Business Details
23 Years
experience
Global Recruitment Experts for Financial Services & Tech
Skillfinder International is a specialist recruitment and consulting firm dedicated to delivering high-impact talent solutions in financial services, banking technology, and other regulated markets. Founded in 2003, we operate globally with a focus on precision hiring, offering tailored recruitment services across 23 countries. Our expertise spans sectors such as investment fund services, core banking, reg-tech, and AI-enabled products, supported by a team of consultants with deep market knowledge. We partner with businesses to provide smarter, faster hiring outcomes, emphasizing long-term value over quick fixes. Our Luxembourg office enables direct EU-based delivery through a fully compliant SARL entity, ensuring efficient onboarding and local market expertise.With a client-centric approach, we combine global reach with local delivery, connecting specialist talent to roles where precision and regulatory compliance are critical. Our values prioritize transparency, trust, and measurable impact, reflected in our 234 no. of requirements fulfilled and +172 lives changed in 2023 alone. We maintain strong relationships with clients and candidates, ensuring clarity, speed, and minimal friction in every engagement. Our global network and sector-specific focus allow us to address hard-to-fill roles in challenging markets, from fintech to cybersecurity. By blending deep industry expertise with a commitment to ethical practices, we deliver recruitment solutions that align with the evolving needs of regulated industries.
Services
Recruitment Services
Contract Staffing
Permanent Hiring
Investment Fund Services
Technology Recruitment
Core Banking Solutions
Change Management
Risk Compliance
Engineering Staffing
Talent Acquisition
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of specialist recruitment expertise in regulated sectors
- Global network with localized delivery infrastructure in 23 countries
- Proven success in filling niche roles in fintech, banking, and AI
- Dedicated consultants with deep market knowledge and sector focus
- Client-centric approach prioritizing long-term value over quick fixes
What people say
Exceptional recruiter
Smooth onboarding process
Career advancement support
Prompt communication
Sector expertise
Services
Investment Fund Services
We specialize in sourcing compliance, risk, and operational talent for investment fund services across Luxembourg and Ireland. Our team understands cross-border complexities and regulatory demands in asset management. We provide candidates with expertise in AML, KYC, FATCA/CRS, and ESG reporting to support firms navigating industry growth and transformation.
Technology Recruitment
Our technology recruitment focuses on developers, cloud engineers, DevOps specialists, and cybersecurity experts within financial services. We deliver professionals skilled in Java, React, Spring Boot, Azure DevOps, and Kafka. Our consultants understand secure architecture requirements and regulatory compliance in fintech environments across Europe.
Core Banking Solutions
We provide specialists for Avaloq, Temenos, SimCorp, and CRD implementations in core banking environments. Our consultants support technical upgrades, system rollouts, and platform optimisation across regulated markets. With deep knowledge of financial infrastructure, we deliver experts matching both functional and technical requirements.
Contract Staffing
We supply pre-vetted contract professionals in regulated sectors with rapid setup and compliance delivery. Our services include payroll management, timesheet processing, and onboarding support for EU-based projects. Clients benefit from flexible engagement models tailored to project timelines and budget requirements.
Permanent Hiring
Our permanent recruitment focuses on strategic hires requiring cultural fit and long-term value addition. We identify candidates with proven track records in regulated environments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Our process emphasizes understanding team dynamics and operational expectations for successful placements.
People
Lorraine Bateman
Principal Account Manager
Lorraine specializes in Luxembourg market recruitment, providing clarity and speed in talent acquisition. With deep sector knowledge, she connects candidates with niche financial roles, ensuring smooth onboarding and compliance.
Toby Jacobs
Recruitment Consultant
Toby delivers specialist recruitment solutions in the Avaloq domain, known for his market expertise and candidate relationships. He supports placements across Europe with a focus on technical and functional roles in regulated environments.
Danielle Rumsey
Recruitment Consultant
Danielle excels in candidate placement through personalized support and transparent communication. Her recruitment process emphasizes preparation, feedback, and alignment between candidate skills and client requirements in financial services.
Gabriel Campa
Account Manager
Gabriel manages client relationships in Luxembourg, offering tailored recruitment solutions for financial institutions. His approach combines market knowledge with dedicated support for both candidates and hiring organizations in regulated sectors.
Lauren Pierce
Recruitment Consultant
Lauren specializes in SimCorp and financial technology recruitment, known for her proactive candidate support and transparent process. She ensures candidates receive preparation guidance and timely updates throughout the hiring journey.
Questions
What sectors does Skillfinder International specialize in?
We focus on financial services, banking technology, investment funds, reg-tech, and AI-enabled products across regulated markets in 23 countries.
Do you offer both contract and permanent recruitment?
Yes, we provide contract staffing, freelance recruitment, and permanent hiring solutions tailored to client needs in regulated industries.
How do you ensure compliance in European recruitment?
Our Luxembourg SARL entity provides local infrastructure, compliance expertise, and rapid onboarding for EU-based clients and candidates.
What support do contractors receive?
We handle payroll, compliance, timesheets, and relocation support for contractors, ensuring seamless engagement with European clients.
How do you handle niche technology recruitment?
Our consultants specialize in technical domains like Java, React, DevOps, and cybersecurity, delivering experts for regulated fintech environments.
Can you assist with international placements?
Yes, we facilitate global placements with market insights, visa support, and cultural alignment guidance for candidates and employers.
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