The symbiotic relationship between London and the South East has only strengthened in recent years, as the region has become a leading global hub for the high-tech industry. However, looking at this year so far, the region has experienced a slump in jobs and recruitment, especially compared to the peak of the post-pandemic period.
London is witnessing a substantial increase in fintech job vacancies, spurred by renewed investor interest and technological advancements.
Fintech is dominating the UK financial services sector in 2024, emerging as the top-performing category for job openings. London is at the forefront of this growth, experiencing a significant 61% year-on-year increase in fintech job vacancies from January to April.
Fintech has emerged as the top-performing segment in financial services this year. If the current recruitment trends persist, fintech job vacancies in 2024 are projected to be 37% higher nationwide compared to the previous year. Technology roles dominate the recruitment landscape within the fintech sector, making up 41% of all job vacancies this year.
Over three thousand job vacancies in fintech were advertised during the first quarter of 2024. Roles in risk and compliance have experienced the most significant increase in recruitment, rising by over 85% in London.
