What is the salary of a masters in finance in Europe?

Not all Master’s in Finance grads walk into six-figure jobs — but the right country and role can change everything.

• London offers some of the highest-paying jobs in investment banking, with total comp reaching £80,000+ in the first year including bonuses. But competition is steep, and most hires come from target schools.
• In Amsterdam, grads working in fintech or financial strategy roles typically earn €45,000–€55,000. Cost of living is manageable, but salary growth can be slow without Dutch fluency.
• Southern Europe (Spain, Italy) tends to offer lower pay — around €35,000–€45,000 — even from top schools like Bocconi or IE, unless relocating post-graduation.
• Private equity and hedge fund roles are rare for fresh grads but can pay €70,000+ across UK and Switzerland.

A lot depends on the exact role. Even in the same city, someone in risk at a bank might earn 30% less than someone in M&A.

For more details you can read this blog on "Top Masters in Finance Colleges in Europe 2025"