The Insurance & Finance sector employs more than 400,000 people in the UK.
- Belfast is a key location for financial services firms in Northern Ireland, with over 90% of the sector's workforce based in the Greater Belfast area.
- The Insurance & Finance sector in Northern Ireland has a relatively high proportion of female employees, with women accounting for around 57% of the workforce.
Skills & Attributes
As well as qualifications and experience, there’s a range of skills and attributes employers look for in their employees. These skills can help you succeed in many careers, but these are particularly useful for this sector:
- Analytical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Persuasiveness
- Communication Skills
- Technical Knowledge
- Customer Service
- Numeracy Skills
- Organisation Skills
- Problem Solving
- Attention To Detail
4C UR Future Insurance & Finance Career Heroes
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