Our recruitment solutions for banking professions
Banking, a dynamic sector that needs to keep pace with change
The banking sector in the UK, one of the main pillars of the economy, is undergoing constant change. Between the digitalisation of services, the integration of new technologies and constantly changing regulations, banks are having to innovate to meet the expectations of customers and regulators alike. The emergence of fintechs and the growing importance of digital banks are forcing traditional players to speed up their transformation. The impact of the digital transition, as well as the challenges of regulatory compliance (such as MiFID II or Basel III requirements), make this a constantly evolving environment.
Traditional banking professions, such as fund management, lending and investment advice, are evolving to meet the needs of a market that is becoming increasingly focused on technology and data analysis. This major shift is influencing and accompanying recruitment expectations, where new hybrid profiles combining financial expertise and technical skills are increasingly in demand.
Banking, a breeding ground for financial and technical talent
Recruitment for banking professions presents a number of major challenges. On the one hand, the shortage of candidates in key areas such as risk management, cybersecurity and green finance is complicating recruitment. On the other hand, banks now need to attract and recruit people capable of navigating increasingly complex environments, where mastery of regulations is as important as the ability to innovate.
Banks are also having to contend with a war for candidates between traditional banks, fintechs and technology giants. Recruiting candidates with both financial and technological skills is therefore becoming a strategic challenge. With the emergence of teleworking and new ways of working, companies need to adapt their recruitment processes for business lines and their HR management methods.
To attract and recruit the best people, companies need to create and support an HR dynamic with a well-developed employer brand and clear career development prospects. Driven by flexible and stimulating working environments and innovation, the new generations in particular are looking for companies that value initiative, agility and opportunities for development.
Key figures for employment in banking
- 30% of new hires in the banking sector are in compliance-related professions.
- In 2023, around 45% of banks in the UK said they were experiencing recruitment difficulties.
- 20% of the jobs offered by banks are now linked to digital transformation.
- Salaries offered in the banking sector will have risen by 5 to 7% on average by 2022, particularly for senior or specialist profiles.
Actual Talent, your human support for easier recruitment in banking
Search & Selection
Given the scarcity of profiles in key areas such as sustainable finance, compliance or banking IT, the search and selection offered by Actual Talent’s experts stands out. Thanks to a strategy of headhunting and sourcing, the specialist consultants at our banking recruitment agency are able to identify qualified candidates, even in highly specialised niches. Our offer enables us to reach and recruit profiles that are not necessarily actively looking, but which have the skills required to meet the challenges in the field.
Employer Brand
At a time when the war for talent is particularly intense, banks need to work actively on their employer brand. The ability to attract exceptional profiles often depends on how the company is perceived by candidates. Our HR communications experts can help banks to promote their projects, vision and corporate culture and attract the most sought-after candidates.
Assessment Center
Assessing technical and behavioural skills is vital in a field where adaptability and pressure management are essential. With Actual Talent’s Assessment Centre service, you can be sure that the candidates you select have not only the technical skills, but also the human qualities to thrive in complex, regulated environments. Banks can therefore optimise their recruitment by selecting candidates with high potential for development.
RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing)
In a sector where recruitment needs can be sudden and massive, partial or total outsourcing of the recruitment process becomes a practical and strategic solution. Actual Talent offers an RPO service tailored to the specific requirements of banks, enabling recruitment to be optimised while guaranteeing speed of execution and total flexibility.
A recruitment expert specialising in banking
Our expertise in the specific banking professions and our well-established network set us apart from other recruitment agencies. Our consultants, who specialise in banking recruitment, are in direct contact with market trends and business needs. With a personalised approach to each project, we offer tailor-made solutions that meet the unique challenges of each client.
What’s more, our presence in major UK cities such as Paris, Lyon and Bordeaux means we can respond quickly to the needs of banks throughout the country. This geographical proximity is reinforced by our local expertise, which gives us a perfect understanding of regional issues while guaranteeing access to a diverse pool of candidates.
Our human dimension, agility and responsiveness are at the heart of what we offer. We know that recruitment in the banking sector is a strategic process that requires speed of execution while minimising risk. Using innovative tools and tried-and-tested methodologies, our recruitment agency ensures that our customers select the best profiles, supporting them throughout the recruitment process to guarantee lasting success in all their HR projects.
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