The future of financial talent: how ARENA is preparing the next generation of specialists
Hiring today with tomorrow in mind
In 2026, the financial sector will not only compete for technology. Above all, it will compete for specialized talent. Institutions need professionals who are capable of understanding a regulated, complex, and rapidly changing environment.
As a specialist in technology and financial recruitment, I see how market needs change every day. Each selection process is a snapshot of the present, but also a clear clue to the future we are building.
At ARENA Financial Tech, we have a firm conviction: the future cannot be improvised. It is designed based on the decisions we make today, especially when it comes to people.
A market that demands hybrid profiles
For years, the focus was on finding professionals with very specific technical knowledge. Today, that is no longer enough. Financial organizations are looking for profiles capable of connecting technology, business, and regulation.
At Acquisition, I have observed that the most sought-after profiles combine technical expertise with a global vision. People who learn quickly, adapt, and add value beyond their immediate role.
At ARENA, we don’t recruit based solely on previous experience. We look for potential, attitude, and a genuine desire to develop in a highly specialized sector.
Financial expertise as a differential value
The financial sector is not a generic environment. It requires rigor, in-depth knowledge, and a very specific approach to projects. That is why one of the pillars that defines ARENA is specialization.
We bring in talent that wants to grow in this sector, that understands the importance of detail, and that seeks projects with real impact. And we support them so that this specialization consolidates over time.
From a recruitment standpoint, this means selecting carefully. We prefer thoughtful processes aimed at building sustainable careers, not quick hires with no future.
Preparing the next generation of specialists
When we talk about the new generation, we are not just referring to age or career path. We are talking about a different mindset.
Today’s professionals are looking for meaningful projects, continuous learning, and cultures that value individual contributions within a shared purpose.
At ARENA, we work to ensure that, from the very first contact, people understand what kind of company we are. The preparation begins even before they join us, in how we communicate and accompany them.
Continuous learning as a basis
The sector is evolving rapidly. That’s why one of the biggest challenges is to bring in people who are prepared for an environment that will continue to change.
At ARENA, we promote continuous learning as an essential part of professional development. We look for curiosity, the ability to evolve, and motivation to take on new challenges.
The financial specialist of the future will not be the one who knows the most today, but the one who knows best how to grow tomorrow.
Culture that is experienced from the selection process onwards
Culture doesn’t start on the first day of work. It starts with the selection process. It starts with how we listen, how we communicate, and how we support each person.
At the People and Culture department, we take special care with this experience. We want everyone who joins ARENA to feel our values from the very beginning: closeness, respect, commitment, and collaboration.
Because attracting professionals is important, but retaining them is even more so.
Recruit with a long-term vision
Selecting talent is not about filling an immediate need. It is a strategic decision. Each new hire contributes to building the future of the company.
At ARENA, we recruit with the long term in mind. We look for people who want to grow with us, who share our approach to consulting, and who are prepared to become leading specialists in the financial sector.
For me, that is the real challenge of recruitment today.
ARENA as a growth environment
ARENA Financial Tech is a space where talent is trained, specialized, and developed. We work on complex projects with leading entities in the sector, allowing our teams to gain in-depth insight into the financial business.
As recruitment specialists, we are proud to say that we not only hire professionals, but also accompany them in their development.
Looking ahead to 2026
The future of financial talent will be marked by specialization, learning ability, and a strong culture.
At ARENA, we will continue to invest in people with judgment, commitment, and a desire to build. Because preparing the next generation of specialists is not a promise. It is a responsibility that we assume today.
