Employment in banking: dynamic and responsible

In 2023, the French banking sector shows positive employment momentum, with 44,500 new hires. With 355,100 employees at the end of 2023, its workforce is increasing (+0.2%) for the first time in several years.

This momentum is also illustrated by the number of workstudy participants in sharp increase (19,650 in 2023, i.e. +7% year-on-year) and a decreasing turnover (9.4%) that was lower than the national average.

The banking sector confirmed its status as a responsible employer that offers long-term (over 98% permanent contracts) and highly-qualified jobs. With women accounting for 57% of its employees, the banking sector advocates for gender equality and continues to pursue policies to support
older workers.

With over 200 jobs related directly to the economy and society, the banking sector is able to provide a diverse range of talents with an outlook for success.

The banking sector is extremely committed to youth – half of new hires are under the age of 30 – and attaches great importance to professional integration and training. Ambitious training policies help increase their employability and develop their skills, while partnerships with associations promote professional integration for those who have difficulty entering the workforce.

French banks are gradually adapting their businesses with technological innovations and changing digital consumption methods. They are anticipating the skills that will be needed in the future and overcoming the challenges of a societal transformation.