Finance Monthly August 2019 Edition

Thinkingabout changingcareers?ChrisStappard,Managing Director of Edward Reed Recruitment, offers his advice for switching from finance to FinTech. We live in a digital world, and the financial industry is no exception. Eschewing traditional methods, finance has merged with technology to create a whole new sector, FinTech, that is changing the way we manage our money in a big way. With banks and other established financial institutions cutting jobs in favour of automatic processes and AI, it’s no surprise that many people in the industry are turning to FinTech for career opportunities instead. Plus, there’s a lot of investments being made in FinTech start-ups and they have incredible potential for growth, so you could end up making more money if you find the right position. So, whether you’re looking to start somewhere fresh or are just after something more lucrative, here are the three things to consider when making the change from finance to FinTech. 3 TIPS FOR TRANSITIONING FROM FINANCE TO FINTECH Chris Stappard, Managing Director of Edward Reed www.edwardreed.co.uk 58 www.finance-monthly.com FINANCE CAREERS - FINANCE TO FINTECH