Talent is your competitive edge
In the fast-paced fintech world, securing top talent is critical and time-sensitive and hiring decisions can make or break your company’s success. We’re partnered with Aperture Scout to attract the right talent so you can focus on what truly matters – growing your fintech business.
How we do it
- Precision Talent Mapping
Our fintech recruitment experts work closely with you to define role requirements, align compensation with market trends, and create ideal candidate profiles. We focus on your unique fintech niche, ensuring that our talent acquisition strategy harmonizes with your company’s vision and culture while respecting budget constraints.
- Flexible Approach
Recognizing the diverse needs in fintech, we offer flexible engagement models. From full-scale executive searches for C-suite roles to targeted headhunting for specialized positions, we adapt our approach to your context. Our customizable packages, backed by our global talent pool, ensure you receive the exact support you need, whether you’re a blockchain startup or an established digital bank.
- End-to-End Support
We provide comprehensive support throughout the acquisition process. This includes curated shortlists of top candidates, guidance on competitive offer structures, and assistance with regulatory compliance in financial sector hiring. Our commitment extends beyond placement to ensure a smooth onboarding process, setting your new fintech talent up for success from day one.
Meet the Team
- Ollie Burns (External Sales Consultant)
Ollie has worked in executive search since 2003, specialising throughout in banking and, more recently, FinTech. He co-founded Burns Brightiff in 2012 before relocating to Mallorca in 2020, where he now works in prime residential real estate advisory. He continues to work with Burns Brightiff in a select external capacity, supporting a small number of preferential clients on an advisory basis.
Prior to co-founding the business, Ollie managed the banking team at Allemby Hunt, having previously worked at HB International, The Rose Partnership, and Odgers Ray & Berndtson. He has a strong track record placing mid to senior candidates across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and the US. Before graduating, he worked at Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein in fixed income sales. He holds a degree in Politics from Southampton University.
- Richie Brightiff (Founder / Director)
Prior to co-founding Burns Brightiff, Richie was the Head of the Corporate & Transaction Banking desk at Allemby Hunt. Richie has a breadth and depth of experience having been recruiting in the City since 1997. He initially started his career researching for the FX market, before refocusing on Global Transactional Banking and the Origination and Client Coverage market. Richie is mostly focused on FinTech clients since 2019. Richie is extremely well networked and is a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates from AVP to MD, offering subject matter expertise and informed, unbiased consultation. Richie has a BA from Middlesex University.
