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Selby Jennings: Your Leading recruiter for Financial Technology in Singapore

Selby Jennings is a leading specialist talent partner for financial sciences & services. Our global Financial Technology team provides permanent, contract, and multi-hire FinTech recruitment from our office in Singapore.

For more than 15 years, clients and candidates have had peace of mind that their Financial Technology recruitment process is in safe hands. As the high use of mobile devices and technology-based applications increases demand for financial and banking solutions, now is the best time to team up with an experienced talent partner.

From streamlining processes and upskilling workforces to staying cutting edge by employing flexible work models, we advise enterprise leaders on when to strike and how. We also provide expert insight to Fintech professionals on benchmarking salaries in Singapore and assist them through their career moves.

If youโ€™re interested in securing the very best Financial Technology talent in Singapore or youโ€™re a professional looking for Fintech jobs, the Selby Jennings Financial Technology team connects exceptional talent to industry-leading clients.

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Benefits of working with Selby Jennings

We are a specialist talent/recruitment partner. Among the many benefits of working with Selby Jennings Financial Technology team located in Singapore:

Experience

We have nearly 20 years of experience as a leading recruiter in financial sciences & services.

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A vast, global network of the best, in-demand professionals, working with the worldโ€™s largest financial institutions to innovative fintech start-ups and beyond.โ€‹

โ€‹Knowledge

Our award-winning talent specialists offer bespoke, tailored guidance on the latest hiring trends and industry news to help you achieve your goals.

At Selby Jennings, we believe in fostering long-term partnerships based on trust, integrity, and mutual success. We strive to provide personalized solutions tailored to your specific requirements, offering flexible options to accommodate your Financial Technology hiring preferences. Whether you need to fill critical positions quickly or are seeking strategic talent acquisition solutions, we have the resources and expertise to deliver results. Submit your vacancy to us today.

Take the first step towards overcoming your talent shortage today by completing the form. Our team looks forward to speaking with you to explore how we can partner with your organization to meet your Financial Technology recruitment needs in Singapore efficiently and effectively.

Financial Technology Jobs

Senior Product Manager

We are an innovative digital insurer specializing in multi-family property insurance, a $34 billion market in the US. Our key value proposition is to deliver a unique and lasting experience for both customers and partners. By leveraging our proprietary AI technology, we achieve this while driving 4x year-over-year revenue growth and exceptional profit margins. Unlike the traditional insurance industry, which relies heavily on costly manual labor, we have automated 60% of our underwriting processes. This automation results in a significantly enhanced customer experience, greater consistency, and scalability, while maintaining very low and stable loss ratios. We are on track to exceed $100 million in annual sales by Q1 2024, continuing our strong and sustainable growth. Responsibilities: Market Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research to identify industry trends, customer needs, and the competitive landscape. Use these insights to guide product strategy and development. Customer Engagement: Engage directly with customers through various channels to gather feedback and understand their challenges and desires. Transform these insights into actionable product features and improvements. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, sales, underwriting, and development teams to ensure product development aligns with market needs and marketing strategies. Product Vision and Strategy: Develop and maintain a product roadmap that aligns with market trends and company goals. Ensure the product vision is effectively communicated across all levels of the organization. Competitor Analysis: Monitor competitor products and market activities. Analyze their strategies to inform our product positioning and differentiation. Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize data analytics to make informed decisions about product direction and priorities. Go-to-Market Strategy: Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement effective go-to-market strategies for product launches and updates. Feedback Loop Management: Establish and maintain a system for collecting, analyzing, and acting on customer and market feedback. Basic Requirements: Over 5 years of product management experience. Experience in market research. Experience with customer engagement and feedback collection. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with anyone in the company and understand mutual needs. Strong analytical skills for identifying opportunities, prioritization, and measurement. Creative and strategic thinking abilities. Benefits: Health Benefits Employee stock options 401K Flexible paid time off Paid national holidays

US$140000 - US$170000 per annum
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Senior Linux System Engineer

Title: Senior Linux System Engineer Location: Chicago Position: Full time, Hybrid (3 days on site, 2 days remote) Salary: Open-Range ($325k+) An elite global proprietary trading firm is looking to bring on a Senior Linux System engineer to their Linux Systems Team. As one of the oldest market making institutions, the firm keeps themselves at the top of their industry by their constant innovation and optimization of their cutting-edge tech-stack. You will be an integral senior member to their Linux Team, working to ensure their production environment continues to run optimally while also globalizing and further advancing their current tech-stack. You will be working with a fleet of highly customizable bare-metal UNIX servers and collaborating across cross functional teams to develop and implement low latency solutions and intelligent automation. Responsibilities: Technical incident analysis and troubleshooting. Overseeing server life cycle alongside the building and implementation of new solutions. Automation of manual tasks. Act as technical expert for the connection between hardware and software. Required Technical Skills: Minimum of 6 YOE designing, implementing, and supporting large scale LINUX environments. Experience with performance tuning and Linux Kernel Internals. Hands on experience working with and building bar-metal servers for LINUX/UNIX environments. Confidence and current experience scripting in Python from current work.

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Chicago
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Long/Short Equities Systematic sub-PM/ PM

Responsibilities Portfolio Construction-optimising and deploying signals. Managing the full trading pipeline from research to execution, including Risk and Factor Modelling. Requirements Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering. Demonstrated experience in equities, mid-frequency, extra-day trading. Clear quantamental background. Capacity to excel in a fast-paced environment, with rapidly evolving priorities. Strong coding skills in at least one of the following programming languages: Python, R, Matlab and /or C++, C#.

Negotiable
City of London
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Machine Learning Researcher - Dubai

Responsibilities: Lead the development of Machine Learning using to support alpha research. Lead the development of Machine Learning tools to promote trading efficiency. Contribute to the research and trading pipeline, including Risk and Factor Modelling. Requirements: Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering. Demonstrated experience in Machine Learning techniques, including Deep Learning, LLMs, and neural networks (Google DeepMind experience preferred). Strong coding skills in at least one of the following programming languages: Python, R, Matlab and /or C++, C#. 2-4 years' Machine Learning experience. No financial experience required.

Negotiable
Dubai
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Head of Business Intelligence & Strategy

Position Overview: The Head of Business Intelligence & Strategy will be responsible for developing and executing the data strategy to support business objectives for a leading multi-asset trading platform. This role will lead a team of data strategists and BI professionals to ensure the effective use of data to drive insights, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer experiences. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive data strategy aligned with the company's goals. Team Management: Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of data professionals. Data Governance: Establish data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance. Analytics Development: Oversee the development of advanced analytics models to drive business insights and decision-making. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to identify data needs and deliver actionable insights. Innovation: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation in data practices. Reporting: Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders. Qualifications: Experience in strategic business intelligence roles, with a preference for backgrounds in top trading, brokerage or cryptocurrency firms and big tech companies. Proven expertise in strategy development, and developing data driven market insights. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with an aptitude for leveraging data in decision-making. Excellent communication and leadership abilities, bilingual in Chinese and English is highly desired.

Negotiable
Singapore
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Application Support Lead

Job Opportunity: Application Support Lead About Our Client: Our client is a global financial institution seeking talented individuals to join their Markets Product Support Team, specialising in Cash Equities workflows. They are committed to delivering world-class client service through engineering, innovation, and risk management. Position: Application Support Lead Location: Hong Kong Key Responsibilities: Manage a complex and critical application stack for the Cash Equities business. Lead stakeholder management, incident management, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement. Represent Cash Equities APAC in senior governance forums. Improve service levels, operational efficiencies, and incident/problem management. Guide development teams on application stability and supportability. Formulate and implement frameworks for managing capacity, throughput, and latency. Coach team members to maximise their potential and performance. Drive cost reductions and efficiencies through root cause analysis and performance tuning. Participate in business review meetings and align technology strategies with business requirements. Manage vendor relationships and oversee offshore managed services. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Qualifications: 10+ years of experience supporting Global Markets. Strong technical understanding of Linux/Java-based systems. Experience with FIX protocol and IT infrastructure. Senior-level experience in application support and people management. Proven experience in senior stakeholder management and project management. Capacity planning and forecasting exposure is a plus. Excellent communication skills and ability to share information effectively. Prior experience managing Electronic Execution Platforms is mandatory. Education: Bachelor's/University degree required; Master's degree preferred. What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Negotiable
Hong Kong
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Data Quality Specialist

Job Opportunity: Data Quality Specialist About Our Client: Our client is a leading European Union bank and one of the world's largest financial institutions, offering a wide range of financial services for corporate, institutional, and private investors. With a large presence in the region, they specialise in corporate and institutional banking, wealth management, asset management, and insurance. Position: Data Quality Specialist Location: Hong Kong Key Responsibilities: Implement operational data quality controls and monitor data quality issues. Act as the entry point for client and rates/FX referential data quality. Proactively monitor data quality and manage issues. Provide regular data quality reports and track trends, KPIs, and remediation progress. Own data quality improvement opportunities and coordinate remediation efforts. Interact with Data Providers/SMEs to ensure end-to-end data and process understanding. Collaborate with business representatives from various functions and participate in data quality governance forums. Typical Day: Address data quality and integrity topics for client and rates/FX referential data. Monitor data quality, perform controls, and manage issues. Lead interactions with Data Providers/SMEs for data quality activities. Own data requests, requirements, and quality issues. Support IT in identifying and prioritising technical data quality issues. Define data quality strategy, controls, and KPIs, and provide regular reports. Oversee issue remediation and improvement projects. Prepare governance presentation packs and document data management artefacts. Qualifications: Experience in data quality management from investigation to remediation. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Fluent in English and Cantonese; Mandarin Strong understanding of Global Banking products Knowledge of client referential data for corporate and institutional clients. Ability to interact with various stakeholders in a non-hierarchical framework. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive. Project management skills.

Negotiable
Hong Kong
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Test Engineer QA Engineer

Job Opportunity: QA Test Engineer About Our Client: Our client is a leading digital asset and blockchain company dedicated to advancing economic progress through crypto and blockchain innovations. They provide custom-made platform solutions across Global Markets, Asset Management, and Digital Infrastructure Solutions. Headquartered in New York City, they have offices across North America, Europe, and Asia. What They Value: Our client values a diverse team of free thinkers and fast movers who thrive in a high-performance, mission-first culture. Key principles include: What You'll Do: Develop and implement manual/automated testing processes. Build and maintain automated tests in CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure proper testing of software changes. Troubleshoot and resolve CI/CD pipeline issues. Analyse test results and provide feedback to the development team What We're Looking For: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Experience in QA automation and manual testing. Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or JavaScript. Experience with automation tools like Selenium WebDriver. Excellent understanding of software testing methodologies and tools. Strong problem-solving and communication skills. Bonus Points: Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and performance testing tools. Understanding of DevOps principles and cryptocurrency trading. Proven experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab).

Negotiable
Hong Kong
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Software Engineer

Job Experience, Functional Knowledge and Qualifications Product Design Mindset Develop code that considers design repeatability and re-use - to improve overall quality and speed of development Consider cost implications in design decisions - so that these are factored into recommendations Proactive mind-set to spot potential technical issues to reduce technical debt and make suggestions to avoid issues Collaboration & Communication Share experience, technical expertise, best practices and helping the IT team to overcome hurdles Provide coaching and guidance in helping other Software Engineers to help them better understand key principles and in overcoming hurdles Communicating clearly and concisely across all levels - facilitating design decisions with other Software Engineers and IT stakeholders in simple terms Relationship: INTERNAL: (based across HK & India): Development & Product Teams; Operations & Cybersecurity; Analytics EXTERNAL: Third-party software vendors Job Experience, Functional Knowledge and Qualifications ESSENTIAL 5+ years' experience in a Software Engineering role working with JavaScript, Node and/or Java Experience of working full-stack - covering both front-end and back-end development Strong understanding on how to develop products that meet both functional AND non-functional requirements covering Scalability, Maintainability, Performance, Security, etc. Hands-on, practical experience working with React, Serverless, ELK Stack and/or Docker Strong understanding of cloud technology capabilities in either AWS, Google Cloud or Azure Experience with Databases such as Postgres, Oracle, MariaDB Strong communication skills in English - both in speaking and writing DESIRABLE Thorough understanding of concepts, principles and implementation approaches of service-oriented architecture including microservices, micro frontends, docker containers, CI/CD, Ansible, etc. Hands-on experience of using Behaviour Driven Development (BDD) or Test Driven Development (TDD) approaches Mobile app development - either in iOS or Android (and associated frameworks) Worked with 3rd party APIs to integrate different products and services

Negotiable
Hong Kong
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Senior System Engineer

You should get in touch if Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or other technical discipline (or equivalent experience) 10 years working experience in Linux production support and cloud environment Knowledgeable with modern Linux systems and systems programming concepts such as sockets, virtual memory, and the process life cycle Extensive experience using Terraform, Bash and Python Ability to estimate work effort for project sub-plans and ensure projects are successfully completed Experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive documentation for knowledge transfer

Negotiable
Hong Kong
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Devops/SRE

Our client, a leading global buyside firm, renowned for their innovative approach to investment management and trading, are searching for a SRE/Devops Engineer to join their Singapore office. Their firm leverages cutting-edge technology and sophisticated quantitative strategies to navigate the complexities of the financial markets. With a presence in major financial hubs around the world, they operate across a diverse range of asset classes, including equities, fixed income, commodities, and currencies. This team is composed of some of the brightest minds in finance, technology, and quantitative research, and work specifically on the trading systems that takes their portfolios and trades them in real-time on the world's markets. Key Responsibilities: Ensure the reliability and performance of trading systems. Provide trade support and operations specific to trading systems. Collaborate closely with traders and quantitative researchers in a trading-facing role. Read and integrate C++ code, though not required to write large amounts of C++ software. Maintain familiarity with APAC exchanges/venues and the trading environment. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Site Reliability Engineer or DevOps Engineer, particularly in the context of trading systems. Strong understanding of trade support and trade operations. Ability to read and integrate C++ code. Familiarity with APAC exchanges/venues and trading environments is highly desirable. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Why Join Us: Be part of a team that is at the forefront of applying advanced technology to financial markets. Work in a collaborative environment with quantitative researchers and traders. Engage in challenging and impactful work that directly supports our trading activities. Opportunity to grow and develop in a leading global quantitative strategies firm. If interested, feel free to apply below, or directly to my email at

Negotiable
Singapore
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Market Data Engineer | Data & Risk Solutions Platform

Responsibilities: Consolidate the financial data sets from external providers Monitor data status and execute data policies Implement data models and expand their data scope Apply ML model techniques to analyze and control data quality Collaborate closely with technology/ development team Requirements: 2-3 years of experience within financial services industry & data management Degree in quant finance, financial engineering or relevant area Knowledge on Python, SQL for data manipulation/ transformation/ modelling/ analysis Has experience with financial market and understanding financial instruments Familiarity with Bloomberg, Refinitiv, or Morning star API is a plus

Negotiable
Hong Kong
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Financial Technology News & Insight

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Best Cities for Fintech Jobs: Global Hubs Driving Financial Innovation

Fintech is transforming the world of finance, and some cities are at the forefront of this revolution. These are the places where you can discover the most cutting-edge and impactful fintech solutions, careers, and opportunities. Whether you are looking for a new challenge, a smart investment, or a learning experience, these are the cities you need to explore. What makes these cities so special? What are the trends and challenges they face? How can you get involved in their fintech ecosystems? Find out the answers to these questions and more as you read on to discover the top 6 fintech hubs in the world, according to your financial technology talent partner.San Franciscoโ€‹San Francisco, especially Silicon Valley, is the undisputed fintech capital of the world. It is the birthplace of many groundbreaking fintech innovations, such as PayPal, Stripe, and Coinbase. It has the highest fintech funding and some of the best fintech talent in the world. San Francisco is also the hub of the tech industry, where fintech startups can collaborate with giants like Google, Facebook, and Apple. It has a culture of entrepreneurship, creativity, and risk-taking, as well as a network of mentors, investors, and partners. San Francisco is the ultimate destination for anyone who wants to pursue a fintech career.LondonLondon is one of the leading fintech hubs in the world, with a unique combination of advantages. London has a strong financial heritage, being the home of many established banks, insurers, and asset managers. London has a supportive regulatory framework, with initiatives such as the FCAโ€™s sandbox and open banking, that enable fintech companies to test and launch their products in a safe and competitive environment. London also has a rich and diverse talent pool, with access to skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors from all over the world. London is the place to be if you want to be part of a highly competitive and well-funded fintech environment. New YorkNew York is a top fintech hub, with a legacy of being a global financial center. It has over 1500 fintech companies, from startups to unicorns, in various segments of the financial industry. It also has a large and active fintech community, with events, accelerators, and investors. A growing trend in New York is the rise of fintech platforms that enable other fintech's to scale and offer their services more efficiently and securely. These platforms provide APIs and infrastructure for identity verification, data aggregation, and payment processing. They are creating a more interconnected and seamless fintech ecosystem in New York.SingaporeSingapore is a top fintech hub, with a unique position as a gateway to Southeast Asia. It has a mature and sophisticated financial sector, with over 100 banks and 200 insurers. It also has a supportive and progressive regulatory environment, with initiatives such as the Monetary Authority of Singaporeโ€™sโ€™ sandbox, grants, and digital banking licenses. Singapore is a leader in fintech sectors such as payments, robo-advisory, and blockchain, and also hosts the worldโ€™s largest fintech event, the Singapore Fintech Festival, solidifying Singapore as the place to tap into the fintech opportunities.Sรฃo PauloSรฃo Paulo is a prominent fintech hub in Latin America, with a thriving and diverse ecosystem of fintech companies, investors, and regulators. It is one of the largest fintech ecosystem in the world. It has overย 500 fintech companies, offering innovative solutions in payments, lending, insurance, wealth management, and crypto. It also has a supportive and collaborative regulatory environment and a rich talent pool of fintech professionals, with access to education, training, and networking opportunities. Sรฃo Paulo is the place to be if you want to excel in the fintech industry.DubaiDubai is a fast-growing fintech hub, with a strategic location, a visionary leadership, and a supportive ecosystem. It has over 200 fintech companies, operating in various segments of the financial industry. It also has a conducive and collaborative regulatory environment. Dubai also has aย competitive and attractive tax system, with no corporate or personal income tax, no withholding tax, no capital gains tax, and no VAT on most financial services. Dubai is the place to be if you want to benefit from opportunities in the Middle East.Are you ready to take your fintech career to the next level?Whether you are interested in payments, lending, insurance, wealth management, or crypto, you will find a company that suits your skills and passions. Donโ€™t miss this chance to explore fintech opportunities in these amazing cities. Visit ourย job search pageย and find your dream role today. Or, youย can upload your CVย and we will contact you as soon as we have a role that matches your qualifications and experience.

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Singapore's Rise as Asia's Fintech Hub: A Deep Dive into Fintech Investment, Crypto, and Beyond

Singapore has emerged as a prominent player in the global fintech landscape, solidifying its position as Asia's fintech hub. The city-state's success in this sector can be attributed to various factors, ranging from regulatory support to robust infrastructure. In this article, we explore why Singapore is an ideal destination for fintech, its current ranking in the fintech space, and cover key areas such as crypto, blockchain, wealthtech, and the role of fintech recruitment solutions. Why Singapore is Good for FintechSingapore's strategic location, coupled with its well-established financial ecosystem, makes it a conducive environment for fintech innovation. Geographically, its location in the heart of Southeast Asia positions it as a gateway to one of the world's fastest-growing economic regions. The city-state has also embraced technological advancements and created a regulatory framework that fosters financial development while ensuring stability. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has been at the forefront, implementing policies that encourage experimentation and collaboration within the fintech industry. Additionally, Singapore's commitment to becoming a Smart Nation has played a pivotal role. The government's initiatives in digitalization, coupled with a tech-savvy population, provide a fertile ground for fintech companies to thrive. The nation's strong legal system and political stability further contribute to creating a secure and reliable environment for financial technology to flourish. Singapore as Asiaโ€™s Fintech Hub Singapore has rightfully earned its reputation as one of Asia's leading fintech hubs. It's government's proactive approach in facilitating fintech investment has attracted a myriad of international companies looking to establish a presence in Asia, such as OKX, Blockchain.com, Airwallex and Wise.Singapore's Ranking in FintechSingapore consistently ranks high in various global fintech indices. According to 2023 Tech Cities Index published by Savills World Research, Singapore has solidified its status as the premier fintech hub in Asia, claiming the fourth spot globally. Singapore fintechs attracted the highest level of venture capital investment from 2019 to 2022, at US$34b, and also hosts the worldโ€™s largest fintech festival.Its proactive regulatory environment, coupled with a strong commitment to innovation, has propelled it to the forefront of the global fintech scene. Theย World Economic Forumย and other reputable institutions frequently acknowledge Singapore's leadership in fintech, highlighting the nation's resilience and adaptability in a rapidly evolving industry.Market Share of Fintech in SingaporeWith increasing investment in Fintech solutions, the sector has witnessed significant expansion across various segments, including payments, lending, and wealth management. The growing adoption of Fintech services among consumers and businesses further solidifies Singapore's position as a fintech powerhouse in the region. New data from the RFI Global demonstrates that the adoption of digital banking has been faster and stronger in Singapore than other Asian countries, as local consumers have shown a greater usage level and eagerness to embrace these new fintech solutions. Exploring Key Fintech Segments: Crypto, Blockchain, and WealthTechSingapore's influence in Fintech extends beyond traditional financial services. The city-state has become a focal point for developments in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. The government's open-minded approach to these innovations, supported by clear regulatory guidelines, has attracted numerous crypto and blockchain companies, such as Labrys, App Maisters Inc and /slash, to set up operations in Singapore. Wealthtech, another burgeoning segment, is experiencing rapid growth in Singapore. By 2027, APACโ€™s wealthtech industry is predicted to grow by approximately 25-30% per year, according to McKinseyโ€™s wealthtech report. This would result in a USD 2.05-2.25 trillion valuation by 2027, up from a USD 600-700 billion valuation in 2022.Singapore's financial institutions and fintech startups are actively exploring wealthtech opportunities, contributing to the overall diversification of the fintech landscape. The Role of Fintech Talent SolutionsIn the dynamic world of fintech, attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for sustained success. Fintech talent partners such as Selby Jennings play a pivotal role in connecting organizations with skilled professionals considering new career opportunities in the industry. Singapore's vibrant fintech ecosystem means that many top fintech and financial sciences & services professionals have relocated or are considering Singapore to base themselves. However the increase in demand means competition for the best talent is tight, which could threaten the sector's ability and shape the future of finance. The right talent partner can guide companies on how to best attract and retain professionals required to take their firm to the next level. In conclusion, as the Fintech landscape continues to evolve, Singapore remains at the forefront, shaping the future of finance through investments, technological advancements, and a business environment that fosters collaboration and growth. If you are looking to hire the best Fintech talent in Singapore, we are keen to share our insights with you.Request a call backโ€‹

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APAC Financial Technology Salary Guide

Compensation guidance to support your hiring strategy or next career moveAre you curious about your earning potential in the thriving world of Financial Technology? Are you a hiring manager seeking to attract top talent in Singapore's competitive market? Look no further than the Selby Jenningsโ€™ APAC Financial Technology Salary Guide, your definitive resource for understanding salaries and compensation trends in the dynamic Financial Technology sector.Why This Guide MattersIn an era where technology is reshaping the financial landscape, the demand for skilled professionals in Financial Technology is at an all-time high. Whether you're an experienced job seeker or a strategic hiring manager, having access to accurate salary data is paramount. Key Features of the Salary GuideComprehensive Data: Backed by our experienced specialist talent partner and meticulous data collection, our guide presents a comprehensive overview of salary ranges across various roles and experience levels.โ€‹What You'll Find InsideRole-specific salary ranges: Whether you are looking to hire, or are yourself a Software Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, Data Analyst, or any other Financial Technology professional, discover the compensation guidance you need to help make informed decisions. โ€‹Experience-level breakdown: Explore salary differentials based on experience, from management level to senior leadership positions. โ€‹Sector insights: Discover how salaries compare across various sectors of Financial Technology. โ€‹Get Your Exclusive CopyReady to gain a competitive edge in your Financial Technology career journey or hiring strategy? Secure your exclusive copy of the APAC Financial Technology Salary Guide now. โ€‹FAQsQ: How frequently is the Salary Guide updated?A: The APAC Financial Technology Salary Guide is updated annually to ensure that you have the most current and relevant salary information at your fingertips.Q: Can I use this guide for hiring purposes?A: Yes, indeed! If you're a hiring manager looking to make competitive offers and attract top talent, our Salary Guide is an indispensable resource for crafting effective compensation packages.Q: Is there a salary guide available for other sectors?A: Certainly, please refer to "The Future of Financial Services in APAC".โ€‹

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Southeast Asia Salary Guide 2023

โ€‹Stay Ahead in Southeast AsiaDiscover the 2023 Salary Guide for Hiring and Job HuntingDetermine what you should be paying your employees, or how much you could be earning.Stay ahead of the competition with valuable insights into salary trends, bonus structures, and compensation benchmarks across various roles and sectors within the Southeast Asia region. Our comprehensive 2023 Salary Guide is specifically tailored to provide you with the information you need for successful hiring and job hunting in Southeast Asia.Whether you're a professional seeking to understand your remuneration better or an employer looking to attract and retain top talent, our salary guide is your essential resource. With in-depth analysis and up-to-date data, you can make informed decisions that maximize your financial success.Our latest salary guide covers the following sectors:โ€‹Investment BankingInvestment ManagementWealth ManagementQuantitative Analytics, Research & TradingRisk ManagementFinancial TechnologySales & Trading

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Market Report: Financial Technology (Mar 2020)

Financial technology is leading the market in 2020. โ€‹With the growth of data, digital banking, and insuretech, we see potential for a lot of new teams being built, and new headcount to be added at the mid to senior level throughout our clients. We predict that there will be a demand at the mid to senior level as firms look to stay competitive in their field, and hire with the intent that the person can value-add to them.Emerging Financial Technology & Trends in 2020One of the hottest topics in the disruption of technology is the rise of block-chain and distributed ledger systems (DLTs). Beyond its association with crypto currencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, block-chain or distributed ledger technologies has continued to be a key focus of disruptive technology in 2019. We saw the small and mid sized banks make their first few hires in cyber security space as there is an increasing need to have on site cyber security and IT risk talent in Singapore. Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) issued new guidelines and rules to enhance and strengthen cyber resilience within the financial institutions made hires in Q4 2019 in view of this upcoming change as companies had 12 months before these requirements come into effect. In-Demand Technology SkillsOne of the first step of hiring the best talent is to identify the skill sets needed for the role. Machine learning, AWS, Git and Python are a few of the other skills which have seen a higher percentage increment in, whereas skills such as Unix and Oracle have a noticeable decrease in demand. This report provides an overview and forecast for the fintech job market in Asia-Pacific. If you need support in securing fintech talent for your team,ย submit a vacancyย and a member of our fintech team will be in touch.

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How Making the Right Fintech Sales Hire Impacts Your Bottom Line

โ€‹โ€‹With the end of the year rapidly approaching, we are all looking towards 2019 for ways that we can grow and be better in the New Year, and the same goes for Fintech Sales teams looking to grow their headcount.Ensuring you make the right hire for your team can have a significant impact on the bottom line of the business. According to research from Parker & Lynch, the U.S. Department of Labor estimates that the average cost of a bad hire can equal 30 percent of that individualโ€™s annual earnings. For a mid-senior level sales hire, which Selby Jennings primarily focuses on, that means that one bad hire can cost your business upwards of $130,000. With an opportunity cost like that, itโ€™s no wonder that businesses place so much emphasis on vetting, acquiring, and ultimately keeping their top performers.In addition, when it comes to your bottom line, speed is everything. Many of the potential clients we speak to have seats that sit vacantly for stints of 8-12 weeks or more, while they wait for the best candidates in a niche market to apply in to the jobs they post on LinkedIn, or other job boards. Some clients are fortunate enough to have a talented Human Resources department that diligently sources talent for every arm of the business, which can be an effective, albeit painstaking, process as well. But in an economy with the lowest unemployment rate since the Clinton administration, no matter the methods, 8-12 weeks to fill can negatively impact the bottom line.This is where working with a specialist recruitment firm, like Selby Jennings, can add value to your business by leveraging our extensive network to source top candidates, cutting time to hire, and reducing opportunity cost for our clients. On average, it takes us 4-6 weeks to fill a vacancy. When it comes to a revenue producing sales seat, those extra 4-8 weeks can really impact your budget and your wallet. Take your standard mid-level Account Executive, responsible for a $500,000 new business quota per annum. While that seat sits collecting dust, you are actually losing an average of $41,600 per month, which is almost $10,000 per week of production that you and your business are missing out on.Beyond the lost revenue potential, there is also a time cost associated with a longer hiring process. Senior Recruitment Consultant at Selby Jennings, Scott DeAngelis, comments, โ€œHow many times this year did you set aside an hour of your day to interview a candidate, only to find out that they were unqualified for the job? The number is probably higher than weโ€™d like to admit, and the frustration of that lost productivity is something that is difficult to put a price on. Working with specialist recruiters, like those at Selby Jennings, can reduce this time cost by making sure your time is spent interviewing high caliber candidates, who are qualified for the role.โ€If those numbers make you think a bit differently about how you approached your recruitment process this year, it is definitely worth having a conversation with our team about how we can help you streamline your recruitment process, and secure top candidates for your organization. Get in touch with Selby Jennings today to learn more.---------------About UsSelby Jennings is a leading specialist recruitment agency for banking and financial services. For more than 15 years, we have given clients and candidates peace of mind that the recruitment process is in expert hands. Our continual investment in best-in-class technologies and consultant training enables us to recruit with speed, precision and accuracy. Today, Selby Jennings provides contingency and retained search recruitment across 11 offices in 6 countries.ย Contact usย to find out how Selby Jennings can help you.

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Fintech Market Overview: Developments in North America

โ€‹โ€‹Whatโ€™s happening in fintech? Ian Pollari, Global Co-Leader of Fintech at KMPG International and Partner at KPMG Australia, says: โ€œWe are seeing a continued diversification across many dimensions of fintech โ€“ the growth of different subsectors, the size of organizations participating, the geographic location of fintech companies attracting investment and increasing levels of activity from companies outside of the traditional finance services industry.โ€So how have these trends played in recent figures, and what future developments should we watch out for?Are VC investors getting the jitters?2016 is seeing some major events that could disrupt investor confidence: the forthcoming US presidential election, the UK vote for Brexit, and worries about valuations along with challenging lending conditions. Will this reduce VC investment in fintech?Although global funding issued to VC-backed fintechs reduced significantly in Q2โ€™16 from $1.8bn to $1.3bn, the pace has now picked up again and investment is now on course to exceed 2015 levels. However, VC investors are concerned about the impact of current events. We may see reluctance to commit to investments in coming months, particularly in terms of mega-deals, as investors wait to see what develops.Some subsectors within fintech have seen particular interest, such as InsurTech and blockchain distributed ledger technologies. These were highly popular funding options in Q2โ€™16. Market confidence has been less buoyant in other sectors, partly due to news about problems at LendingClub and announcements of shutdowns, redundancies, and poor performance.What are the main trends in fintech right now?Before we discuss current movements in fintech VC funding, itโ€™s worth pausing to consider the main strands of activity in this sector. The definition of fintech is continuing to evolve, particularly as companies reach out to the underbanked in areas such as Asia.ย There is, of course, lending tech, whether through peer-to-peer platforms or underwriting. Fintechs are deploying machine learning and algorithms to speed up credit checking in this area. Equity crowdfunding is also doing well, as fintechs build platforms for individuals to contribute to company projects and proposals.Payments, billing and money transfer technologies are also big news.ย  Personal wealth management software is increasingly popular, as fintechs help people conduct their day-to-day finances and outgoings as well as assisting with longer-term asset management.Solutions for large financial organizations such as banks, hedge funds and mutual funds are also doing well. Fintechs are providing tools for anything from alternative trading systems to financial modelling and analysis software.Blockchain technology is maturing in the market, with many global banks and institutions focusing on proof-of-concept initiatives such as a $60m Circle Internet project looking at expansion into China.InsurTech is also showing success. Companies like AIA are driving change; for example, AIA is using wearable tech to help people become healthier, with rewards based on the resulting data.$1.3bn in 97 deals to VC-backed companies in Q2โ€™16In North America, deal activity reached a 5-quarter low in Q2โ€™16. There were 130 deals in Q1โ€™16, falling to 97 deals in Q2โ€™16; Q2โ€™16 was down 26% compared to Q2โ€™15.Despite this, corporate participation in North American fintech deals reached a quarterly high. Participation was up 23% between Q1 and Q2โ€™16, with corporates now being involved in 30% of all fintech deals. California took the lead in Q2โ€™16 fintech funding, beating contender New York by 200% that quarter.Early stage deals in North America reached a 5-quarter high in Q2โ€™16, with median early-stage deals reaching $4.6m that quarter, a 53% increase over Q1โ€™16.VC funding was hugely popular in 2015, with a plethora of emerging business models, revenue streams, products and services proving exciting for VC investors. Investment from alternative lenders also helped drive up private company valuations.This year, investors have been more cautious, opting for more established companies with proven technologies and business models. This could lead to a market shakeout, particularly in the lending space, as less stable online lenders fall by the wayside.Top deals in Q2โ€™16 VC investment activityThis quarter has seen some remarkable deals. The top deals were all series C: Affirm for $100m, Mobikwik for $50m and Remitly for $38.5m. The top countries for investment were the United States with 26 deals worth $251m; Germany with 5 deals worth $64.9m and the United Kingdom with 3 deals worth $42.4m.Insurance and fintech: friends or foes?There is a mixed relationship between insurance and fintech, with some insurance companies utilising fintechs to build solutions for customer service and delivering better value.In other areas, however, InsurTechs are seeking to compete with insurance companies. Small, nimble fintechs can help deliver tailored solutions while traditional companies struggle with issues like low consumer trust, IT legacy problems, low interest rates and reducing profitability.Combined with this, insurance customers also have greater expectations of more personalized, tailored service. In this environment, InsurTech is proving attractive for VC investors and corporates.Martin Blake, Subject Matter Expert in InsurTech at KPMG Australia, has noted that insurers have data challenges: โ€œMost insurers struggle to leverage existing data to deliver deeper insights. Fintech companies that have behavioral analytics capabilities can help these insurers gain a deeper understanding of behavioural trend and insights into individuals, allowing for the development and creation of much more customized solutions or fast-tracking customer service.โ€----------About UsSelby Jennings is a leading specialist recruitment agency for banking and financial services. For more than 15 years, we have given clients and candidates peace of mind that the recruitment process is in expert hands. Our continual investment in best-in-class technologies and consultant training enables us to recruit with speed, precision and accuracy. Today, Selby Jennings provides contingency and retained search recruitment across 11 offices in 6 countries. Contact us to find out how Selby Jennings can help you.โ€‹

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