Brokers
52AI EXPOSURE TODAY52
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST90%
NOT A FORECAST90%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYC
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
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Brokers
Brokers buy and sell things for other people - from insurance and property to goods and services. They find out what their clients need, negotiate good deals on their behalf, and earn commission when a deal goes through. They need to know their market well and be able to persuade people to agree to fair terms.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
AI exposure is high for this work
AI exposure today for this job is high on our index (52). We have not yet classified what, if anything, structurally protects it, so we make no claim either way about a moat. Learn the tools, and build the judgement that stays human.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior BrokerAs a Junior Broker, you will assist senior brokers in conducting market research and preparing reports. This role is an excellent entry point to gain practical experience in the brokering industry.£25,000 - £30,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level BrokerIn this role, you will take on more responsibility, managing client accounts and executing trades. You will be expected to develop your own client base and provide tailored advice.£40,000 - £50,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior BrokerAs a Senior Broker, you will lead a team, develop strategic plans, and drive business growth. Your expertise will be crucial in navigating complex transactions and mentoring junior staff.£70,000+
Apprenticeship listings for this career → (June 2026 snapshot; check closing dates on the official service)
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.