Why can't upskilling and reskilling wait any longer?
Digital transformation is no longer a project for the future but has become the new reality in the financial sector, but as in any revolution, the real protagonists are not the technologies but the people. Today, banks, insurers and fintechs are competing not only for market share, but also, and increasingly so, for the best digital talent in the sector.
But what happens when that talent is not readily available in the marketplace? The answer may lie within the team: upskilling and reskilling, two concepts that are reshaping the way organizations are approaching the development of their teams.
From traditional profiles to the urgency for new capabilities
For years, teams in the financial sector were made up of profiles with very defined paths: finance, accounting, risk management, compliance... However, digitalization has brought new requirements and has blurred the boundaries between technical and business functions.
Today, demand is leaning towards roles such as:
The challenge is to integrate technical functions with the vision and experience of financial sector professionals, so knowing and evolving internal talent is a crucial solution to address the current transformation context.
Upskilling and reskilling: much more than just training
In this regard, the reskilling (reorienting a professional to a new role) and the upskilling (deepening or broadening their capabilities in their current area) have become two key strategies to keep organizations evolving.
It is not just a matter of sharing training courses, however, but also of create and foster a digital strategy and mindset.
And, above all, it means betting on the internal development as a path to growth, loyalty and efficiency.
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How to start transforming talent
Implement a plan for upskilling o reskilling does not have to be complex. You can start very concretely:
At Zemsania, for example, we work with financial institutions, helping them both to define these plans and to execute them, combining talent selection technology with training programs and development.
The future is hybrid, agile, and human
It's not just about having more technical expertise, it's about having teams that understand technology and adapt nimbly and collaboratively in multidisciplinary environments.
The soft skills also gain weight: critical thinking, communication, adaptability, teamwork... It all adds up when the environment changes so fast.
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