Financial services research associate NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for financial services research associate.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for financial services research associate is 11101 (Financial and investment analysts), a TEER 1 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 3): +20 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 50 for a job offer.
NOC code
11101
TEER 1 · skilled
High-wage
Level 3
+20 work · 50 job offer
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 11101 covers
Financial and investment analysts collect and analyze financial information such as economic forecasts, trading volumes and the movement of capital, financial backgrounds of companies, historical performances and future trends of stocks, bonds and other investment instruments to provide financial and investment or financing advice for their company or their company's clients. Their studies and evaluations cover areas such as takeover bids, private placements, mergers or acquisitions. Financial analysts are employed by a wide range of establishments throughout the private and public sector, such as banks, brokerage houses, insurance companies, investment companies, manufacturing firms, trust companies, utility companies and underwriting firms. Investment analysts are employed primarily by brokerage houses and fund management companies.
| Unit group | 11101 — Financial and investment analysts |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 1 — usually requires a university degree |
| Broad category | Business, finance and administration occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Financial analysts
- Evaluate financial risks, prepare financial forecasts, financing scenarios and other documents concerning capital management, and write reports and recommendations
- Plan short- and long-term cash flows and assess financial performance
- Analyze investment projects
- Advise on and participate in the financial aspects of contracts and calls for tender
- Follow up on financing projects with financial backers
To use NOC 11101 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 11101 →
Other job titles under NOC 11101
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If your duties don't match NOC 11101, one of these may fit better:
- Administrative services chief — NOC 10019 (Other administrative services managers, TEER 0)
- Administrative services coordinator — NOC 13100 (Administrative officers, TEER 3)
- Administrative services manager — NOC 10019 (Other administrative services managers, TEER 0)
- Aerospace research scientist — NOC 21100 (Physicists and astronomers, TEER 1)
- Ambulance services supervisor — NOC 32102 (Paramedical occupations, TEER 2)
- Associate editor — NOC 51110 (Editors, TEER 1)
- Border services manager — NOC 40011 (Government managers - economic analysis, policy development and program administration, TEER 0)
- Chemical research technician — NOC 22100 (Chemical technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for financial services research associate?+
In NOC 2021, "financial services research associate" is an example title in unit group 11101 — Financial and investment analysts. It is a TEER 1 occupation in the "Business, finance and administration occupations" broad category.
Is financial services research associate eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 11101 is TEER 1, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does financial services research associate get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 11101 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 3. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 20 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 50 (whichever is higher).
Can a financial services research associate get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 11101 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says financial services research associate but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 11101. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.