Navigating the Shifting Fintech Recruitment Landscape
Fintech recruitment is a changeable landscape. Trends ebb and flow, and adaptability is a key trait for success. We’ve taken a deep dive into the events that have shaped the last two decades and laid out our predictions and recommendations for success in the future. Although the last two decades have, according to the Recruitment […]
Soft Skills: Gaining An Edge In The Job Market | EC1 Partners
This article discusses: The importance of soft skills in the AI era What are soft skills? Which soft skills aid success AI has transformed the employment landscape already, and it hasn’t finished yet. We’re seeing the automation of many tasks as employers realise that AI can complete them both more efficiently and more accurately than […]
The Future of FinTech
This thought leadership piece covers the following: The growth of FinTech How will the FinTech industry evolve? Emerging and advancing technologies: Generative AI and machine learning RegTech Blockchain and distributed ledger technology Quantum futures The interest of things (IoT) Increased modularity and increased interconnectedness Other routes to success: Customer-centric focus Becoming a trusted source ESG […]
Is Hybrid Working the Future for Your Company?
This article discusses: What is hybrid working? The benefits of hybrid working The disadvantages of remote work What types of hybrid working are there? How can hybrid work for your business? Hybrid work is here to stay. A 2023 survey by Zippia found that 74% of US companies are using or planning to use a […]
Life in FinTech Podcast: Advancing your career as a software developer
Sam Gasson, Chief People Officer at EC1 Partners, sits down with Kishan Patel, an Executive Consultant at our London office. Kishan joined EC1 Partners just over 2 years ago and has excelled, he has achieved two promotions in the last year alone! During episode 2 of our Life in FinTech podcast, Kish talks about his […]
Unveiling the Future of Fintech Talent Acquisition: Key Strategies for Success
This article discusses: What do candidates want, and what is the future of talent acquisition? The impact of technology on talent acquisition What are the drawbacks of automation in hiring? Acquiring and retaining top talent has become a critical challenge for companies. One of the main trends we have witnessed in 2023 is that candidate […]
Life in FinTech Podcast: Straight out of college and into FinTech
Life in FinTech Podcast: Straight out of college and into FinTech Sam Gasson, Chief People Officer at EC1 Partners, sits down with Mackenzie Daly, a Consultant at our New York office, for our Life in FinTech Podcast mini-series. Mackenzie joined EC1 New York in July 2022 after graduating college and studying American Studies. Mackenzie talks […]
Sustainability in FinTech
This article covers: The rise of sustainable finance FinTech innovations driving sustainable finance FinTechs impact on companies and investors Appealing to Gen Z through sustainability The global professional landscape is witnessing a profound shift towards sustainable economic models driven by the urgent need to address environmental challenges to build a more resilient future. This transformation […]
Life in FinTech Podcast: How to fast-track your career
Sam Gasson, Chief People Officer at EC1 Partners, sits down with Brendan Bray, a Team Manager at our New York office, for our Life in FinTech Podcast mini-series. Brendan has had an incredible start to his career at EC1 Partners. In 2 years, he has gone from Researcher to Team Manager. In this podcast Brendan […]
Navigating the Future: AI’s Impact on the Job Market in FinTech
In recent months I have been frequently asked about the role AI is going to play in the future of work. AI and automation are revolutionising the way we operate in the FinTech space and people are asking the question ‘How will AI reshape the job market?’ AI is already powering a wide range of […]