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At Meraki Talent, we’re proud to be a trusted recruitment partner to some of the world’s leading financial institutions.
We offer deep sector knowledge and a consultative approach, delivering high-calibre talent across all core functions - from investment and client-facing roles to operations and compliance.
Our team understands the nuances of global and local markets and brings proven expertise to both.
Specialist areas
Asset & Investment Management
Sourcing top performers across front, middle, and back-office roles.
Fund Services & Investment Platforms
Finding talent for fund administrators, custodians, and platform providers.
Savings & Investments
Recruiting for traditional and digital savings solutions, including ISAs and pensions.
Wealth Management & Platforms
Supporting established and challenger wealth firms with specialist hires.
FinTech & Trading Platforms
Powering innovation through strategic talent acquisition in emerging tech.
Global Banking & Capital Markets
Delivering talent for investment banking, structured finance, and capital markets.
Private Wealth, Trusts, Corporate Services & Funds
Providing discreet, expert human capital across private wealth and fiduciary services.
Why Meraki?
From established banks and asset managers to fintechs and professional services firms, we provide tailored talent solutions that meet the evolving demands of the market.
Our deep sector knowledge and consultative approach enable us to deliver high-calibre professionals across all core functions — from investment and client-facing roles to operations, finance, risk, and compliance. We understand the unique dynamics of both local and global markets and bring proven expertise to each.
With offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, and London, and access to a global candidate network, we deliver permanent, interim, contingent, and consultancy hires with speed, precision, and a firm commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I).
Salary guide
Meraki Talent’s latest Asset & Wealth Management market overview and salary guide for 2025 reveals a clear shift across Scotland’s Asset & Wealth Management Operations and Asset Servicing markets.
Following slowed activity through late 2023 into 2024, hiring has now regained momentum. Yet, it's more focused than before, with firms concentrating on oversight, data-driven operations, and higher-value skill sets.
Across Platforms, Wealth Management, and Securities Services, operational hiring is no longer about volume. It’s about adding the right expertise to meet regulatory pressures, support strategic growth, and evolve with client needs.
Financial Services jobs
Our Financial Services Specialist Leaders
Andrew Welsh
CEO
Andrew Welsh is the founder and CEO of Meraki Talent, recruiting across the Financial and Professional Services sectors in Scotland since 2001.
Passionate about helping clients grow through smart talent acquisition strategies, Andrew has built Meraki into a trusted partner for top firms.
A 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalist, he’s recognised for innovation and leadership. Away from work, Andrew is a former international age-group rugby player who enjoyed a long career with Watsonians FC - now mostly found cheering from the sidelines at Murrayfield.
Ellen Mulvey
Managing Director
Ellen is a seasoned recruitment leader with over two decades of experience shaping talent strategies in the City of London.
A recognised expert in interim resourcing and contingent workforce management, she partners with clients to navigate complex workforce challenges with precision and insight.
Beyond her technical expertise, Ellen is deeply passionate about people development and a champion of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I), frequently advising Financial Services clients on building more inclusive, future-ready organisations.
Her strategic approach and commitment to excellence make her a trusted advisor and a driving force for positive change.
Nathan MacFie
Director
Nathan is a Director and founding team member at Meraki Talent.
After moving to London in 2020 to launch Meraki’s London office, he now leads the Financial Services and Finance business areas, partnering with clients across the UK to deliver top talent.
Known for his consultative approach and deep market knowledge, Nathan is passionate about building lasting client and candidate relationships.
Outside of work, he’s a keen marathon runner, devoted Arsenal fan, and enjoys walking his dog.
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