National Occupational Classification, TEER 1
NOC 11102: Financial advisors
Financial advisors counsel individuals on financial decisions such as investments, cash management, and estate planning. Below are the main duties, all 19 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 11102?
NOC 11102 is the code for financial advisors in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include account manager, financial advisor, financial consultant and financial planner. It is a TEER 1 occupation (usually a university degree), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $36.06 an hour.
- NOC code
- 11102
- TEER
- 1: University degree
- Broad category
- Business, finance and administration occupations
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $36.06 an hour
Job titles under NOC 11102
Financial advisors counsel individuals on financial decisions such as investments, cash management, and estate planning. They establish personal financial plans according to clients' objectives and guide them through the implementation of the proposed strategies that may be adjusted as the situation evolve. They are employed by banks, trust companies and investment firms, or they may be self-employed.
Main job titles
- account manager
- financial advisor
- financial consultant
- financial planner
- financial security advisor
- personal finance advisor
- personal investment advisor
All 19 job titles in the NOC index
account manager, associate financial advisor, associate investment advisor, banking advisor, certified financial planner, financial advisor, financial consultant, financial planner, financial security advisor, financial services advisor, financial services consultant, investment specialist, personal finance advisor, personal financial planner, personal investment advisor, personal investment counsellor, securities analyst - personal finances, securities counsellor, wealth advisor.
Main duties of NOC 11102
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Develop personal financial plans for clients covering cash management, finances, insurance coverage, investments, retirement and estate planning, taxes and legal matters
- Analyze clients' financial records, set goals and develop a financial strategy
- Advise clients on implementing the financial plan to help them achieve their goals
- May also arrange for the purchase and sale of financial products and investments depending on the licence held, and monitor the portfolio to ensure its quality and profitability
- May help to expand business and attract new clients.
Employment requirements
- A bachelor's degree in business administration, commerce, economics or a related field is usually required.
- The designation Certified Financial Planner, awarded by the Financial Planners Standards Council of Canada, may be required.
- To sell regulated financial products and investments, such as annuities, RRSPs and life insurance, a licence is required from the appropriate governing body.
- Certification as a Financial Planner is required in Quebec.
- Various training programs and courses are offered by financial institutes and organizations, such as the Canadian Securities Institute, Institute of Canadian Bankers, CFA Institute, Investment Funds Institute, Canadian Institute of Financial Planning, and Trust Companies Institute of Canada, and may be required by employers.
Additional information
- While these kinds of positions require a high degree of training and qualifications, persons who occupy them must continually update their skills and pursue professional development.
- Progression to financial management positions is possible with experience.
Is NOC 11102 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 1 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 11102 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | Not a listed trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 11102 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $23.91 | $36.06 | $73.08 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $23.08 | $32.00 | $51.28 |
| Prince Edward Island | $16.92 | $32.31 | $76.92 |
| Nova Scotia | $23.59 | $31.25 | $51.28 |
| New Brunswick | $22.56 | $33.33 | $64.10 |
| Quebec | $25.00 | $37.00 | $63.19 |
| Ontario | $23.08 | $36.06 | $76.92 |
| Manitoba | $22.31 | $38.00 | $75.00 |
| Saskatchewan | $24.00 | $36.00 | $62.02 |
| Alberta | $23.59 | $39.47 | $101.92 |
| British Columbia | $24.00 | $35.00 | $73.08 |
| Yukon | $26.62 | $43.72 | $67.11 |
| Northwest Territories | Not published | $43.02 | Not published |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 11102 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 11102 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a account manager?
NOC 11102, Financial advisors, a TEER 1 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 11102?
TEER 1. Usually a university degree. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 11102 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 1 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 11102 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 11102 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $36.06 an hour, with most wages between $23.91 and $73.08. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 11102 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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