Anson McCade

Hiring faster is not just good for business, it’s good for candidates. Your “Time to Hire” isn’t just an important business metric, it’s also super important to understand in relation to the experience you provide job seekers. That’s the time taken from CV submission to an offer being made for those that may not be completely clued in. As a business a shorter TTH means you won’t miss out on the best talent while ensuring deadlines like project kick offs are being met. But for candidates, things are different. For candidates, a streamlined hiring process reduces uncertainty and anxiety, with those that have recently experienced lay offs getting the chance to get back on the horse sooner. A faster process means more consistent communication, faster feedback and happier candidates. Reducing your TTH shows great consideration for your candidate pipeline alongside the upsides it brings to your company. Those candidates that are unsuccessful released into the marketplace with a great impression feeding into your employer brand and those that are successful will join your business as and highly engaged employees. #hiring

We recently received a message on LinkedIn from a year 12 interested in a career in Quant. They were looking our advice on what degrees to study to make it happen so we thought we’d share that advice here for anyone in a similar position. 1st of all, it was an amazing message to receive as a career in Quant is something you really should plan for, especially with the high expectations of some of the standout firms out there. What you study and where you study really matters, so aim high when considering your subject and university of choice. The universities to focus on are the research heavy, Russell Group types: Cambridge, Imperial, Warwick, UCL etc. Not only will businesses be looking for top universities, they’ll also look for top marks (1:1) in degrees such as Mathematics, Physics, Economics and Computer Science. It’s also important to understand that the work doesn’t start at university either, it starts starts in school so study hard. Every year the Quant Team at Anson McCade helps 100’s of graduates realise their dreams working for Tier 1 investment banks, Hedge Funds and Brokerages so it is definitely achievable- you just need to apply yourself. What advice would any of our experienced followers give to someone breaking into the industry? Already graduated? Reach out to the team today and we’ll help you find your dream role. Need further advice? Our inbox is open. #quantjobs #Quantgraduates #quant #hiring #oxbridge

In 2025, job vacancies across the finance sector rose by 12%. This following advice will help you take full advantage of this growth. The most successful people are those who never stop learning. We have pinpointed the areas within Finance with the most demand so that you can focus your learning and development activities on the skills that will get you HIRED. 🔥 Skills that will set you apart in 2026:🔥 AI proficiency – Knowing how to apply AI to streamline financial operations is now a must-have, not a bonus. Software development – Hands-on experience with financial tools and platforms gives you a serious edge. Regulatory insight – With constant reform, compliance awareness remains invaluable. Data fluency – Turning complex data into clear insights drives smarter, faster decisions. Now is your chance. Invest in your growth, build future-ready skills, and take the next step in your FS journey. #FinanceJobs #CareerGrowth #AI #LearningMindset #CareerDevelopment #AnsonMcCade

It’s no secret that we offer some of the best basic salaries in any market we launch in and that our commission structure is UNCAPPED, but here's some stuff you might not know. The leadership team across our entire business is comprised of consultants that have each sharpened their skills here at AMC from the very beginning of their careers. Whether it’s London, Belfast, Singapore or Aus there’s proof everywhere you look of the career progression available here. If you are based in the #Manchester area and want to take full advantage of the support on offer and have grown tired of pressing firmly against the glass ceiling at your current agency, we would love to chat. DM the team for more details. #hiring #mcr

What is Palantir and why are businesses (and our clients) fighting for Palantir skills? Palantir is basically “mission control for data” and that’s exactly why it’s on so many tech roadmaps in 2026. In simple terms, Palantir builds software that pulls in huge amounts of messy data from different systems, cleans it up, connects the dots, and then helps people make high stakes decisions from it. Governments use it for defence and security, hospitals for planning care, banks for spotting risk, and manufacturers for running factories more efficiently. 2026 has big plans for tech modernisation in the public sector with many of those plans starting with Palantir. Many different solutions providers collaborate on projects, which is why you have seen many vendors within the public sector hire similar Palantir based skill sets. If you specialise in database systems and work in defence or the public sector, this may be one to upskill in! Anson McCade currently have multiple vacancies requiring Palantir so reach out to the team if you have experience. #Hiring #palantir #uk

It’s still the year of the snake! Python has dominated client requirements going into 2026. Surveys and indices still rank Python as the most popular programming language globally, with its share of developer mindshare hitting record highs through 2025. It has also become the default choice for data science, AI, and ML work, thanks to its huge ecosystem of libraries and frameworks. For many of the clients speaking right now, Python offers three big wins: 1. One language that can cover data engineering, analytics, ML, and automation across the business. 2.A deep talent pool, from junior developers to senior quants and ML engineers, making scaling teams faster and less risky. 3. Direct alignment with how modern products are being built in finance, trading and SaaS, where Python underpins everything from backtesting engines to AI-powered features. If you’re thinking about a career change and wondering what skill to focus on, maybe your best betting on your old friend, Python? Get in touch with the team at AMC to better understand the Python roles available. #Hiring #python

Britain has signed up for a cleaner future and technology companies are making it happen with practical solutions. Just not the companies you’d expect.... Behind the scenes, firms in the trading space are quietly solving one of the hardest problems in renewable adoption: the unpredictability of weather-driven generation. This unpredictability has an impact on pricing, risk and investment appetite as well as availability. By using advanced forecasting, algorithmic trading and smarter market access platforms, these businesses are helping ensure green power can be scheduled, priced and traded with far more confidence. The result? Greater certainty for investors and asset owners, which makes renewables a more attractive, bankable commodity rather than a risky side-bet. Stronger foundations for national grids, with more renewable energy able to flow reliably into the system and support long term decarbonisation goals. In other words, the future of clean energy isn’t just being built on wind farms and solar parks, it’s also being coded into the trading systems that make green power investable at scale. #hiring #renewableenergy #trading

You might see your job search getting that little bit easier in 2026. We’re starting to see some interesting changes in the hiring process shaped by AI’s growing influence. Instead, employers are shifting towards more collaborative and transparent ways to explore technical depth without relying on time-consuming take-home tests. Why? Because AI has made cheating easier! This change could be a real win for candidates. Managing multiple interview processes can be exhausting, and reducing repetitive technical challenges allows more time for meaningful engagement and showcasing genuine capability. That said, it raises a question: will a reduction in hands-on coding tasks impact the quality of hires? For candidates it sure beats allotting two hours of personal time towards completing tech tests around a busy schedule! Curious to hear from others: Have you noticed this shift, and what impact do you think it’s having on hiring outcomes? #AI #hiring

We are tackling 2026 head on, and you should too. January isn’t just about resolutions in the gym and attempting to burn off the Xmas shortbread – it's the best time of year for you to secure a new role. Companies have spent the December lull setting headcounts for the upcoming the year and now it's your time to capitalize as they aim to smash those targets. Decision‑makers are back from annual leave, processes are moving and there's no more “let’s pick this up after the holiday” moments. It doesn't stop with internal teams either! Recruitment consultants are setting the tone for the rest of their year too. New requirements are flooding in and we're all getting stuck in. Take advantage of the new year buzz and get yourself out there! #hiring

It's 2026 and time to understand that additional needs are not an indication of a skills gap. Adjusting your hiring process to make extra considerations for people with needs not only makes sense on a human level, it also makes business sense. They are a reminder that talent comes in many forms – and that it’s often the hiring process, not the person, that creates barriers. If your process doesn’t flex to accommodate people with additional needs, you are cutting off a huge section of the market. You’re also missing out on valuable lived experience that can strengthen culture, challenge groupthink and massively improve the quality of the products and services you bring to market. An accessible product will always have more potential users than one where accessibility is an afterthought. Diversifying your hiring approach is your cheat code. Here are some simple ways you can start to accommodate candidates with additional needs in your hiring process: 1.Offer flexible interview formats (video, in-person, written) and extra time where needed. 2.Share interview questions or structures in advance to reduce anxiety and level the playing field. 3.Make sure your job ads and careers pages are accessible, clear, and free of unnecessary barriers. 4.Ask every candidate if they need any adjustments and normalise saying “yes”. Actions speak louder than words and demonstrating inclusivity in your hiring strategy can do far more for your brand than career page jargon. #hiring #accessibility