HR is an ever-changing role within the banking and financial services industry. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, HR jobs are “projected to grow 7% from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations.” I have seen…
At some point in your career, you’ve probably been contacted by a recruiter. When I reach someone who is not open to new opportunities, I get shut down pretty quickly. However, if I speak to someone who is, I typically…
As 2020 comes to a close, employers are looking ahead to the new year. One of the most critical issues employers are facing in the new year is employee retention. Not only can losing an employee cost a lot of…
It’s no secret; the workplace environment looks entirely different for most people these days; however, the reasons workers think about searching for new opportunities are the same as they were pre-pandemic. Looking for a new job in our current economic…
It’s no secret. If you’re currently in the mortgage industry or have been at some point within the last 3-5 years, you’ve probably been contacted recently by a lender, financial institution, or a recruiter, like myself. You may be turned…
The financial services industry continues to evolve with our ever-changing world of technology. Most people have heard the term ‘blockchain’ before, but what does it mean? And how is it revolutionizing the financial services and banking industries? Here is a…
So, you think you found the perfect candidate for your critical position? Great! As a recruiter, it’s easy to get excited about the “perfect” resume for a position that’s challenging to fill. Like any other candidate, you need to be…
As a recruiter in the banking and finance industry, I speak to a lot of hiring managers and HR professionals about what types of candidates they are looking for and the makeup of their teams. One thing that’s clear, a…
There are thousands of recruiting agencies in the U.S., so selecting the right one to represent your company may seem like a daunting task. It’s essential to do some due diligence and start with identifying the qualities of the agency…
2019 was very much a candidate-driven market, and it’s no surprise that this remains true as we enter the new year. The unemployment rate is the lowest it’s been in 50 years, there are more job openings than there are…
