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View from the top – Global HR leadership series. Interview with Steve Scott (MD, Global People Insights and Analytics, FS).

Posted November 10, 2025

In the latest installment of Frazer Jones’ global HR Executive leadership series, View From The Top, Charlotte Matthew, Managing Director of the Global Financial Services Practice and Head of Southeast Asia, engages in a compelling conversation with Steve Scott, MD, Global People Insights and Analytics, Financial Services, widely regarded as one of the most influential […]

Boutique brilliance: HR at the table – boutique, bold and future-focused

Posted October 30, 2025

Earlier this year, I had the privilege of co-hosting a Boutique Brilliance roundtable alongside Abigail Benham and Georgie Procter. We brought together HR business partners from boutique private equity firms to share insights, build partnership and discuss the future of work in people. Our aim was to foster sustainability, informed decisions and optimise the work […]

The global hunt for CHRO talent in financial services: Overcoming challenges in cross-border searches

Posted June 29, 2025

In today’s financial services landscape, where transformation is constant and trust is paramount, the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) has become a cornerstone of enterprise leadership. No longer confined to HR operations and/or HR advisory, the CHRO now plays a pivotal role in shaping culture, driving strategic change, and enabling business resilience across global markets. […]

Why HR is taking centre stage in financial services – especially in boutique PE, IM and AM firms

Posted June 11, 2025

As a consultant specialising in placing senior HR professionals into financial services, I’ve had a front-row seat to the sector’s evolving priorities. Over the past 12 months, we’ve seen a clear shift in how firms, particularly in the boutique world of private equity (PE), investment management (IM), asset management (AM) and funds, are approaching their […]

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Navigating the unknown: how employee relations leaders can prepare for the future of employment law in financial services

Posted May 21, 2025

As the financial services sector braces for a wave of legislative change, HR leaders are being called upon to do more than just react – they must anticipate, educate and lead. In a recent conversation hosted by Abigail Benham, manager at Frazer Jones, Carl Robson, a seasoned HR leader with experience across more than 20 […]

Does your fintech startup need a Head of HR?

Does your fintech need a Head of HR?

Posted November 7, 2024

As a fintech navigating the complexities of growth, your focus is likely on product development, market penetration, and scaling operations. However, an essential component of your growth is your people and talent strategy. For many financial services disruptors, especially those anticipating rapid expansion or considering investment, the question arises: does your fintech need a Head […]

Navigating HR trends in financial services: insights and strategies

Posted April 30, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of financial services, HR professionals play a pivotal role in shaping organisational success by aligning talent strategies with industry trends. From artificial intelligence (AI) integration to fostering diversity and inclusion (DEI), HR leaders face multifaceted challenges and opportunities. Here, Fay Philips-Jones outlines some key insights from a recent roundtable discussion with […]

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The Employment Rights Bill webinar: navigating the recruitment challenges

Thu, 27 November 2025 12:30 pm – 1:15 pm

From rising sickness-related costs and expanded parental rights to new restrictions on changing employment contracts, the Employment Rights Bill (ERB) is set to transform the employee lifecycle. Among the most significant changes is the introduction of day-one rights for ordinary unfair dismissal – a shift that could have major implications for recruitment and workforce planning. […]

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