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Occupation Code: 4312 Statistical, Finance and Insurance Clerk
Alternative titles: Finance Clerk, Insurance Clerk, Brokerage Clerk Work environment
Job description and duties
Statistical, Finance and Insurance Clerks compute and collate data to be used in statistical or financial applications. A Statistical, Finance and Insurance Clerk is typically expected to:
• Process insurance applications, claims, transactions and policy changes
• Compile statistical data from specialised sources
• Carry out basic mathematical analysis of data
• Present data in an appropriate format
• Prepare financial documents
• Calculate interest or charges payable
• Maintain records of shares, bonds or
securities purchased or sold on behalf of
clients
• Contact clients to request information or
provide them with updates
• Record financial transactions
• Deal with invoices and expenses
Statistical, Finance and Insurance Clerks may work in banks, insurance companies, other financial services firms and in the public sector. The work is generally office-based and one may require to perform work at clients’ premises.
Statistical, Finance and Insurance Clerks typically work full-time, however overtime may be required in order to meet tight deadlines or during periods of exceptional activity. Part-time work may also be available.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
To work as a Statistical, Finance and Insurance Clerk, a qualification at MQF Level 4 is typically required. Training programmes may include:
• Advanced Diploma in Financial Services (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
• Advanced Diploma in Insurance (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular
Number of employees (2017)
414
Share of foreigners (2017)
15%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+30%
Median Pay (per annum)
€17,700
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