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Assistant Broker

An Assistant Broker supports finance professionals by helping clients with loans and insurance, managing paperwork, and facilitating communication.

How do I become a assistant broker

Get qualified to work as a assistant broker with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Assistant Broker generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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There has been strong growth in employment numbers in this sector in recent years. There are currently 32,700 people working in this industry in Australia and many of them are employed as an Assistant Broker. Assistant Brokers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If a career as an Assistant Broker interests you, consider a Certificate III in Financial Services. This course will prepare you to provide administrative support in financial sectors including banking, credit management and insurance. You’ll develop skills with financial business technologies and learn about relevant financial legislation.

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Further reading

How to become a Finance Broker in Australia

14th August 2019

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking?

11th January 2022

How to start a career as a Personal Assistant

2nd December 2021

Assistant Broker careers

An Assistant Broker helps other finance industry professionals while they assist clients to secure loans, credit cards or insurance policies. You might provide administrative assistance or meet with clients to discuss their needs. An Assistant Broker may act as a liaison point between clients and financial and insurance organisations. You’ll collect necessary information from clients and prepare required paperwork.

Assistant Brokers should be able to communicate well with clients and colleagues in the financial sector. You’ll need to have good personal skills and be good at customer service. It’s important that you are organised and can complete your work to a deadline. Assistant Brokers should have strong administrative skills and a good understanding of financial systems and procedures.