Occupation · SOC 13-2099
Financial Specialists, All Other
All financial specialists not listed separately.
Median wage
$80,190
$46,420–$151,780
Projected growth
+3.1%
Average growth
Annual openings
430
per year
Employed (US)
127,450
Job Zone 5
Typical preparation
Extensive preparation
Stackable credential programs
424 mapped
Core skills
Active ListeningReading ComprehensionSpeakingCritical ThinkingWritingJudgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem SolvingActive Learning
Knowledge areas
English LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceMathematicsAdministration and ManagementComputers and Electronics
Technology & tools
Graphics or photo imaging softwareOperating system softwareWeb page creation and editing softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite software
Representative tasks
Collect fees, commissions, or other payments, according to contract terms.Send samples of clients' work and other promotional material to potential employers to obtain auditiKeep informed of industry trends and deals.
Competency framework
Skill expectations by proficiency level.
emerging
Contract terms and fee schedules — review and verify under direct supervision to ensure accurate collection of client payments and commissions.Client portfolio materials — compile and organize promotional samples for submission to potential employers or sponsors under senior guidance.Industry publications and trend reports — read and summarize key developments to support team awareness of emerging financial and market conditions.Client intake interviews — assist in conducting structured evaluations of prospective clients under close mentor oversight in a professional advisory setting.Spreadsheet software — enter and format financial data under supervision to maintain accurate records of client accounts and fee transactions.Office suite and electronic mail tools — draft routine client correspondence and internal memos following established templates and firm protocols.Basic financial concepts and accounting principles — apply foundational knowledge to support senior specialists in preparing client financial summaries.Active listening techniques — demonstrate attentiveness during client discovery meetings to capture key information for senior specialist review.Regulatory and legal reference materials — locate and read relevant statutes or guidelines under supervision to support compliance documentation tasks.Mathematics and quantitative reasoning — perform basic financial calculations, including fee prorations and commission splits, using firm-approved formulas.
developing
Client fee and commission invoices — prepare, reconcile, and process payments in accordance with contract terms with minimal supervisory review.Promotional packages for client representation — curate and dispatch tailored samples of clients' work to targeted employers and sponsors with growing independence.Industry trend analyses — synthesize news, deal activity, and market intelligence into periodic briefings that inform client strategy and business development.Candidate auditions and client interviews — conduct structured evaluations and document findings using established criteria to recommend representation decisions.Spreadsheet and financial modeling tools — build and maintain client financial tracking workbooks that monitor revenue streams, fee accruals, and contract milestones.Written client reports — compose clear, well-structured summaries of financial positions and recommendations for review by senior specialists.Customer service protocols — manage day-to-day client relationships proactively, addressing routine inquiries and escalating complex issues appropriately.Critical thinking frameworks — analyze moderately complex client scenarios to identify risks and propose solutions within familiar advisory contexts.Web page creation and editing tools — maintain and update professional online profiles and promotional pages for clients to strengthen market visibility.Law and government knowledge — apply understanding of relevant contractual and regulatory requirements to flag compliance issues before contract finalization.
proficient
Contract negotiation outcomes and fee structures — independently design, negotiate, and enforce payment terms that align with client interests and market standards.Client representation campaigns — autonomously develop and execute multi-channel promotional strategies, including curated work samples, to secure engagements and sponsorships.Competitive intelligence and deal-flow monitoring — maintain a comprehensive, continuously updated view of industry trends to position clients advantageously in evolving markets.Complex client evaluations — lead rigorous auditions and interviews using advanced assessment criteria, delivering decisive recommendations on representation without senior oversight.Advanced financial modeling and analytics — construct sophisticated spreadsheet models to forecast client revenue scenarios, commission projections, and contract risk exposure.Complex problem solving in client advocacy — diagnose and resolve non-routine challenges—such as disputed commissions or failed placements—through creative, evidence-based strategies.Deductive and inductive reasoning — synthesize disparate market signals and client data to form sound judgments on high-stakes representation and investment decisions.Legal and regulatory compliance management — interpret applicable law and government regulations autonomously to ensure all client contracts and transactions meet full compliance standards.High-stakes written deliverables — author persuasive proposals, detailed financial analyses, and formal client strategy documents that stand alone without editorial revision.Cross-functional stakeholder communication — lead negotiations and strategic discussions with employers, sponsors, legal counsel, and clients across diverse professional environments.
advanced
Organizational fee and revenue architecture — design and institutionalize firm-wide commission structures, payment policies, and contract frameworks that set the standard across the practice.Strategic client acquisition and market positioning — direct the firm's overall approach to identifying, evaluating, and signing high-value clients by setting criteria and leading landmark auditions.Industry thought leadership — represent the organization at conferences, in publications, and in professional networks to shape market trends and elevate the firm's competitive standing.Talent and team development — mentor and formally evaluate junior and mid-level specialists, designing training programs that build competency in client evaluation and financial management.Enterprise technology strategy — assess, select, and champion adoption of advanced graphics, web, and financial software platforms that modernize the firm's operational capabilities.Governance and ethical standards — establish integrity and compliance frameworks, including conflict-of-interest policies, that govern all client relationships and financial transactions firm-wide.Executive decision making under uncertainty — exercise final authority on complex, high-risk client representation decisions by integrating legal, financial, and reputational considerations at scale.Strategic partnerships and deal origination — cultivate senior-level relationships with employers, sponsors, and industry leaders to generate transformative deal flow for the firm's client roster.Financial performance oversight — own the firm's financial health by monitoring aggregate fee revenues, commission yields, and profitability targets, reporting outcomes to board-level stakeholders.Organizational knowledge management — codify best practices in client assessment, contract management, and trend analysis into institutional playbooks that sustain excellence across successive leadership generations.
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