At Wiseman FO, we know that innovation in financial services depends on exceptional talent. Our FinTech practice helps fast-growth ventures, scale-ups and established institutions secure the expertise they need to innovate, expand and stay compliant in a fast-moving sector.
We combine deep knowledge of financial services with global reach across FinTech hubs including London, Zurich, New York, Singapore and Dubai. Whether you are scaling engineering teams, strengthening compliance, or hiring strategic leaders, we deliver results with speed and precision.
Our Coverage Across FinTech Verticals
The FinTech ecosystem is broad, and each vertical presents unique challenges. We tailor our recruitment to support clients and candidates across:
- Payments & Money Movement
Specialists in real-time payments, cross-border settlements, fraud prevention, merchant acquiring, card networks, and PSD2/Open Banking compliance.
- Digital Banking & Neobanks
Hiring across digital onboarding, AML/KYC, identity verification, customer experience and multi-market expansion.
- WealthTech & Investment Platforms
Talent for robo-advisory, portfolio management platforms, digital brokerage, product design, and data-driven investment solutions.
- InsurTech
Innovators in underwriting, dynamic pricing, claims automation, actuarial modelling, and AI-driven risk management.
- Blockchain, Crypto & DeFi
Roles in smart contract engineering, DeFi protocol design, digital asset custody, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance bridging traditional finance with decentralised ecosystems.
By addressing each area directly, we demonstrate both technical knowledge and market credibility, ensuring we place the right people where they can have the greatest impact.
For Clients
We partner with FinTech companies worldwide to identify and secure talent across critical business and technical functions, including:
- Product & Strategy – Product Managers, Business Analysts, Heads of Product.
- Engineering & Development – Full-stack Developers, Mobile Engineers, Cloud Architects, DevOps & Site Reliability.
- Data & Analytics – Data Scientists, Quant Analysts, Machine Learning Engineers, Risk & Compliance Analytics.
- Operations & Compliance – Payments Specialists, AML/KYC Officers, Regulatory Advisors.
- Executive & Commercial Leadership – CTOs, CIOs, CROs, Heads of Partnerships, Business Development Directors.
Example Tech Stacks & Domains We Cover
- Languages & Frameworks: Java, .NET, Python, C++, Go, Rust, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Angular, Node.js.
- Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform.
- Data & AI: SQL, NoSQL, Spark, Kafka, TensorFlow, PyTorch.
- Payments & Security: ISO 20022, PCI DSS, EMV, tokenisation, fraud detection systems.
- Blockchain: Solidity, Ethereum, Hyperledger, Cosmos, Rust/Substrate.
We deliver both permanent mandates and project-based contracting solutions, ensuring rapid access to specialist skills without compromising on quality.
For Candidates
FinTech is reshaping the financial landscape, creating opportunities for professionals who combine technical expertise with industry insight.
We work closely with candidates to understand their skills, aspirations and cultural fit. From engineers and compliance experts to commercial leaders and product visionaries, we connect professionals with pioneering firms across Europe, North America, the Middle East, Asia and LATAM.
Our goal is to ensure your next role accelerates both your professional development and long-term ambitions.
Case Studies
Case Study 1 – Scaling a Payments Start-Up
- Challenge: A European payments start-up needed to expand rapidly after a major funding round, requiring senior engineers and compliance leaders.
- Solution: Wiseman FO led a retained search for key hires while building a contractor pipeline to support delivery.
- Outcome: Within 8 weeks, the company secured a Head of Engineering, Lead Compliance Officer and 6 developers, enabling product launch readiness and regulatory approval.
Case Study 2 – Digital Banking Expansion
- Challenge: A digital bank in the Middle East required product, risk and operations talent to support entry into two new markets.
- Solution: We leveraged our global FinTech network to identify candidates with both regional regulatory knowledge and international banking expertise.
- Outcome: The bank entered both markets with a Head of Product, Chief Risk Officer and Operations Director in place, reducing risk and strengthening investor confidence.
Case Study 3 – Blockchain & DeFi Growth
- Challenge: A North American blockchain platform struggled to hire technologists who combined blockchain expertise with financial services knowledge.
- Solution: Wiseman FO curated a shortlist from both traditional finance and Web3 ecosystems, balancing technical depth with compliance awareness.
- Outcome: The client appointed a Chief Technology Officer and Head of Compliance, enabling secure platform development and a successful Series B fundraising.
Why Wiseman FO?
- Specialist expertise in financial services and technology recruitment.
- Global reach across established and emerging FinTech hubs.
- Coverage of core FinTech tech stacks and regulatory frameworks.
- Flexible engagement models from retained search, contingency and contractor solutions.
- Proven delivery across payments, banking, WealthTech, InsurTech and blockchain.
Whether you’re scaling a FinTech venture or advancing your career in this sector, Wiseman FO provides the network and expertise to deliver results.