Other Business Services Managers
(NOC 0125)
in All ManagementManagers in this group plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of companies that provide services to business. They make sure quality services are provided and that clients are satisfied. They work in fields like management consulting, market research, personnel and payroll services, contact centre services and security services.
Job Outlook
Average
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Compared to: All Management
Hourly Pay
$32.31
Minimum$43.57
Median$55.38
MaximumAnnual Pay
$2,839
Minimum$43,774
Median$111,953
MaximumCompared to: All Management
Hourly Pay
$22.50
Minimum$43.80
Median$66.20
MaximumAnnual Pay
$10,632
Minimum$55,002
Median$124,014
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Managers in this group plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of companies that provide services to business. They make sure quality services are provided and that clients are satisfied. They work in fields like management consulting, market research, personnel and payroll services, contact centre services and security services.
Job duties
Managers in this group:
- Manage the operations of an organization or department that provides insurance services, credit services, investment services, real estate, advertising, management consulting, market research, or a bank or similar financial institution.
- Plan, develop and organize the policies and procedures of these organizations.
- Develop action plans, provide expertise in response to client needs, and support and advise project teams.
- Direct staff in the development and implementation of service quality assessment strategies.
- Manage budgets for client projects, contracts, equipment and supplies.
- Represent the company within various economic and social organizations.
- Help staff with administrative or technical problems.
- Hire, train and supervise staff.
Sample job titles
- accounting firm manager
- contact centre manager
- employment agency manager
- energy asset joint venture manager
- legal firm manager
- management consulting service manager
- market research service manager
- nursing registry manager
- payroll service manager
- personnel agency manager
- professional services manager - business services
- security service manager
Skills
- You need strong leadership qualities and an ability to motivate others. You need excellent organizational, problem-solving, planning, and decision-making skills. You must have confidence and initiative, and you need excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Job requirements
- A university degree or college diploma in a related field.
- Several years of experience within the appropriate business service provided.
- Licences, certificates or registration may be necessary for some business services managers. For example, accounting firm managers usually need accounting certification.
- University studies in business administration may be necessary.
Other considerations
- Movement to senior management positions is possible with experience.
By the numbers
Quick look
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Management
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
$46,481 median annual incomeCape Breton
$41,941 median annual incomeNorth Shore
N/ASouthern
$41,138 median annual incomeAnnapolis Valley
$48,000 median annual incomeCompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Professional, scientific and technical services
Manufacturing
Construction
Arts, entertainment and recreation
What is the age of Employment?
45-54
35-44
55-64
65+
25-34
15-24
Compared to: All Management
45-54
35-44
55-64
25-34
65+
Top levels of education
Bachelor
$58,280 median annual incomeHigh school
$42,035 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$41,911 median annual incomeMaster
N/ALess than high school
$19,934 median annual incomeCompared to: All Management
Bachelor
$71,875 median annual incomeHigh school
$42,294 median annual incomeCollege Diploma
$50,256 median annual incomeMaster
$93,261 median annual incomeTrade Certification
$44,396 median annual incomeEducation & training
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