The “Fintech Saudi” initiative has successfully concluded the largest financial technology recruitment fair in the region, which was held in Riyadh from March 6 to 7, with more than 50 financial technology companies, banks and entities participating. The fair showcased more than 600 job opportunities in the field. The aim of the initiative was to support the growth of the financial technology sector in the Kingdom by qualifying and empowering national Human Resources, especially fresh graduates and those with experience seeking work, by providing them an opportunity to meet leading institutions in the field of financial technology and compete for job opportunities.
The event saw a positive turnout of young Saudi men and women, with over 8,000 attendees in the past two days, reviewing job opportunities offered by participating companies, including the Saudi Central Bank “SAMA”, the Saudi Payments Company and many technology and banking entities.
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“Fintech Saudi” is an initiative launched by the Saudi Central Bank in cooperation with the Capital Market Authority under the Financial Sector Development Program. The program aims to support the development of the financial technology sector “Fintech” in Saudi Arabia and transform it into a destination for innovation in the financial technology sector. The initiative also seeks to develop the infrastructure necessary for the growth of the financial technology sector, build the capabilities and talent required by financial technology companies and support financial technology entrepreneurs at every stage of their development.
In a statement, Fintech Saudi noted that the event was successful in bringing together top financial technology companies in the region and highlighting the great job opportunities available to young talent in the field. The initiative aims to strengthen the financial technology sector by providing employment opportunities and by developing the skills of its workforce. The initiative also aims to encourage more entrepreneurs to enter the sector and contribute to the growth and development of the financial technology industry in Saudi Arabia.
