Cost-Effective Hiring Hubs for Commodities & Fintech

September 16, 2024
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By Eva Clarke
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Looking to build a team abroad? We’ve highlighted some of the top hiring destinations for investment banking, oil & gas, and financial services. Unlock our in-depth breakdown to learn more about the talent pool, tax compliance, and hiring challenges.

Summary:

Eastern Europe: Poland, Romania, and Hungary remain highly attractive for financial operations roles due to their strong educational systems, competitive salaries, and business-friendly tax environments.

Southern Europe: Ideal for middle-office and compliance roles, particularly in cities like Lisbon and Madrid, though salaries are slightly higher.

Baltics: Provide emerging hubs for financial services outsourcing, offering competitive salaries and low tax rates within the EU.

South Africa: Johannesburg offers a strong talent pool in financial services, particularly for back-office and middle-office roles, but is more expensive than the Baltics.