Skills &
Talent
FinTech Wales links industry and academia to increase awareness of career opportunities in FinTech, and continuously develop the talent required for the ecosystem to grow.
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FinTech Wales is an independent membership association and champion of the FinTech and Financial Services industry in Wales. As the leading advocate for FinTech in Wales, we are dedicated to empowering FinTech companies and financial services within the region to achieve remarkable success.
By focusing on four strategic pillars, we are creating a fully inclusive and supportive ecosystem that enables FinTechs to thrive.
FinTech Wales links industry and academia to increase awareness of career opportunities in FinTech, and continuously develop the talent required for the ecosystem to grow.
Securing essential funding for Welsh FinTechs involves actively cultivating global relationships with investors and influencers to generate crucial investment opportunities.
We pride ourselves on having a world-leading, collaborative FinTech ecosystem that provides essential and valued support for Welsh FinTechs to connect, learn and thrive.
As the voice of Welsh FinTechs, we amplify our ecosystem’s astounding success on a local, national and global stage. We must be louder and prouder to show what Wales can offer.
There is always something to talk about in the world of FinTech in Wales. You can keep up-to-date with all the latest industry news and member stories here.
February 19, 2025
Wealthify Welcomes Jessie Kwok as New Chief Investment OfficerWealthify has announced the appointment of Jessie Kwok as its new Chief Investment Officer (CIO).
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February 19, 2025
Principality Building Society Reports Record GrowthPrincipality Building Society has reported a record-breaking year for 2024, achieving strong financial growth while remaining committed to its Members, communities, and long-term strategy.
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February 19, 2025
FinTech Wales is looking for a Part-Time Programme DirectorFinTech Wales is in search of a Programme Director available to join the team as soon as possible.
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February 18, 2025
Creditsafe Relocates 300-Strong Team to Cardiff’s Ty MeridianCreditsafe has secured a major office relocation deal, moving its 300-strong team to Ty Meridian at Cardiff Gate Business Park.
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February 18, 2025
Welsh Fintech Driverly Secures Six-Figure Investment from Angels and Development BankBlog
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February 17, 2025
Finalrentals Secures Six-Figure Pre-Series A Investment to Drive Global GrowthFinalrentals, a Fintech Wales Foundry Season 2 graduate, has successfully closed a six-figure Pre-Series A funding round.
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February 17, 2025
Cardiff Takes Pole Position as the Best City in the UK to Start a Business in 2025Cardiff has officially taken pole position as the UK’s top city for business growth, outpacing traditional economic giants like London and Manchester, according to new research from private and commercial bank Arbuthnot Latham.
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February 17, 2025
How FinTech Wales Members Celebrated National Apprenticeship Week 2025National Apprenticeship Week 2025 has been a fantastic opportunity to showcase the transformative impact of apprenticeships on businesses and individuals across Wales. From recognising top employers to sharing inspiring apprentice success stories, here’s how some of our members celebrated the important week.
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February 13, 2025
Wales’ de Novo Solutions Recognised as #6 SME in UK’s Elite Business Top 100de Novo Solutions secures a spot in the UK’s Top 10 SMEs in the Elite Business Top 100 Awards for the second year in a row, climbing to an impressive #6 in 2024.
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February 13, 2025
FinTech Wales Founders’ Meetup Brings Together Entrepreneurs in SwanseaThe latest FinTech Wales Founders’ Meetup took place in Swansea on 12th February 2025, bringing together some of Wales’ most innovative entrepreneurs for a morning of open conversation, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing.
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February 13, 2025
Principality Building Society Joins UN-Led Net-Zero and Responsible Banking InitiativesPrincipality Building Society has officially joined the UN Principles for Responsible Banking (PRB) and the UN-convened Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA).
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February 12, 2025
Starling Bank Shines in UK Customer Service Index, Placing 2nd NationallyStarling Bank has secured an impressive 2nd place in the latest Institute of Customer Service UK Customer Service Index (UKCSI
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Save the date: Banking in Welsh CommunitiesPrincipality Building Society, Cardiff
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Our vibrant Welsh FinTech Ecosystem means we will connect you to other FinTech companies, influencers, supporters, investors and more, and promote your organisation to the world.
But don’t just take our word for it – hear what our members say about FinTech Wales and how you can be part of it too.
“We’re relishing the opportunity to join an exciting growth sector within the Welsh economy and contribute to the success of the organisations within it. We’re looking forward to supporting the FinTech Wales members with their future growth plans.”
Colin Arnold
Founder, Defigo Finance
“ScaleAround was created to help the start-up and VC community grow, and we share the same ambitions for this region. When I started ScaleAround it was to support emerging talents, and drive growth that benefits the wider community. This is more than a business decision; it’s a commitment to shaping a brighter, more dynamic future for the financial technology landscape in Wales.”
Oliver Smith
Founder & CEO, ScaleAround
“FinTech Wales’ skills strategy is highly regarded within the ecosystem. Having delivered a number of programmes, we are certainly making progress in raising awareness about the flourishing career opportunities FinTechs in Wales can provide, and we’re also creating pathways for essential talent that will make a significant difference to FinTech Wales’ members recruitment and training plans.”
David Rozier
Partner at Deloitte and FinTech Wales Advisory Panel Member
“I was thoroughly impressed with the quality of the talent that was created from the Data Academy. Finalrentals has successfully hired three people as Data & Implementation Executives and they have made an excellent contribution to our company.
Ammar Akhtar,
Founder & CEO, Finalrentals
“We’re so pleased to have partnered with FinTech Wales to design and deliver the first employer-led Advanced Data Academy in Wales. Initiatives like this are an example of what can be achieved by working in collaboration with amazing partners to drive forward a shared vision.”
Jessica Leigh Jones MBE
CEO, iungo Solutions
“By working in partnership with FinTech Wales and fintech industry partners across the city, the Cardiff Commitment can promote our growth sectors and create opportunities for schools, children and young people to develop the knowledge, skills and awareness our young people need to support the Welsh fintech economy.
Victoria Highgate
Business Engagement Advisor, Cardiff Commitment
“Growing Wagonex in Wales has given us access to the thriving Welsh FinTech ecosystem. We are great advocates for the work that FinTech Wales are doing towards developing the ecosystem here in Wales.”
Toby Kernon
Founder & CEO, Wagonex
“As a partner of FinTech Wales, we are passionate about supporting and growing the Welsh FinTech cluster. For us, it’s not just about supporting Principality’s growth; we want to support all the start up and scale up FinTech businesses to create job opportunities, boost economic growth and develop important skills.”
Iain Mansfield
Chief Finance Officer, Principality Building Society
“The flourishing fintech sector is an integral and valuable part of our successful digital economy here in Wales. The supportive ecosystem and collaborative approach means that fintech firms have access to the help that they need to start-up and scale-up, including an established network of advice, talent and funding.”
Duncan Gray
Technology Venture Investments Director, Development Bank of Wales
“Wales’ FinTech ecosystem is making a difference to so many people every single day, and we must be louder and prouder of our achievements to truly show what Wales has to offer.”
Sarah Williams-Gardener
CEO, FinTech Wales
“I have seen first-hand the strong foundations that FinTech Wales and the wider community are building, spurred on by the clear passion and energy of existing Welsh fintech success stories. We’re looking forward to continuing our relationship with FinTech Wales and supporting the region in the coming years.”
Tim Lavine
CEO, Augmentum Fintech
“Foresight supports promising SMEs UK & Ireland wide, and is actively seeking to support and invest in more Welsh businesses. The support from FinTech Wales in helping shape the Welsh ecosystem has, and will continue, to be invaluable to helping elevate the aspirations and outcomes for SMEs”.
John Cordrey
Principal, Foresight
Join a community that’ll enable your business to flourish and succeed by connecting you to the best talent, skills and investment. Make a real impact on the global and local stage by becoming part of the FinTech Wales membership today.
Wales is a phenomenal place to start and scale a business, however don’t just take our word for it…
“Cardiff is a dynamic and entrepreneurial city with a rich talent pool. Our office here is important to our growth as we benefit directly from the capital’s outstanding universities and FinTech expertise.”
Anne Boden
Founder and ex-CEO, Starling Bank
“The Welsh cluster is a highly valuable contributor to the UK’s global FinTech position. I’m confident with the innovation and passion in the Welsh ecosystem; and I know there is more we have yet to see. I’m delighted to support FinTech Wales in all the great work they are contributing to the greater UK success.”
Sir Ron Kalifa
Author of the Kalifa Review 2022
“There is a wealth of FinTech expertise in Wales and FinTech Wales is a crucial initiative that is combining this expertise to further enable growth, through understanding and addressing skills shortages as well as being a hub for the ecosystem that FinTech’s need to be successful.”
Loiuse O'Shea
Director & Chair, FinTech Wales
“The flourishing fintech sector is an integral and valuable part of our successful digital economy here in Wales. The supportive ecosystem and collaborative approach means that fintech firms have access to the help that they need to start-up and scale-up, including an established network of advice, talent and funding.”
Duncan Gray
Technology Venture Investments Director, Development Bank of Wales
“As a partner of FinTech Wales, we are passionate about supporting and growing the Welsh FinTech cluster. For us, it’s not just about supporting Principality’s growth; we want to support all the start up and scale up FinTech businesses to create job opportunities, boost economic growth and develop important skills.”
Iain Mansfield
Chief Finance Officer, Principality Building Society
“Wales’ FinTech ecosystem is making a difference to so many people every single day, and we must be louder and prouder of our achievements to truly show what Wales has to offer.”
Sarah Williams-Gardener
CEO, FinTech Wales
The FinTech Wales community includes over 100 organisations representing FinTech, Cyber, Data and AI, Investment Services, Finance & Credit, Banking, Insurance, Professionals Services, Government, Education and more. Discover the companies committed to supporting the Welsh FinTech ecosystem.
February 19, 2025
CCR Venture Graduate Scheme – Fully Funded Recruitment SupportAccess the best available talent, At Venture we will support your business throughout the recruitment process and offer marketing opportunities across the Cardiff Capital Region.
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February 07, 2025
Exclusive Discount for IFGS 2025 – FinTech Wales Members Get 20% OffWe’re excited to share an exclusive discount for IFGS 2025, the flagship event of UK FinTech Week, taking place on Tuesday, 29th April 2025 at the historic Guildhall in London.
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January 29, 2025
Exclusive access to a range of fully accredited AWS and Microsoft professional certifications – FULLY FUNDEDAspire 2Be is delighted to offer FinTech members exclusive access to a range of fully accredited AWS and Microsoft professional certifications, all of which are fully funded.
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January 29, 2025
An exclusive offer on business supplies for FinTech Wales membersWe at Onebox are confident that we can reduce your spend in the Business Supplies Sector, whilst keeping your valuable business in Wales.
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January 22, 2025
Wealthify Offer- 1 year management fee free then reduced to 0.45% p.a thereafter. T&Cs apply. Capital at risk.Using Wealthify’s simple, award-winning app or website, you could start a Stocks & Shares ISA, Junior Stocks & Shares ISA, or General Investment Account from as little as £1 — or a Personal Pension from £50.
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January 22, 2025
FREE Ogi Pro VOIP and Connectivity AuditOgi, Wales’s leading full-service telco, is driving a digital revolution across the nation and is here to help get businesses fit for the future.
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November 06, 2024
Sponsorship Opportunity: The Diversity & Inclusion Awards Wales 2024The Diversity & Inclusion Awards Wales 2024, hosted by ThinkEDI, will be held on December 17th at the International Conference Centre, Newport.
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November 05, 2024
FinTech Wales Member Offer: Complimentary Tickets to Transform & Thrive Event in London!Exclusive Offer for FinTech Wales Members: Complimentary Tickets to Transform & Thrive Event in London!
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October 16, 2024
Member Offer – Exclusive 20% Off Discount on AI for Business Leaders Course – Code InstituteCode Institute is offering an exclusive discount to FinTech Wales members on AI for Business Leaders course.
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October 10, 2024
Member Offer – Exclusive 20% Discount on AI for Business Operations Course – Code InstituteAI for Business Operations is a 40-hour, part-time course specifically designed for non-technical individuals who understand the challenges and intricacies of their departments.
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October 10, 2024
Member Offer – Exclusive 20% Discount on Data Analytics for Business Professionals Bootcamp – Code InstituteCode Institute is offering a 16-week part-time Data Analytics for Business Professionals Bootcamp, designed to empower non-technical employees with no-code and low-code data analytics skills.
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October 08, 2024
Aspire 2Be – 25% off Aspire 360 for FinTech Wales membersAspire 2Be announce launch of Aspire360, a complete digital learning solution for businesses and organisations
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Improving skills is integral to the FinTech Wales mission. We work closely with FinTechs, universities, colleges and training providers to ensure our organisations within our ecosystem can find the very best talent to help them grow and scale up. We’re building the right foundations in Wales so that we can attract, develop, upskill and retain great talent.
Launched in 2021, the FinTech Foundry is our award-winning accelerator programme that provides startups with the vital tools and access they need to scale and grow in Wales. The Foundry provides world-class mentorship and support to help incubate, accelerate and scale start-up organisations within the Welsh ecosystem and beyond.
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