Where to look for high comp offers
I feel stuck at £45k after 8 years in fintech and banking, and I’m trying to figure out what I am missing.
I’m currently working in a fully remote role earning around £45k with 8 years of experience across fintech and banking. I have a strong profile, but I’m struggling to find high-compensation roles on LinkedIn. While I appreciate the flexibility, I feel like I’ve hit a ceiling when it comes to salary progression. Internally there is limited room to grow, and externally, the roles I see either pay too little or are not a good fit.
I’m open to moving roles, upskilling, or slightly pivoting within fintech or banking. I’m also happy to move to hybrid or onsite roles if that opens better opportunities.
For those who have managed to push past this level in the UK:
• Where do you look for high-paying roles besides LinkedIn?
• What roles or skills made the biggest difference in increasing your salary?
• Which areas in fintech or banking tend to offer the best progression?
• How much did networking help compared to just applying online?
• Are there any certifications that genuinely helped you move up?
I’d really appreciate any advice or personal experiences. I want to approach this more strategically rather than just applying blindly.