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.
April 24, 2025
ITeC Digital Training Launches NextGen Tech Bootcamp to Empower South Wales Residents into Tech CareersITeC Digital Training has partnered with Coleg y Cymoedd to launch the inaugural NextGen Tech Bootcamp
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April 24, 2025
Barclays Launches 2025 Report: “Fintech Embraces GenAI”Barclays has released its first major publication of 2025, titled “Fintech Embraces GenAI”, offering a deep dive into how generative AI is transforming the global fintech landscape.
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April 23, 2025
REPROGRAMMING THE FUTURE: Creating an inclusive digital technology sector for women in WalesNews
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April 23, 2025
Innovate from Within – Cardiff Capital RegionThe most transformative innovations often come from those who know your business best — your own people. The ‘Innovate from Within’ Programme is designed to help companies in the CCR region harness internal creativity and empower individuals to drive impactful change.
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Opportunities
April 23, 2025
Boost Your Learning & Development Budget by 50%Flexible Skills Programme: A 50% contribution towards the training costs from the Welsh Government.
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Skills
April 22, 2025
FinTech Wales Appoints Expert Advisory Panel to Accelerate Sector SuccessFinTech Wales is proud to announce its newly appointed Advisory Panel – a group of exceptional industry leaders selected to provide expert guidance, strategic insight, and hands-on support to fintech businesses across Wales.
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People
April 17, 2025
FinTech Wales Networking Breakfast – April – GalleryThank you to all the amazing women in fintech—and their supporters—for joining us at the stunning University of South Wales facilities this morning in Newport. – Gallery
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April 15, 2025
Delio Launches Core Lite to Empower Smaller Firms in Private MarketsDelio, a leading provider of flexible white-label private markets operating systems, has launched Delio Core Lite — a self-serve, light-touch, modularised solution tailored for boutique financial firms looking to digitise and scale their private market investment programmes.
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April 15, 2025
Emma Powell Appointed Chief Executive of Admiral MoneyEmma Powell has been appointed as the new chief executive of Admiral Money, the loans and car finance business of Wales’ only FTSE 100 firm, Admiral. Her appointment is subject to regulatory approval.
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People
April 15, 2025
Elevate® completes full fibre network across CardiffElevate®, the leading provider of full fibre business internet and networks, is delighted to announce the new £7 million full fibre network across Cardiff is now live, making Cardiff Elevate’s sixth Hypercity and the company’s first in Wales.
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April 14, 2025
One Year On: FinTech Wales CEO Reflects on Her JourneyLast month marks one year since our CEO, Sarah Kocianski, took the reins at FinTech Wales. In this reflection, she shares her perspective on the past 12 months—highlighting key milestones and challenges, and what’s next for FinTech Wales.
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April 14, 2025
Principality Building Society Commits to High Street Presence Until at Least 2030Principality Building Society has announced a major commitment to maintain its high street and community presence across Wales and the borders until at least the end of 2030.
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FinTech Wales Events
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 Levene
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.
April 28, 2025
20% discount on Neurodiversity Workplace Needs AssessmentsWe're offering a limited-time 20% discount to try out our Neurodiversity Workplace Needs Assessments – a powerful tool for creating more inclusive, productive, and legally compliant workplaces.
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April 23, 2025
An exclusive 10% off tickets for the Wales HR Network ‘Future of Work’ conferenceAdd 14th May, ICC Wales to your calendars!
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April 08, 2025
✨ FREE Operations Strategy Alignment Power Hour ✨ – An exclusive offer for FinTech Wales members by Jupiter OperationsRecalibrate Your Business. Realign With Your Mission – In Just 60 Minutes
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March 20, 2025
Jaime Hindle Launches New Wales-Based Leadership Workshop Using Nature to Inspire Business GrowthA new leadership workshop is launching in Wales, designed to help founders, CEOs, and leadership teams step back from daily pressures and gain fresh clarity on their business challenges.
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Offers & Discounts
March 19, 2025
Excel with Numbers – Fully Funded Courses for FinTech Wales MembersMastering Microsoft Excel is a crucial skill for data processing, which forms the foundation for data management and ultimately enables success in data-related roles.
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March 18, 2025
Free workshop for FinTech Wales members – Driving Talent Success Through People AnalyticsThis interactive masterclass will feature case studies, live demonstrations, and practical tools that HR leaders can apply immediately. It’s an opportunity to explore how people analytics can directly support business growth.
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February 28, 2025
Google for FinTechs Cloud Programme for FinTech Wales membersGoogle Cloud UK/I Fintech is proud to support Fintech Wales members and is committed to helping your business grow.
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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
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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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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If you have any questions about FinTech Wales and the work we do across our various initiatives, contact us today and we’ll get back to you shortly.