Software giant to create 1,000 new jobs
First Derivatives, the Newry software giant, have announced plans to create 1,000 new jobs in the next three years. Chief executive Brian Conlon announced the news during a keynote speech at yesterday’s inaugural Innovation Nation event in Newry. First Derivatives produces software used in the financial service sector, but has also expanded into a variety...
STATSports announces 237 new jobs as part of major expansion
STATSport based in Newry has announced the creation of 237 new jobs during its latest expansion. The firm specialises in wearable technology and provides analysis software to professional athletes. With over a decade of experience, STATSport has offices in Ireland, London and the USA. The major recruitment drive is due to an investment of...
How to… create an eye-catching cover letter
The main aim of a cover letter is to encourage recruiters to read your CV. While a CV sets out the skills and experience you have for the job, the covering letter more explicitly demonstrates your understanding of the employing organisation and the nature of the job being advertised. A covering letter gives you the...
Freshly Chopped set to open in Belfast
An Irish salad chain is set to open 10 new stores within Northern Ireland as part of its latest expansion. Freshly Chopped will open at the Belfast campus of Ulster University marking the firms 50th store. The launch of this new store will bring 15 jobs which will include both part-time and full-time jobs in...
Majority of Northern Ireland workers keen on flexible working
The latest research has shown that 60% of workers in Northern Ireland want flexible working hours. YouGov carried out the research on behalf of McDonald’s. The findings were to help retain staff in a volatile labour market. Almost 60% of all adults questioned are seeking to have an early start or to reduce their working...
McErlain’s Bakery to create 40 new jobs
A County Londonderry bakery, McErlain’s Bakery has announced the creation of 40 new jobs after it was rescued from insolvency. Last month, 260 jobs were at risk and after careful negotiations, 40 new positions have now been secured after investment from Tayto. Genesis Crafty continues its expansion with Marks & Spencer The bakery’s product lines include...
How to… budget your student finances
Leaving school and going to university often means leaving home and living on your own for the first time. This is will no doubt mean you are now having to manage your own finances and living expenses, while it may be tempting to blow the student loan in the first term here are some hints...
Seven apps that can help spark workplace success
Still searching for workplace success? Here are 7 apps to help spark your success: Wetransfer (free up to 2GB) Occasionally, we need to email or send a file that’s over 10 megabytes, 20 megabytes, or whatever your email system allows. Often, this might be a PowerPoint presentation or the like. That’s where Wetransfer comes in....
40 new hospitality roles
Titanic Belfast is recruiting for 40 new hospitality roles. Over the last six years, Titanic Belfast’s hospitality team have hosted over 2,500 business and leisure events including BBC’s Biggest Weekend, Queen Elizabeth’s Jubilee lunch, G8 Summit Reception, BBC Sports Personality of the Year, The World Police & Fire Games International Conference, World Conference of Credit...
Major law firm expands into NI creating 125 jobs
International law firm Fieldfisher has moved into Northern Ireland, creating 125 new jobs. Based at its new offices in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter, the roles will have average salaries of around £25,000. Around 10 jobs are already in place at the premises on Old Channel Road. Last November, Fieldfisher announced its merger with Holywood firm Donaldson...