Thursday, December 19 - "Does This Industry Change Make Sense?"

Happy Thursday!

Here’s what’s on the job description for today:

1. New roles from a company providing required data to the energy industry.

2. Garret asks, “I’ve got banking experience but hate the culture. Does it make sense to change to fintech?”

IN HIRING

Vortexa

• Matching satellite data and AI, the company is able to provide clients a world-wide view of energy flow.

• Currently, there are jobs available in London, Dubai, and Houston for a variety of their departments.

• Here are a few of the most interesting roles available

  • Marketing Operations Manager - Click here for full details

  • Customer Success Manager - Click here for full details

  • Associate Data Analyst - Click here for full details

Click here for the company’s career page

TODAY’S QUESTION

Garret asks, “I’ve got banking experience but hate the culture. Does it make sense to change to fintech?”

Recommendation: it sounds easier than it is. Here’s how I’d make the transition:

• First, reach out to 20-50 people who have roles in that industry that you would want. It doesn’t matter if the company is hiring at this stage.

  • The purpose is to better understand the industry, some trends, and goals of the companies where the people you’re speaking to work.

  • End each conversation by asking how they would get a similar job if they had your experience. This will help guide your search.

• Second, narrow down your search. Fintech is a big space and spans everything from payments to loans.

  • I find that fintechs tend to specialize in something that banks would consider a department. Use your past experience to make things easier on yourself.

• Finally, set yourself some goals for the next month. I recommend starting with a number of conversations you’re aiming to have each week along with the number of jobs you absolutely love that you apply to. Aim for around 1 conversation and 5 applications to get started.

Conclusion:

Moving to fintech is a solid play. If you’re really stuck, there’s always the startups that are desperate for anyone with financial services experience!