1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (14 May, 2026)

Market Updates By Me2Works Published on 14/05/2026

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  • Fidelity Investments Restructures: The firm is cutting 800 global roles while simultaneously planning to hire 1,300 tech and product staff by year-end. Source


  • Buy-Side Hiring Recovery: Investment firms are increasing mandates for Risk and Operations roles, with activity up over 20% year-on-year. Source


  • AI Skill Premium: Demand for AI and Machine Learning Engineers is driving salary increments of 15%+ for job movers. Source


  • Deutsche Bank Expands: The Private Bank has actively expanded its FX Advisory teams in Hong Kong this month. Source


  • HR Roles in Demand: Companies are prioritizing HR Business Partners to manage regional restructuring and digital transformation. Source