The BWD Census has become the leading reference guide for salaries, earnings, and benefits in the UK financial services sector. The survey is conducted independently of any FS employer, and it gathers information from Advisers, Business Development Managers (BDMs), Paraplanners, and Compliance Professionals.
Over 550 individuals completed an online, confidential questionnaire in December 2022 and January 2023, providing data on salaries, bonuses, and benefits for the current and previous years, as well as their views on the future of their earnings. Respondents also shared what makes them optimistic about their earnings in the future.
The survey captures essential data on the impact of gender and qualifications on earnings, as well as differences in earnings by age and time in the role. The report also examines new ways of working and employers' approaches to diversity, equity, and inclusion. For the first time, the survey includes a respondent's own diversity profile.
The BWD Census report is underpinned by detailed data that BWD can use when working with clients and candidates. With clear and professional language, the introduction and method section presents the purpose and methodology of the survey in a logical and easy-to-understand way.
Senior Managers in the sector with responsibility for employing staff
Owners or Heads of Business in an adviser practice
Talent/HR Professionals
Financial Advisers/Planners
BDMs
Compliance professionals
Paraplanners
Media and industry commentators with an interest in the FS sector
Regulators with an interest in FS employment trends
What does the Census cover?
Executive Summary
Changes in Working Style
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Overall Salaries, Bonuses & Earnings
Business Development Managers
Compliance Professionals
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