Senior Assistant Manager in Operations Management
The average salary after a Master’s in Finance in Europe ranges from €45,000 to €75,000, depending heavily on country, job role, and target company.
In the UK, finance grads from schools like LBS, Imperial, or Warwick often land roles in London with starting salaries between £55,000 and £70,000. Investment banking and equity research tend to pay at the higher end, especially if bonuses are included.
In France, graduates from HEC or ESCP typically earn €50,000–€60,000, with many targeting jobs in London to increase earning potential.
Germany offers €48,000–€55,000 for entry-level roles, mostly in risk, corporate finance, or audit, with Frankfurt being the main hub. Switzerland is the outlier — salaries there start at CHF 85,000 (~€90,000), especially in wealth management.
Program brand, language fluency, and whether the role is front or middle office impact pay more than the degree alone.
