Greek banks plan over 600 new hires by 2027

Eight member banks of the Hellenic Banking Federation have announced plans to fill more than 600 new positions by 2027. The participating institutions include Piraeus Bank, National Bank of Greece, Alpha Bank, Eurobank, CrediaBank, Optima bank, Citi, and Bank of Epirus.

The recruitment drive reflects a significant shift in the Greek banking sector, which is transitioning from traditional teller-based services toward digital platforms, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Banks are increasingly seeking specialized professionals such as programmers, data analysts, and cybersecurity experts to compete with technology and fintech firms.

This initiative was announced in connection with The Monday Festival, scheduled for November 28 in Tavros. Kostas Chalkikis, Head of Human Resources for Citi in Greece and Central Europe, noted the evolving professional profiles required in the modern banking landscape.