Bank and post office clerks Salary
Median salary £27,671 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £28,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For bank and post office clerks, £30,265 is the typical (median) pay. That is below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -22% versus the national average. Experienced bank and post office clerks (top 25%) earn over £33,383.
About this role
Bank and post office clerks process financial transactions, handle customer enquiries, manage accounts and deliver front-line banking or postal services. They handle cash, process payments and sell financial or postal products.
Key responsibilities
- Processing deposits, withdrawals and financial transactions
- Handling customer enquiries and account management
- Selling financial products and postal services
- Managing cash drawers and balancing at end of day
- Following anti-money laundering and security procedures
Qualifications and entry routes
No specific qualifications required. On-the-job training is provided. Many hold GCSEs or equivalent. ifs University College qualifications in financial services are valued for banking roles.
Career outlook
Branch network consolidation is reducing counter roles. Digital banking skills and advisory capabilities are increasingly important for remaining positions.
Key skills
Common industries
- Retail banks
- Building societies
- Post Office branches
- Credit unions
- Foreign exchange
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£14,004
0-2 years
Mid Level
£22,514
3-7 years
Senior
£33,383
8-15 years
Potential career growth: ▲ +138% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 15.5%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£2,594
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).