T+O+M BLOG

In case you missed the T+O+M Talk video, here's a summary from Noreen Byrnes on recruitment activity for Financial Services Accounting & Finance in June 2024.

Market Overview & Recruitment Trends

• Increase in Finance Opportunities: 15-20% rise in vacancies from 2023.
• Restructuring Focus: Internal restructuring and M&A create fixed-term roles, conflicting with job security preferences.
• Sector-Specific Hiring: Active hiring in wealth management and mutuals.
• Talent Movement: Loss of talent to less demanding industries with broader roles.
• Cost Pressure Impact: Internal promotions led to staffing at the 120-200k level, making internal hiring challenging.
• High Competition for Top Talent: Intense competition for top-end staff; multiple offers common. Candidates prioritize compensation and flexibility.
• Gender Balance: Financial services gender split at 41% female, 59% male.

Recruitment Predictions

• Continued demand for specialised skills.
• Finance transformation projects to drive project finance skill demand.
• Salaries to stay stable, with a minimum 10% premium needed to attract top talent.
  

Advice for Candidates

• Job Search Expectations: Be clear on expectations; job search could take up to six months at mid to senior levels.
• Networking: Build your network and attend industry events. Work with experienced recruiters and be patient.
• Openness: Consider both internal and external roles for new opportunities.

Advice for Clients

• Candidate Expectations: Reward strong performers with promotions and growth opportunities to reduce external moves.
• Culture and Values: Prioritize a strong business culture, aligned values, leadership, learning opportunities, and clear company strategy.
• Interview Engagement: Keep candidates engaged with regular communication and a smooth interview process.
• Recognise and Reward: Enhance retention by recognizing and rewarding strong performers.
• Flexibility: Be flexible to candidates' main motivators.

If you would like to find out more, get in touch with one of the Accounting and Finance team. 

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