What to expect at Singapore FinTech Festival 2022

Do you desire to join the FinTech industry? Singapore FinTech Festival (SFF) 2022 starts today! Held from the 2nd to 4th of November, SFF 2022 is the world’s largest FinTech festival organised by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, Elevandi, and Constellar. Over 60,000 participants from 160 countries joined last year’s SFF, with more expected this year due to its return as an in-person event.

The theme for SFF 2022 is “Building resilient business models amid volatility and change”. Key stakeholders—global heads of state, policymakers, financial services leaders, founders and technology experts—will be sharing how organisations can design resilient business models which are able to navigate both present and future challenges. Notable speakers during the conference include Changpeng Zhao and Melinda French Gates.

A physical exhibition featuring over 500 leading organisations will be held in conjunction with the summit at SFF 2022. Numerous global financial institutions, regulators and FinTech firms, will be showcasing the latest innovations and developments in the FinTech space.

Of particular interest to jobseekers like you is the Talent Pavilion, which is another integral part of SFF 2022. The Talent Pavilion has an array of events and job opportunities to help you advance your career in the Fintech space. Here are several tips on how you can leverage networking sessions at SFF 2022’s Talent Pavilion to land a job.

Tips on how to leverage networking sessions

Research which companies will be featured at the Talent Pavilion—and make a list of the ones you are most interested in. The SFF networking session on 2nd November 2022 features top banks such as DBS, JPMorgan and UOB, while the session on 3rd November 2022 features leading FinTech firms.

Knowing which organisations you wish to target will help you to focus your attention and make the most of your time at the networking sessions. Get there early to beat the crowds. If it starts at 5pm in the evening, reach slightly before that time so as to increase your chances of speaking with the respective hiring managers.

Dress to impress. First impressions matter, so make sure that you are immaculately groomed in appropriate business attire. Besides being dressed professionally, have copies of your resume ready to hand out to the hiring managers. Be prepared to answer questions about your work experience and credentials listed in your resume.

Furthermore, rehearse your elevator pitch. When meeting potential employers, you will likely only have a few minutes to make a lasting impression. Be polite, not pushy. Prepare a brief yet impactful self-introduction that will grab their attention as well as give them a snapshot of your skills and experience.

It is a bonus if you can clearly articulate why you are keen to work in their company, based on the background research you conducted earlier. The hiring managers will be meeting hundreds of candidates during the whole career fair; you want to stand out from the crowd!

Don’t solely go for the networking sessions; make it a point to attend the various keynotes by distinguished speakers and panel discussions featuring industry veterans. That way, you can gain greater insight into the latest industry trends in FinTech. You will also have many opportunities to speak with the experts and other professionals during the intimate, interactive summits—and thus build your network of connections in the FinTech space.

Last but not least, remember to follow up after the networking sessions. Send a thank-you note via email to every hiring manager you have spoken to at SFF 2022. This initiative will help you to remain fresh in their minds and increase your chances of getting called back for an interview. Besides attending SFF 2022, feel free to speak to our Career Advisers to land your dream FinTech job!

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