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CityHR Financial Services Challenges
Explore a range of undergraduate and postgraduate challenges that give you first-hand experience of HR in financial services. Work on real people-strategy briefs, develop in-demand skills and build the profile that CityHR member firms are looking for.
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6 Challenges Available
Future-Proofing HR Operating Models in Wholesale Banking
Redesign the HR operating model for a wholesale bank adapting to hybrid working, automation and evolving regulatory expectations. Map current service delivery, identify friction points and propose a target operating model with a phased transition plan.
Building an Inclusive Culture in a Global Asset Manager
Develop a practical D&I strategy for a global asset management firm. Benchmark against sector leaders, design measurable inclusion metrics and propose initiatives that move beyond compliance towards genuine cultural change.
Talent Pipelines for the AI-Enabled Financial Services Workforce
Explore how a mid-size insurer should redesign its talent acquisition and development model as generative AI reshapes entry-level roles. Recommend new role architectures, reskilling pathways and early-careers strategy.
Reward Strategy for Retaining Critical Skills in FinTech
Design a total reward strategy for a fast-growing FinTech competing for scarce engineering and risk talent. Balance cash, equity, flexibility and wellbeing against a constrained budget and rapid headcount growth.
Leadership Development for First-Line Managers in Retail Banking
Create a leadership development framework for first-line managers across a retail bank's branch and contact-centre network. Address the shift from transactional supervision to coaching-led, digitally-enabled team leadership.
People Analytics: Measuring Engagement Beyond the Survey
Propose a people analytics approach for a professional services firm that moves beyond annual engagement surveys. Combine behavioural data, pulse feedback and predictive indicators to give leaders real-time insight.
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