Our client, a well known international organisation, is looking to recruit an Applications DBA (SQL) Support Analyst to join their existing team in Belfast.

The Global Service Management Team is responsible for the 3rd line support of all the client’s global infrastructure, devices and applications, assisting regional support teams as required.

The successful candidate will be accountable for supporting and maintaining the following areas:

• Core applications within the organisation (including Carpe Diem, Elite 3E, Metastorm BPM, OpenText DM, PeopleSoft)
• Technologies used to support all applications (Including SQL and BizTalk)

The Person:
• It is vital to have in-depth knowledge for Microsoft SQL Server 2005 and MCP/MCDBA accreditation is preferred.
• Detailed practical knowledge of the operation and maintenance of IT Infrastructure and services within a Microsoft Technology environment
• Minimum 2/3 years IT experience with at least 1 years experience in a 3rd line support role
• Experience of working within the professional services sector with an appreciation of the demands placed on support teams by the business
• Experience of working in an ITIL environment
• It is desirable to have experience of a SQL server clustered environment
• Minimum A Level standard education (or equivalent)
• Accreditation in relevant technologies – preferred
• ITIL Foundation - preferred

If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the link provided.

For more information on this role please contact Myles McKeown at the DP Group quoting reference number DPMM137/12 on 02890 500 883.

Our client, a leading Software Services organisation, has a new opportunity for a Bid Manager to join their established team based in Belfast.

Key Responsibilities:
• Leading a bid team for major bids
• Manage the Bid process lifecycle, including:
o Bid Planning
o Produce and maintain bid brief
o Identify resource requirements
o Act as a single point of contact for bid team
o Maintain Bid Site/Documentation on SharePoint
o Drive commercial review approvals process
o Edit contributions to bid
o Manage bid production
o Collate and maintain risk registers
o Manage risk process in accordance with company standards
o Monitor and report bid and production costs
o Produce post bid review and handover documentation
• Maintenance of a level of client relationship appropriate to the sale, supporting the main sales relationship
• Proposal production with input from Technical, project management, sales lead and finance colleagues to agreed deadline
• Co-ordination of all input to meet proposal production deadlines
• Analysis of bid/proposal at all stages ensuring that overall solution optimises the chance of success, commercial proposition is correct (with bid team).
• Responsibility for the quality and consistency of all proposals under management

The key metrics for the Bid Manager are both qualitative and quantitative, reflecting the nature of the position and its challenges.

The Person:
• The ability to focus multi-disciplined resources to a common objective and deadline is vital, as is liaison with different management layers internally to ensure that deadlines are achieved.
• 4 – 5 years experience in business analysis /consultancy/training or related project management work, including sales support activities.
• Experience in working in a software solutions and implementation environment
• Ability and motivation to confidently carry out work unsupervised.
• Experience of building good customer relationships.
• Excellent written communications skills internally and externally.
• Sound communication skills including ability to deliver presentations using structure & style appropriate to audience.
• Good skills with all Microsoft tools
• Good commercial awareness and sound understanding of project and business dynamics.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines - ideally with a focus on the Public Sector.
• Capable of effective prioritisation of tasks and personal time management, while recognising and flagging issues outside area of own expertise.

Key Performance Metrics of the role:
• Sales Target
• Bid Quality
• Bid Deadlines
• Proposal Standards

If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the button below.

For more information on this role, please contact Myles McKeown at the DP Group quoting reference number DPMM135/12 on 02890 500 883.

Your day to day role would involve the following:-
· Making daily sales calls and closing sales to targets
· Sourcing and generating new prospects on a daily basis
· Logging and following up on all calls on the in-house database
· Field Sales
· Account Management
· Chasing all artwork, paperwork and monies from all clients to deadlines with all adverts ready for print

We are looking for an Experienced Advertising Sales Executive with the potential to run their own territory within 6 months.

Our prestigious IT Services client now seeks to make an appointment for an experienced Enterprise Architect. Reporting to the Principal in this area of the business the Enterprise Architect will work closely with Account and Service teams to pursue and win technologically advanced major Solutions or Outsourcing deals.
They will maintain an excellent relationship and a trusted business advisor status with customers and colleagues
The role:

The Enterprise Architect may provide leadership in the formulation of network, technology, systems and information strategy and evolution plans. The role holder will meet business objectives, solve business problems and facilitate further business success by applying a combination of industry, applications and technical knowledge through the definition of high level solutions.

The Person :

The role calls for excellent communication, negotiation, influencing and leadership skills. The Enterprise Architect will be required to interact at a senior level with senior managers, other architects and directors and suppliers.
They must also provide strategic direction and thought leadership, commanding respect internally as well as externally. They will be able to present solution(s) with confidence and influence at a senior level.
The role holder will leverage the experience of relevant internal and professional communities to discharge these responsibilities, thus ensuring knowledge sharing extends beyond the functional boundary of the role.

Key Skills:

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a proven Enterprise/Solutions Architecture background and track record of key contributions to major ICT solutions across a number of the following technology areas:

• Cloud Services – IaaS, PaaS & Private/Public Cloud solutions design & integration.
• Data Centre, Server and IT Infrastructure Consolidation
• IT Optimisation Methodologies and cost benefit analyses
• Microsoft Infrastructure Technologies - Directory, Mail & Messaging, Operating Systems (Server & Client), Management & Monitoring.
• Systems & Storage Architectures
• Systems, Application & Network Infrastructure
• Mobile Computing, Access & IT Infrastructure Security Services.

The ideal candidate will also have proven consultative sales experience. You will be an experienced facilitator of solution development initiatives with customers and colleagues preferably with senior business stakeholders. You will also have considerable bid strategy development and document writing skills and experience.
In addition the candidate should demonstrate that they :
• Are a key authority in a number of Network Disciplines
• Have experience leading major customer deals and bids Ideally in the Government ICT market or demonstrate as a minimum a base understanding

• Have ability to builds internal, external and third party supplier relationships
• Experience defining and maintaining associated bid budgets
• Team and Strategic leadership around technology
 

This is an exciting and key opportunity with real career potential and opportunity to work in a dynamic commercial and technical environment and to network at a senior level.

For a completely confidential discussion on this opportunity please contact Stephen Ingram, Recruitment Director on 02890 500883 or simply submit your CV on the link provided quoting Job Reference DPSI34/12 initial interest will not be forwarded to our client without your express permission.

Our client, a leading mobile technology organisation, is recruiting for Senior Software Engineers. These are key opportunities to work in a challenging and progressive technology driven environment.

The role will:


• Take ownership functional specification, design, implementation and maintenance
• Assist in the development of implementation schedules
• Develop assigned software modules within schedule constraints using our clients accepted coding practices.
• Specify and perform unit testing of developed software modules
• Fix bugs in software modules as necessary.
• Assist with product documentation
• Assist QA engineers as required to develop of test plans and isolate software faults.
• Lead department code reviews.
• Work with other department software engineers to ensure successful development and delivery of product
• Report status in timely fashion as requested by Manager or project lead engineer or when problems arise

Job Requirements:

Essential criteria:


• BSc degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent relevant to Software Engineering
• Demonstrable experience in either Java or C++ (demonstrable experience in the other language also desired)
• Formal training or hands on experience in at least two of the following: object-oriented languages, UNIX system-level programming (Linux, Solaris), multi-threaded programming, web application development, and web technologies (HTTP, HTML, JavaScript, etc.)
• Strong communication skills – both verbal and written


Desirable criteria:


• Knowledge of mobile technologies (e.g. GSM, CDMA) and the challenges faced in the mobile internet
• Knowledge of Java Spring and OSGi technologies
• Sun Java Programmer Certification
• Demonstrable experience using Eclipse
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and contribute to technical discussions
• Ability to give and receive feedback constructively
• Desire to learn and committed to personal development
• Proven experience in working with minimal supervision
• Experience in writing technical documentation

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Laura Gargan at The DP Group on 02890 500 883 quoting reference number DPLG33/12608 or email your CV to the link above.

Our client is a prestigious IT services company seeking to make an appointment for an experienced Energy Operations Manager.



The Person:

• 3rd Level Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience in preventative fault management.
• Experience in DC Power systems
• Experience in managing multi-sites
• Experience working to tight SLA’s and customer requirements

The Role:

• To actively support, at all times, company policy and best practice in the area of security, with particular emphasis on the protection of sensitive customer information.
• Maintain availability of Network Power & Cooling infrastructure to agreed levels, and update the Power Routines and Inventory Management system as required.
• To schedule delivery of required maintenance to all power and cooling equipment, working with equipment suppliers where appropriate, or via 3rd party suppliers to whom this responsibility is discharged.
• To ensure that critical routines are performed in line with SLA, and that priority fault alarms are resourced within 1hour of notification.
• To work with the Field and Operations team with regards to the Schedule of Approved capital works to ensure resourcing issues are mitigated in delivery stage.
• Investigate any customer complaints relating to the performance of the core network
Liaise with internal/external customers, contractors, suppliers and OLO’s as required.


This is an exciting opportunity with real career potential and opportunity to network at a senior level.

For a completely confidential discussion on this opportunity please contact Stephen Ingram, Recruitment Director on 02890 500883 or simply submit your CV on the link provided quoting Job Reference DPSI131/12. Your initial interest will not be forwarded to our client without your express permission.

Managing up to 10 stores, the Purpose of an Area Manager is to:

Ensure that at all times they have friendly, energetic teams delivering quick one-to-one service in buzzy, clean, well-stocked and well maintained stores with strong cost controls.

Deliver the company’s expectations of customer experience, brand, sales, profitability and culture in each and every store by conducting store visits regularly.

Support the store teams on a day-to-day basis, an Area Manager will set objectives, create plans and lead their teams to deliver and exceed these expectations.

Qualities:
You will be a strong leader with experience in leading diverse team and developing people
You will be result driven Area Manager who can drive sales and profits
You must have experience in managing busy stores/restaurants
Food and beverages background is advantageous

Personality is crucial to this position. They are looking a confident people person who is hands on and flexible.

The role
A strong character with good commercial background, the post holder will be expected to take on the following responsibilities;

• The development of an agreed Strategic Plan for the Area/Sector development that: is consistent with HR strategy; and supports the Area and Branch structure.
• Development and maintenance relationships with the Area Team raising the profile of the HR Department to ensure strategic involvement and engagement on all key decisions.
• Analysis and review of employer liability information upon award of a contract, providing correct advice to the Branch Manager and Business Development Manager
• The management of all TUPE transfer activity including coordinating data and attending meetings with employees, customers, unions and other key stakeholders.
• The provision of accurate, timely and commercial advice to the line managers on all HR policies and procedures and participate in any formal processes as appropriate.
• Ensuring adequate and appropriate training, advice and support is provided to make the team successful..
• Managing and supporting the development plan and management talent map' recruitment and succession planning to ensure that the Department has the capability to execute the Business Plan.
• Fully responsible for ensuring that resourcing and manpower planning is properly managed to pre-empt additional work.
• Proactively identifies areas of concern by analyzing data and trends, providing practical suggestions to improve.
• Act as the focal point to communicate to line managers HR initiatives, policies and procedures including the impact of employment law changes.
• To support disciplinary, grievance, dismissal, appeal and redundancy meetings as appropriate to provide expert HR advice and support. To attend dismissal and appeal meetings.
• Responsible for ensuring all employment law changes and the impact of these are fully communicated and understood, acting as a focal point to ensure changes and initiatives are implemented and adhered to.

Personal Specifications
• UK/ EU citizen or valid work permit
• CIPD qualified or working towards
• Outstanding commercial background with a fast-paced, resilient and tenacious approach
• Knowledge and experience of TUPE Regulations
• Expertise in resolving complex employee relations issues
• Experience of giving and providing coaching to management colleagues
• Ability to build relationships and fully engage with various management teams
• Excellent communication skills
• Full clean driving licence
• Some overnight stays will be required
• Project and Change Management experience
• Experience of working within a unionised environment
• Experience of design and delivery of HR related workshops to colleagues

As Regional Sales Manager you will be responsible for sales and support of the product portfolio to industry professionals within your defined geographical territory. You will be empowered to develop sales in line with business objectives, by identifying new customers and maturing existing accounts. You will support the introduction of new innovative technology and increase brand awareness by performing product training, and attending various tradeshows.

The successful candidate will hold field-based sales experience. Experience in the hearing instrument or related industry would be of advantage, though is not a necessity. Excellent communication skills and a passion to succeed are a must.

The Role:
Manage a geographical territory
Achieve agreed sales targets
Attend meetings, trade-shows and exhibitions
Provide product training and education to customer base
Introduce new products to customer base

The Person
Commercial experience essential
Field-based sales experience essential
Experience in the hearing instrument or related market would be a distinct advantage
Excellent people skills
Enthusiasm, integrity and determination
You will be a self-motivated sales person with excellent account management and relationship building skills. Someone that is looking for a company that strives to develop and grow their employees skills and careers

As Regional Sales Manager you will be responsible for sales and support of the product portfolio to industry professionals within your defined geographical territory. You will be empowered to develop sales in line with business objectives, by identifying new customers and maturing existing accounts. You will support the introduction of new innovative technology and increase brand awareness by performing product training, and attending various tradeshows.

The successful candidate will hold field-based sales experience. Experience in the hearing instrument or related industry would be of advantage, though is not a necessity. Excellent communication skills and a passion to succeed are a must.

The Role:
Manage a geographical territory
Achieve agreed sales targets
Attend meetings, trade-shows and exhibitions
Provide product training and education to customer base
Introduce new products to customer base

The Person
Commercial experience essential
Field-based sales experience essential
Experience in the hearing instrument or related market would be a distinct advantage
Excellent people skills
Enthusiasm, integrity and determination

You will be a self-motivated sales person with excellent account management and relationship building skills. Someone that is looking for a company that strives to develop and grow their employees skills and careers

Key Accountabilities

1. Strategy
Initiate, share and discuss strategic issues to strengthen and expand the brand.

2. Sales & Distribution
Identify the relevant developments in sales & distribution management and translate the implications of this strategy for its sales and distribution

3. Commercial
Develop, in co-operation with Trade Marketing and Marketing and for approval of CEO, the commercial strategy from the point of view of sales opportunities and feasibility of operational sales practices.

4. Policies and approaches
Define policies, processes and approaches for S&D and ensure implementation and execution in order to enable realizing the sales targets.

5. Sales organization
Direct, develop, stimulate and motivate the RSM's and S&D organization in order to create an effective S&D organization that realizes sales targets in line with the commercial strategy.

6. Sales
Ensure realization of the sales targets for the traditional retail business.

7. Sales training
Develop and implement sales training programs in co-operation with HR/Training to improve and monitor standards of performance of the sales force.

8. Sales forecasting and reporting
Translate sales plans and activities into sales forecasts for traditional sales in co-operation with Trade Marketing and ensure correct and on time reporting of sales figures.

9. Merchandising & brand management
Ensure execution of merchandising and brand management at the point of sales, in line with the policies and approaches as defined by Trade Marketing (for BTL) and Marketing in order to influence the shopper's choice in favor of their products and optimal SKU rotation.

10. New Business development
Initiate and organize sales & distribution in new markets (places, countries) aligned with the relevant other departments and in line with the commercial strategy, in order to increase sales.

11. Credit Management
Implement the approved payment and credit policies and ensure credit and collection management for all sales, ensuring timely payments.

12. Quality Assurance
Ensure and monitor quality control of sales processes and practices and use of SEBA in line with company standards and regulations.

•7-10 years experience in sales and marketing, preferably in FMCG particularly food or beverages

•A minimum degree in Marketing, Business, or other related disciplines

•Must have worked internationally

•Strong stakeholder management skills

•English main language but Arabic reading & writing is an advantage

Key Accountabilities

1. Sales & Distribution strategy
Initiate, share and discuss strategic issues for sales & distribution, in order to contribute to the development of the sales & distribution strategy.

2. Sales
Monitor, coach, train and motivate Sales Managers and Supervisors in the Region in their performance, in order to create an effective regional S&D organization that achieves sales targets.

3. Key Accounts
Ensure implementation of agreed measures with Key accounts, in cooperation with Trade Marketing and maintain good business relations with the representatives of Key Accounts in the Region.

4. Sales forecasting and reporting
Translate sales plans and activities into sales forecasts for the Region in co-operation with Trade Marketing and ensure correct and on time reporting of sales figures.

5. Merchandising & brand management
Ensure execution of merchandising at the points of sales, in line with the policies and approaches as defined by Trade Marketing (for BTL) and Marketing in order to influence the shopper's choice in favour of their products.

6. New Clients
Ensure initiation and organization of sales to new clients in the Region, aligned with the relevant other departments and in line with the S&D strategy, in order to increase sales.

7. Credit Management
Implement the approved payment and credit policies and ensure credit and collection management for all sales in the region, ensuring timely payments.

8. Regional Depot
Ensure management of the regional depot to realize the distribution planning and delivery of the required volumes of finished products, in line with the distribution policies and according to functional guidelines of Supply Chain Management.

9. Regional workshop
Ensure management of the maintenance and repair activities for cars, refrigeration and forklifts in the Region, according to functional guidelines of Supply Chain Management, in order to ensure maximum availability of the vehicles at lowest cost.

10. Quality Assurance
Ensure and monitor quality control of sales processes and practices and use of SEBA in line with company standards and regulations.

11. Human Resource Management
Ensure an effective Regional S&D organization, required number and quality of people, and people management in line with their HR policies, in order to enable the realization of the S&D targets.

12. Finance & reporting
Ensure budgeting and financial monitoring and reporting according to their financial policies in order to ensure proper financial management for the S&D Region.

You will need to have a degree or higher in Business, Marketing or Finance with at least 5 years experience in FMCG. English is the main language but understanding of Arabic is an advantage. Your must have worked internationally and able to commit for at least a year! Direct sales experience is crucial.

You should be able to lead and manage highly specialist third party suppliers as the internal client and ensure clear direction and control to the implementation ,completion, delivery, and sign off leading to operational support as part of the Master plan scheme (total value £400M!!!)
Advantageous will be a very good understanding of complex IT architecture as liaison with these specialists is initially a key part of the role.
Structured management experience of Prince 2 and ITIL would be welcome but more importantly is an understanding of large IT infrastructures with complex multiple stakeholder liaison and strong management skills.
Also needed is working with other Project Managers to demonstrate effective accountability for large scale complex programmes infrastructure implementation within a Capex driven Building Construction environment.
These long term projects require eventual liaison with third party suppliers to provide ongoing support

You must have worked within large scale IT infrastructure and development areas of a building construction provider or within transportation providers such as Rail, Airports or Airlines.
Previous security clearance will be greatly advantageous.

The role
To facilitate a major supply chain project which involves consolidating a number of manufactures into one supply chain. The main focus would be setting up manufacturers with the new distributor. Ensuring a smooth transition of service and ensure that relevant data and forecast information is given to the incumbent distributor. The role would also manage out going distributor to ensure we do not suffer a reduction in service. There will be other small projects that would also form part of this role.

Main Duties
· Oversee the transition between existing and new distributor delivering a seamless transition. Including communication and establishing new terms of trade
· Mange the move of c40 manufactures into new distributor.
· Ensure that new delivery methods and systems are integrated into the business.
· Ensure incumbent service is bedded in and that a consistent level of service is achieved.
· Provide new distributor with forecasts where necessary.
· Ensure new products during the transition phase are listed effectively within the business.
· Assist new distributor in preparation for supply over the Olympics and Bank Holidays.
· Manage the transition of stock between outgoing and new distributor.
· Play a key role in working party group
· Assist international supply chain during the transition.

Skills & Experience:
Successful applicants should ideally have previous supply chain experience, ideally in a FMCG environment. The candidate should have experience either managing projects or implementing change. Experience in food supply chain would be ideal. Confidence, strength of character and a desire to learn are just as important as previous experience.

· Confident, problem solver, with effective communication skills
· FMCG demand planning experience
· Experience of hub to store model
· Pro-active attitude with a desire to succeed
· Project experience or experience implementing change within a supply chain.
· Ability to work independently with limited guidance and supervision
· Professional manner and able to engage with all levels of staff
· Excellent organization skills and a proven ability to effectively multi-task and re-prioritize

The Role:
This role is one of two Regional Managers dedicated to the London Region, 6 Regions making up the UK network, and reports to the UK Retail Director. Each Regional Manager is responsible for a number of Area Managers and up to 100 Stores. The appointment comes at a key time in the company’s growth, 50+ outlets planned in the UK this year, and has the added importance of managing the region during the high profile London 2012 Olympic Games.

Operating within a family owned and entrepreneurial environment, the role also necessitates a close working relationship with senior people within the company and offers a visible career path.

The business ethics of hard work, determination and continuous improvement are underpinned by an exceptional people culture and although a commercially pragmatic business you will not only be judged on financial results but your ability to lead, inspire and grow your people and through them, your business. Working alongside a highly focused senior team and with subject matter experts you will have opportunity to contribute to new ideas and propose innovation through a variety of communication channels.

Responsibilities:

- To achieve financial targets as agreed with the management board
- To ensure the best possible performance of the regions, through the leadership of dedicated regional teams operating within the guidelines of the company brand.
- To act as a guardian of the brand at all times balancing improvement with the expectations of colleagues and customers.
- To direct, guide and evaluate the performance of individuals and teams, which contributes to the overall achievement of the company in both short-term and long-term goals.
- Set direction and execute the short, medium and long term strategy for the business and continue enhancement of brand positioning.
- Provide strong operational leadership to the management team, ensuring the vision is fully embedded, with clarity on objectives across all constituent parts of the business.
- Ensure delivery of financial and operational targets through weekly / monthly reporting and forecasting, optimising margin through utilisation of existing methods and tools.
- Drive operational excellence across all sites and exceeding customer expectations as a given rather than an exception.
- Lead, coach and mentor internal talent to support the growth of the business and individual careers.
- Embody and instil the values of the company brand at all levels within the regions. There will be a need to understand, embrace, work within and support the carefully developed company culture.
- Manage all relationships effectively both downwards and upwards and peers within operations and central functions.

Key Skills and Experience:
- Successful track record of managing a P&L and driving the numbers within a multi-site business, ideally from hospitality/leisure, and specifically food retail related concepts. Experience of managing a person/team from another discipline (HR, openings, audit) would be an asset.
- Solid operational experience is essential, with demonstrable expertise in managing business portfolios characterised by a large number of sites and employees.
- Must have operated within a consumer facing environment, where there is a well-defined proposition or brand.
- A track record in leading development and execution of growth strategies, encompassing the expansion of existing remits
- An absolute affinity with the company brand.
- A first class intellect, coupled with superb interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong leadership qualities. Must balance driving for results with the ability to coach and mentor the senior management team, supporting development of capability levels up and down the business.
- A good strategic brain, coupled with a strong eye for detail and a pragmatic, hands-on approach to problem solving
- Must demonstrate well-honed commercial savvy; will be fully conversant in the ‘numbers’ and adept at identifying opportunities to drive both top and bottom line.
- First class relationship management skills, with a clear ability to forge strong partnerships across a wide range of internal and external stake holders.
- Highly developed influencing skills, with the ability to ‘sell’ the vision at all levels within the organisation and really take people with him/her.
- Resourceful, creative and proactive. Must be adept at handling ambiguity.
- Must demonstrate high levels of energy, drive and resilience, with the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, pressurised environment
- Analytically rigorous but nonetheless a decisive decision maker.
- High emotional intelligence; will balance results orientation with an empathy for his/her environment.
- Confident in own ability but open-minded enough to welcome and evaluate feedback from all levels of the organisation.

Qualifications:
10 Years Food AND Beverage Experience at a relatively senior level
Degree Educated
Business Degree preferable

This is a chance to do all those things in Consultancy you have been promising yourself!

Want to work in a Practice where you really can talk to everyone?
Want to work in a Practice where you don’t have to go away at the drop of a hat?
Want to work in a Practice which only works in London?
Want to work in a Practice where meritocracy is their maxim (only Consultants or Partners and no grades)?
Want to work in a Practice which has a work business balance second to none?
Want to work in a Practice with no pressure to bring in unnecessary juniors?
There are no juniors! Like go home every night? This consultancy is central London and has grown carefully for over twenty years. Now nearly 60 consultants, this is a well kept secret, dealing at the highest Management CXO levels with the most prestigious Clients. All Partners are promoted from within, you must have excellent academics and a record of achievement within a recognised larger Management Practice.

The role
A strong character with good commercial background, the post holder will be expected to take on the following responsibilities;

• The development of an agreed Strategic Plan for the Area/Sector development that: is consistent with HR strategy; and supports the Area and Branch structure.
• Development and maintenance relationships with the Area Team raising the profile of the HR Department to ensure strategic involvement and engagement on all key decisions.
• Analysis and review of employer liability information upon award of a contract, providing correct advice to the Branch Manager and Business Development Manager
• The management of all TUPE transfer activity including coordinating data and attending meetings with employees, customers, unions and other key stakeholders.
• The provision of accurate, timely and commercial advice to the line managers on all HR policies and procedures and participate in any formal processes as appropriate.
• Ensuring adequate and appropriate training, advice and support is provided to make the team successful..
• Managing and supporting the development plan and management talent map' recruitment and succession planning to ensure that the Department has the capability to execute the Business Plan.
• Fully responsible for ensuring that resourcing and manpower planning is properly managed to pre-empt additional work.
• Proactively identifies areas of concern by analyzing data and trends, providing practical suggestions to improve.
• Act as the focal point to communicate to line managers HR initiatives, policies and procedures including the impact of employment law changes.
• To support disciplinary, grievance, dismissal, appeal and redundancy meetings as appropriate to provide expert HR advice and support. To attend dismissal and appeal meetings.
• Responsible for ensuring all employment law changes and the impact of these are fully communicated and understood, acting as a focal point to ensure changes and initiatives are implemented and adhered to.

Personal Specifications
• UK/ EU citizen or valid work permit
• CIPD qualified or working towards
• Outstanding commercial background with a fast-paced, resilient and tenacious approach
• Knowledge and experience of TUPE Regulations
• Expertise in resolving complex employee relations issues
• Experience of giving and providing coaching to management colleagues
• Ability to build relationships and fully engage with various management teams
• Excellent communication skills
• Full clean driving licence
• Some overnight stays will be required
• Project and Change Management experience
• Experience of working within a unionised environment
• Experience of design and delivery of HR related workshops to colleagues

Key Accountabilities

Budget
Responsible for coordinating and providing timely and accurate annual budgets as well as the periodic changes to the budget including owning all finance processes, guiding profitability and partnering in decision making to service the business at its optimum performance.

Reporting

•Coordinate and analyze the preparation of monthly consolidated management reports for the company in coordination with all disciplines resulting in high quality reporting on trends and issues.

•Develop a coherent, valid and reliable framework for performance measurement.

•Effectively plan and manage the periodical formal business reporting process e.g. annual budget, monthly management reports, YLV, BBS and BBPs.

Decision support
Understanding and application of techniques used to support business decision making e.g. ABC, value creation, discounted cash flow, pay back period, opportunity costing.

Communications
Maintains effective communication with the finance and business teams and provide adequate support on procedures and standards. Communicate with line management and others effectively and efficiently and show leadership in the area of work.

Data bank development
Ensuring the availability of accurate, timely and relevant data and linking this back to business objectives.

Financial analysis
Responsible for the preparation of financial analysis on the investment opportunities and suggest improvements to the business processes.

Team support
Responsible to represent finance in the team designated with and provide the support required and work in project teams with other disciplines and obtain others' commitment and support for improvement on the processes.

You are expected to have a Degree or Higher in Finance as well as recognised accounting qualification with 7-10 finance experience in FMCG, retail and/or consumer durables.
English main language in this role but understanding of Arabic advantage.
Your must have worked internationally and able to commit for at least a year!

Key Accountabilities

1. Consumer need segment planning
Develop and ensure implementation of the consumer need segment planning for sustainable profitable growth of the segment.

2. Consumer insights
Identify and understand consumer needs for the assigned need segment through research, to develop strong value added concepts for the portfolio.

3. Advertising and promotion
Ensure the development of effective advertising and promotional approaches for the needs segment and products, based on consumer insights, and evaluate effectiveness of the investments to optimize expenditures.

4. Product innovation
Generate and evaluate ideas for product improvements and new products, based on consumer insights, market opportunities, competitor analysis and technological opportunities, in order to improve existing products and to launch new ones.

5. Forecasting
Coordinate with Supply Chain and Sales for an accurate and reliable rolling sales forecast, on base of the demand planning for the consumer need segment, to ensure timely product availability.

6. KPI's
Analyze and manage key KPI's for the assigned consumer need segment, in order to measure marketing effectiveness and take corrective actions when required.

7. Pricing
Set and review consumer pricing and apply effective pricing strategies in cooperation with Sales and Trade Marketing, to ensure optimal profits.

For this position you will b expected to have marketing degree with 5-10 year experience in marketing preferably in FMCG. English is the main language but understanding of Arabic is an advantage
Your must have worked internationally and able to commit for at least a year!

Key responsibilities would include;

Business and Strategic Partner
• Partner with the business; understand the business plans and objectives. Prepare the Administrative, facility management, HSE and HR-administration plan along with the Promoters and ensure smooth and effective implementation with review mechanisms
• Design and device systems and processes, which positively impact the success and contribution of the employees while protecting the interests of the employee as well as the Company
• Develop strategic business policies and processes to meet the various needs of the Organisation in the UK.
• Implement and maintain strategic HR-SOP’s for various HR processes and systems.
• Be responsible for implementing installed HR systems to improve efficiency, especially in the areas of attendance, security, and absence and leave management

Talent Management
• Implement recruitment policies and conduct recruitment in line with UK legislation
• Implement and enhance the recruitment process. Preparing position profiles, sourcing candidates through various sources, reviewing applicants, arranging and conducting interviews, assisting in finalizing candidates, making offers and acceptances, reference checks and organizing various employee engagement processes.
• Ensure smooth Pre-joining, Induction and Orientation for new hires.
• Explore various internal and external sources of recruitment. Establish and maintain relationships with employment agencies, universities and others
• Participate in and Lead the Global Talent Management programme for the Organisation within UK

Talent Development
• Manage the training and development process for employees based on business and individual needs.
• Identifying, organizing and coordinating for various training and development courses for employees. Maintain training and development records.

Talent Performance Management and Career Planning
• Implement the performance management system. Manage the Performance evaluation and review cycles
• Plan for the Career development of the employees based on the performance, potential and interests of the employees. Talent Compensation, Benefits and Policies
• Participation in salary surveys, collation of market data, analysis and recommendations
• Manage merit increases, promotions, transfers and redundancy
• Design, review and implement the various employee benefits and policies. Develop and maintain up-to-date Employee Handbook. Create awareness of benefit entitlement and updates as and when changes occur. Coordinate the resolution of specific policy-related and procedural problems and inquiries
• Identify and liaise with internal & external agencies related to HR matters and policies.
• Employee Engagement, Disciplinary and Grievance Handling
• Provide advice, assistance and follow-up on company policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Confidential advice to internal 'customers' in relation to problems at work
• Establish and execute a disciplinary and grievance handling mechanism

HR Administration and Employee Data
• Recommend, develop and maintain human resource databases, computer software systems, and manual filing systems.
• Proper entry, storage, security and use of employee personal data
• Develop and recommend operating policy and procedural improvements.
• Attendance and Leave Management of the employees and coordination with payroll for salary payouts

Others
• Be responsible for Health and safety issues, create a safe work environment for employees, equal opportunity work – place.
• Give administrative guidance and advice to employees, line managers, senior management, board as required.
• Be responsible for company chauffeurs, cars, permits, taxes, insurance claims, etc.
• Manage company phones

If you feel you are suitable for this role, then please do send us your CV

The Role:

- advising clients on good practice approaches to defining reporting frameworks and KPIs to accurately and efficiently measure the performance of their organisation;
· demonstrating knowledge of client decision-making and support processes and key client business drivers;
· understanding industry context;
· supporting the delivery of key transformation projects using SAP BI and or BO as the technology enabler to provide Business Intelligence and reporting solutions;
· define data architectures and the integration of data models between SAP and non-SAP systems;
· leading client requirements gathering/analysis workshops;
· leading the design and configuration of SAP BI and BO solutions;
· assisting in the development of client bids.

The Person:
-Relevant experience in or around Enterprise Performance Management, reporting and KPI setting;
· Excellent and detailed exposure to reporting tools - SAP BI and BO;
· 3+ full implementation lifecycles;
· Qualified/Part Qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA would be an advantage;
· Relevant industry or consulting experience;
· Minimum 2.1 degree or equivalent;
· Some client engagements may require extensive travel

Operating across 3 business areas including Enterprise Performance Management, Finance Systems and Finance Advisory, with a vast portfolio of implementation propositions that cover Oracle, SAP, and IBM, a new opportunity has come up for Junior and Senior Consultant to join our client and help develop their EPM practice, specifically focusing on IBM Cognos BI8, IBM Cognos Controller, IBM Cognos Planning and/or IBM Cognos TM1.

Requirements
Consulting with all levels of business The candidate will be comfortable in front of the finance business and IT and will be heavily involved in the full life cycle of an EPM project starting with the initial design of the performance framework through to the implementation of the supporting technology.
· Requirements of the role will include:
· Solution design
· Aligning executive and management information requirements to corporate strategy
· Business case definition of approach and preparation
· Coordination and documentation of internal processes
· Implementing Enterprise Performance Management system's standard processes
· Development of process training material
· Production configuration and hand-over
· Requirements gathering/analysis workshops
· Coordinating pre- and post-go live activities
To successfully fulfil all aspects of this role, the Ideal candidates will have experience of IBM Cognos BI8, IBM Cognos Controller, IBM Cognos Planning and/or IBM Cognos TM1 from a technical and advisory perspective. Working knowledge of other Performance Management Vendors such as SAP or Oracle will also prove highly advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for an IBM Cognos Business Intelligence consultant to develop their career into performance management

Our client, a leading a well known international company, are looking to recruit a Business Analyst to join their existing team in Belfast on a fixed term contract.

The Business Analyst works with stakeholders to analyse, review, define and document business requirements, functions and processes identifying potential options. They will assist the business in the production of business cases that quantify potential business benefits. The BA will work with the business to create financial/benefit models and define test and acceptance criteria. The role will also support the work of the Quality Manager who has responsibility for environment management and testing.

The Role:

• Business IT/Strategy
• Business Change Analysis
• Projects and Programmes
• Analysis
• Supplier Management
• Risk Management

The Person:

• Degree Qualified
• At least 3 years experience as a Business or Technical Analyst
• Experience in dealing with senior business users determining technology requirements and priorities as well as resolving issues
• Strong experience of working with large scale, high volume, real-time web based applications and infrastructures
• Ability to communicate requirements using UML (Unified Modelling Language)
• Experience with Visio or other diagramming or modelling tools
• Good analytical skills (including knowledge of analytical methods, techniques and tools)
• Strong understanding of methods and techniques for preparing and presenting business cases, invitations to tender and statements of requirements both orally and in writing
• Strong systems and data analysis skills
• Aptitude for and experience of IT and systems innovation and exploitation
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and written
• Ability to understand and communicate “Big Picture” ideas in the context of specific project requirements
• Good commercial awareness

If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the button below.

For more information on this role, please contact Myles McKeown at the DP Group quoting reference number DPMM129/12 on 02890 500 883.

Consultant - Technical Project Manager

Our client a leading management consultancy firm has an opportunity for a Technical Project Manager to join their expanding centre of excellence in Northern Ireland.

The Role:
• Manage large scale IT transformation delivery projects
• Understand client strategy and requirements, ensuring successful delivery into IT solutions
• Work on-site with clients to provide high quality advice and deliverables
• Demonstrate proficiency in programme and project planning
• Manage technical teams
• Manage client engagements
• Understand and apply best practice risk management approaches
• Clearly convey information to engage the audience, listening effectively, negotiating with and influencing others
The Person:

Essential Criteria:
• Third level educational qualification or relevant industry experience
• Project management experience in a complex IT environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Track record of successful delivery of IT projects using traditional and/or Agile methodologies
• Exposure and experience of all aspects of SDLC
• Ability to work with senior stakeholders, client technical teams and third party suppliers
• Demonstrate experience of a comprehensive variety of project control approaches
• People Management – Leading and mentoring team members
• Knowledge sharing – taking the opportunity to learn and transfer knowledge to colleagues and the practice.
Desirable Criteria:

• Prince II qualified
• Knowledge of MSP

For full details on this exciting position please call Stephen Ingram on 02890500883 quoting job reference DPSI122/12, alternatively please email a copy of your up to date CV on the link provided.

Our client is a cutting edge manufacturing organisation based in Craigavon, and an Investor in People organisation. There is currently an exciting opportunity to recruit for a Software Developer role.

The Role:

• To undertake training on core software development techniques and develop skills and abilities in line with the company’s competency framework.
• This role covers all aspects of technical software development work relating to new and existing software systems, ranging from analysis, and technical/operational support.
• Contributing to the investigation and documentation of user requirements with support from the software development team.
• Technical software development of new and existing systems from analysis design, coding and testing, under supervision.
• Documenting new systems and creating/updating standard operating procedures.
• Writing user manuals and guides.
• Assisting with the training of users on new enhanced systems.
• Contributing to software development, including generating new ideas for business solutions and brain storming.

The Person:

• HNC qualified or equivalent, in an IT related discipline .
• Programming/coding skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Good problem solving skills
• Full driving licence is essential as is the flexibility to travel to other sites around Northern Ireland.
If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the button below.

For more information on this role please contact Laura Gargan at the DP Group quoting reference number DPLG127/12 on 02890 500 883.

Our client is a leading worldwide manufacturer of electrical products with operations across the globe.

Due to continued growth there is currently a requirement for a Network Administrator x2 in their Dunleer Branch.

Overview

The role reports to the Group Network Manager and who has responsibility for all strategic/tactical decisions regarding network implementation.

Key Operational Responsibilities
• Planning and implementation of Network Architecture across the group, including configuration and support of VPN tunnels.
• A strong understanding of Cisco routers and firewalls as well as IP routing is essential, with a Cisco Certification desirable.
• Negotiation of licensing and support contracts with IT suppliers
• Approving the specification of IT purchases across the group
• Disaster Recovery planning and testing. The Group has a DR site in Santry, Co. Dublin.
• Maintaining the Active Directory structure across the group network (Ireland & UK).
• The ongoing support of 15 servers in the Computer Room in Dunleer.
• The ongoing support of Win2003/Win2008 servers at Group Sites in Ireland, UK and Worldwide.
• Backup Administration
• Anti-virus Administration
• Email & Internet Administration
• Helpdesk Administration
• Software Licence Administration
• IT Asset Management Administration
• Support of Polycom Video Conference Equipment on sites across the group
• General WinXP/Win 7 Desktop Support
Qualifications:
• A degree level qualification or higher in a relevant discipline.
Required:
• 3 years experience within a relevant technical role.
• A minimum of 2 years experience within a similar role.
Desired
• Cisco or Microsoft Certifications.
Attributes/Skills
• Working knowledge of Server Hardware, Windows Server 2003/2008, Active Directory, Exchange and Cisco networking
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to engage effectively at all levels
• A high degree of flexibility
• A flair for technology and an enthusiastic approach to how technology can add value to the workplace.
• A current driver’s license and own transport is required
For more information on this exciting opportunity, please contact Myles McKeown at The DP Group on 02890 500 883 quoting reference number DPMM101/12 or send your CV via the Apply Now button below.

Our client a prestigious IT services company is seeking to make an appointment for an experienced Deal Architect. The successful individual will be responsible for shaping and developing specific complex solutions for major Outsourcing and Managed Services opportunities. Working to the highest levels of your commercial ability you will shape the overall commercial proposition incorporating IT Services, products, Service Management, processes and people.

The Role:

• To pursue specific opportunities within a sector development plan.
• To manage the entire major deal process – manage the customer relationship and be the prime interface to the sales channel in terms of sales strategy, contact strategy and progress against the plan
• To take a lead on Programme structure and Governance
• To lead on Stakeholder Management throughout the full pursuit
• To lead the deal shaping and structure of the right commercial / contractual framework
• To obtain all relevant inputs and provide leadership to the wider bid team in the specific business opportunities and sub-sections of a bid he/she owns.

The Person:

• Business/management qualification or equivalent job experience.
• Vision to shape a deal along with a good strategic head and the ability to secure profitable new business on long-term contracts.
• A skilled and experienced negotiator able to quickly build effective relationships, with senior, key influential external decision makers, i.e. IT Directors, Business Unit Heads, HR Directors and Finance Directors.
• Expert grasp of the technology and technical solutions available to drive commercial benefits.
• Commercially astute to drive the commercial case and the deal negotiations to deliver win-win benefits over the contract term for the business and the customer.
• Familiar with an agenda of Business Change and Organisational Transformation.
• A track record in Innovation and Technology Enablement for business benefits.
• Familiar with key Outsourcing & IT Managed Service principles.

This is an exciting opportunity with real career potential and opportunity to network at a senior level.

This job commands a very strong base salary, benefits package and bonus potential.


For a completely confidential discussion on this opportunity please contact Stephen Ingram, Recruitment Director on 02890 500883 or simply submit your CV on the link provided quoting Job Reference DPSI96/12. Your initial interest will not be forwarded to our client without your express permission.

Our client is a leading worldwide manufacturer of electrical products with operations across the globe.

Sites in the UK and Ireland produce many recognisable household brands.

Due to continued growth there is currently a requirement for a Group Network Manager in their Dunleer Office.

The Role:

• Responsible for all recommendation and implementation of all strategic/tactical decisions regarding network infrastructure.
• Planning and implementation of Network Architecture across the group, including configuration and support of VPN tunnels.
• Management of a team of 3-4 Network Administrators.
• Negotiation of licensing and support contracts with IT Suppliers.
• Approving the specification of IT purchases across the group.
• Maintaining the Active Directory structure across the group network (Ireland & UK).
• The ongoing support of Win2003/Win2008 servers at Group Sites in Ireland, UK and Worldwide.
• Backup Administration.
• Anti-virus Administration.

The Person:

• A degree level qualification or higher in a relevant discipline.
• 6 years experience within a relevant technical role.
• A minimum of 3 years experience within a similar role.
• A strong understanding of Cisco routers and firewalls as well as IP routing is essential, with a Cisco Certification desirable.
• Working knowledge of Server Hardware, Windows Server 2003/2008, Active Directory, Exchange and Cisco networking.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to engage effectively at all levels
• A high degree of flexibility.
• A flair for technology and an enthusiastic approach to how technology can add value to the workplace.
• A current drivers’ license and own transport is required.


If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the button below.

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please contact Stephen Ingram at The DP Group on 02890 500 883 quoting reference number DPSI94/12 or send your CV via the Apply Now button below.

Our client, a leading a well known international company, are looking to recruit an IT Support Analyst (German Speaking) to join their existing team in Belfast.

The Support Analyst is responsible for handling requests and providing operational first and second line technical support to all customers within the business, but predominantly for the German Offices.

The Role:

• Work closely with Support Team Leaders (Germany and Belfast) to deliver an efficient and effective service.
• Works with other Service Management Teams to ensure a seamless approach to support and security across applications and infrastructure.
• Interacting with internal customers and external clients to deliver appropriate levels of service; prioritising accordingly.

The Person:

• Fluent in German and English
• Clear verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain technical instructions in a non-technical way
• Knowledge of Service Desk operations, to include a good knowledge of IT best practice, industry trends and customer service.
• Expected to have an understanding of all technologies used by the business, working practices and active working experience and understanding of the core applications.
• Proven experience in a customer facing role. Proven experience within an IT Support/Service Desk environment.
• Experience with Axios Assyst Service Desk application and Aspect Automatic Call Distribution (ACD) system.
• ITIL Foundation (Desirable)
• Other language skills desirable (French, Spanish, Italian)

If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the button below.

For more information on this role, please contact Myles McKeown at the DP Group quoting reference number DPMM95/12 on 02890 500 883.

Our client is a cutting edge manufacturing organisation based in Craigavon, and an Investor in People organisation. There is currently an exciting opportunity to recruit for a Software Developer role.

The Role:

• To undertake training on core software development techniques and develop skills and abilities in line with the company’s competency framework.
• This role covers all aspects of technical software development work relating to new and existing software systems, ranging from analysis, and technical/operational support.
• Contributing to the investigation and documentation of user requirements with support from the software development team.
• Technical software development of new and existing systems from analysis design, coding and testing, under supervision.
• Documenting new systems and creating/updating standard operating procedures.
• Writing user manuals and guides.
• Assisting with the training of users on new enhanced systems.
• Contributing to software development, including generating new ideas for business solutions and brain storming.

The Person:

• HNC qualified or equivalent, in an IT related discipline .
• Programming/coding skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Good problem solving skills
• Full driving licence is essential as is the flexibility to travel to other sites around Northern Ireland.
If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the button below.

For more information on this role please contact Laura Gargan at the DP Group quoting reference number DPLG87/12 on 02890 500 883.

This is a unique opportunity to break into Consulting, within an established big 4 firm. You will have the chance to develop your expertise in IT strategy and advisory, as well as in delivery and implementation as you work on a range of projects in cross-functional teams. A consulting background is not essential, as you can broaden your experience, and boost your marketability, in an environment that offers exceptional learning and development opportunities.

Experience Required:
• Demonstrable knowledge of one of the following:
o Designing and developing ETL routines using recognised ETL tools
o Experience of the business intelligence delivery lifecycle from defining BI Strategy to implementing a reporting and analysis system
• Proven ability to deliver in either of the below in the private or public sectors:
o Business Intelligence and reporting projects
• Experience in defining and implementation methodologies in one of the below:
o Complex data marts and warehouses, using mainstream database technologies
o Master Data Management processes technologies
o Reporting and Analysis
• Relevant recent experience of at least one of the below:
o Undertaking Data Quality assessments and implementing solutions to deliver improvements
o Reviewing an organisations overall data architecture and defining/implementing a roadmap for improvement
o Cognos Enterprise Planning around finance related projects
o Cognos 8 BI application
o SAS, SPSS
o Oracle ERP
o Hyperion Financial Management
o Qualified/part qualified ACA/CIMA.ACCA would be advantageous

• A graduate degree or equivalent project experience
• Good commercial awareness
• Full travel mobility
For further details on this exciting opportunity please call Stephen Ingram on 02890 500883 or alternatively submit your CV quoting reference number DP 2744 to the link as instructed.

IT Sourcing Consultants

How would you like to gain experience working as part of a growing Technology Consulting team?
Although home office location is Belfast, you may be required to work on projects in the middle Middle East
This is a fantastic chance to gain exposure to some of our client’s largest range of international client projects.
You'll get an opportunity to live and work abroad for a period of time, get regular trips back to NI to your base office in Belfast, while earning fantastic money into the bargain!

Requirements:
• Third Level Degree Qualification essential – preferably in an ICT related subject;
• Minimum of 2 years experience within a consultancy, ICT service provider or in an ICT project delivery environment;
• Strong business acumen – understanding of the one of the following market sectors/industries: Public Sector, Financial Services or Utilities;
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, deal with change and react/redirect plans accordingly;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required – demonstrated ability to communicate across all levels within the organization;
Desirable Requirements:
Experience in any of the following is highly desirable:
• ICT Strategy, ICT Sourcing & ICT Effectiveness;
• Enterprise Architecture & Information Security;
• Data and Information Management;
• Business Intelligence; and implementation of business solutions based on Oracle Financials. Oracle HR, Oracle Workflow.
Responsibilities:
• Manage client engagements and deliver best solutions for clients
• Build and support existing client relationships
• Work on building and rolling out new value propositions for clients;
• Prepare client proposals, tenders and reports on an ongoing basis;
For full details on this exciting position please call Laura Gargan on 02890500883 quoting job reference DPLG52/12, alternatively please email a copy of your up to date cv on the link provided.

Our client, a leading ICT services organisation is looking to recruit a Senior Systems Administrator to join their existing team in Co. Antrim.
The Role:
Maintain the overall health of the managed service infrastructure. Windows 2003/2008 Server installation and administration. Active Directory and exchange maintenance and administration. Security and threat management. Patch and upgrade testing and deployment.

The Person:

Required Knowledge and Experience (of 5 or more of the following)
• Advanced design experience of a Windows 2003/2008 enterprise environment detailing AD, Exchange, SAN and DR.
• Advanced Microsoft Windows 2003/2008 Server administration experience in a large multi-site, enterprise environment including a detailed understanding of Enterprise Active Directory, Group Policy and Patch Management.
• Enterprise backup software design, installation and support.
• Antivirus and threat management software installation and support (Ideally Symantec).
• Design, managing and configuring Microsoft Exchange Server (2003, 2007 & 2010).
• Experience of managing and configuring Microsoft SQL Server (2005 or 2008)
• Design experience of managing and maintaining VMware Virtual Infrastructure
• Design experience of SAN management (Ideally EMC and EVA)
• Design, installation and configuration of System Centre Configuration Manager

Desired Knowledge and Experience
• MCITP (Windows 2008)
• MCSA or MCSE (2003)
• Experience of managing and maintaining Dell Server and Storage hardware
• Experience of system lifecycle management (Tivoli or Altiris)
• Experience of a major scripting language (PERL, Powershell etc.)
• Managing and configuring content filtering servers and appliances (Ironport, Websense, Bluecoat etc.)
• Experience managing servers in a Citrix environment
• Compuware Experience
• Dell Management Console
• Blade/Enclosure experience (Ideally Dell hardware)

If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the link provided.

For more information on this role please contact Laura Gargan at the DP Group quoting reference number DPLG115/12 on 02890 500 883.

Our client, a leading ICT services organisation is looking to recruit a Senior Systems Administrator to join their existing team in Co. Antrim.
The Role

Maintain the overall health of the virtual infrastructures. Assist in VMware design, installation and support. Assist in the design and implementation of VMware virtual infrastructure DR procedures.

The Person
Essential Knowledge and Experience
• Experience of design, management and maintenance of a VMware Virtual Infrastructure
• Experience of vCenter Server Site Recovery Manager (SRM) and vCenter Server Charge Back
• Advanced design experience of SAN and networking best practices and methodologies for VMware virtual infrastructures
• Advanced knowledge of Virtual infrastructure backup methodologies.
• Experience in Virtual machine deployment.
• Experience in server virtualization (P2V, V2V)
• Experience in supporting and maintaining enterprise virtual environments
• Experience of a Windows 2003/2008 enterprise environment detailing AD, Exchange, SAN and DR.
• Microsoft Windows 2003/2008 Server administration experience in a large multi-site, enterprise environment including a detailed understanding of Enterprise Active Directory, Group Policy and Patch Management.
Desired Knowledge and Experience
• VMware VTSP 4.0
• VMware VCP 4.0
• MCITP (Windows 2008)
• MCSA or MCSE (2003)
• Experience of managing and maintaining IBM, HP and Dell Server and Storage hardware
• vSphere ESX/ESXi 4.x deployment
If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the link provided.
For more information on this role please contact Laura Gargan at the DP Group quoting reference number DPLG116/12 on 02890 500 883.

Our client, a leading a well known international company, are looking to recruit an Application Packaging Support Analyst to join their existing team in Belfast.


The Global Service Management Team is responsible for the 3rd line support of all the client’s global infrastructure, devices and applications, assisting regional support teams as required.

The successful candidate’s primary role will be to package PC based software for distribution globally.

The Role:
• The team is responsible for the development of a common workstation and Citrix-operating system environment and the configuration of all end user devices. This includes the packaging and integration of all system and application components.
• Providing 3rd line support for the timely resolution of incidents and problems
• Executing regular maintenance and monitoring tasks.
Maintain desktop and Citrix applications including:
• Release and configuration management
• Design, development and maintenance of application packages using Wise Package Studio and Installshield
• Visual Basic scripting skills
• Active Directory and Group Policies
• Microsoft Office Suite in an Enterprise environment
• SCCM desktop system management and distribution
The Person:
• Detailed practical knowledge of the operation and maintenance of IT infrastructure and services within a Microsoft technology environment
• Minimum A Level standard education (or equivalent)
• Accreditation in relevant technologies – preferred
• ITIL foundation – preferred
• Experience in tools such as Wise and Ice
• Technical expert within the discipline and excellent all-round technologist
• Minimum 2/3 years IT experience with at least 1 years experience in a 3rd line role supporting a number of the technologies listed above
• Experience working within the professional services sector with an appreciation of the demands placed on support teams by the business
If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the button below.

For more information on this role please contact Myles McKeown at the DP Group quoting reference number DPMM55/12 on 02890 500 883.

This is a unique opportunity to break into Consulting, within an established big 4 firm. You will have the chance to develop your expertise in IT strategy and advisory, as well as in delivery and implementation as you work on a range of projects in cross-functional teams. A consulting background would be advantageous but not essential, as you can broaden your experience, and boost your marketability, in an environment that offers exceptional learning and development opportunities.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate in-depth experience of several of the following:
• Project Management;
• Direct involvement in the implementation of IT projects;
• Reviewing IT systems and services and designing improvements;
• IT business case development;
• Business and IT requirements analysis, including output-based specification;
• Systems procurement;
• Enterprise content management;
• Business intelligence;
• Outsourcing and shared services.

Successful candidates are likely to have:

• A recent employment track record within the IT industry;
• A strong track record of project work within the Public Sector; and
• Experience of proposal writing and business development.


For further details on this exciting opportunity please call Stephen Ingram on 02890 500883 or alternatively submit your CV quoting reference number DPSI67/12 to the link as instructed.

Consulting - CRM Functional Consultants

Our client a leading management consultancy firm has opportunities for Consultants to step into a CRM consultant role within our clients Technology Centre of Excellence practice. We would like to hear from experienced CRM functional consultants with knowledge of various CRM Applications.
Candidates with other functional consultant experience in SAP CRM, Salesforce.com, MS Dynamics CRM and Oracle Siebel would be welcomed.

This is a virtual team with staff located across the UK. There is a requirement for the individual to be mobile in terms of travel as business needs require.

About the role
Service Delivery
• Lead large scale CRM projects and assignments;
• Studying and documenting current business processes and procedures;
• Work on-site with clients to provide high quality advice and deliverables;
• Constructing As-is and To-Be documentation; Mapping and GAP analysis; Configuration Documentation; and
• Manage client engagements and ensure that we deliver the best solutions for clients.
Business Development
• Build existing client relationships and support operations to add to current client portfolio;
• Help prepare client proposals, tenders and reports on an ongoing basis; and
• Work on building and rolling out new CRM value propositions for our clients.
Knowledge Share
• Actively transfer expertise and knowledge to other consultants;
• Contribute to enrichment of the organisations knowledge bases; and
• Provide training to other members of the team as and when required.
People Management
• Take operational responsibility for project team members;
• Support and mentor junior consultants; and
• Deliver appraisals and project reviews.




Requirements
Essential skills:
• Third level educational qualification;
• Excellent leadership skills;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Full life cycle CRM systems implementation;
• Oracle functional design experience and consulting experience;
• Project management experience in a complex environment;
• Ability to work with senior stakeholders; and
• Track record of oracle CRM implementation experience either as team member or team leader.
Desirable skills:
• Experience in Oracle Fusion CRM
• Previous experience of other CRM system implementations (e.g SAP, Salesforce, Chordiant, MS Dynamics CRM);
• Demonstrates experience of engaging with client to assess business issues and shape client vision, and delivery approach;
• Demonstrates an understanding of the market / industry for CRM systems and ability to identify new business opportunities;
• Effective communicator. Demonstrates experience of leading client teams and engaging client on delivery issues and experience of communication activities such as Conference Room Pilots, and workshops.
Please note the DP Group is acting as a recruitment agency for this role and only those applicants who meet the essential criteria will be considered.
For more information and a full job spec please contact Stephen Ingram on 028 90500883 quoting Job Reference DPSI58/12 or alternatively send your CV to us using the link.

Our client, a well known international organisation, is looking to recruit a Citrix and Desktop Infrastructure Support Analyst to join their existing team in Belfast.

The Global Service Management Team is responsible for the 3rd line support of all the client’s global infrastructure, devices and applications, assisting regional support teams as required.

The successful candidate will be accountable for supporting and maintaining the following areas:

• Access layer – including the Citrix access layer and associated ecosystem e.g. RSA SsecurID, web interface, provisioning server and Citrix gateways.
• End point architecture – including desktops, laptops and thin clients both firm and customer owned.

Providing 3rd line support and maintenance in the following areas:

• Global Citrix Application Delivery Platform (GCADP) including:
o Citrix XenApp for virtual hosted applications
o Citrix XenDesktop for virtual hosted applications
o Use of Citrix provisional server and virtualisation technology to provide the global service and;
o XenApp applications streaming services
o XenClient

A global remote access solution to provide access to the GCADP, including:
o Citrix Gateway (CSG, CAG and Netscaler)
o Web Interface and
o RSA SecurID
o Citrix Receiver

The Person:

• Minimum 2/3 years IT experience with at least 1 years experience in a 3rd line role supporting a number of the technologies that are listed above.
• Minimum A Level standard (or equivalent)
• Accreditation in relevant technologies – preferred
• ITIL Foundation – Preferred
• Experience working within the professional services sector with an appreciation of the demands placed on support teams by the business
• Experience of working in an ITIL environment
• Strong organisational skills with a proven track record in a challenging support department
• Commitment to rapidly resolve incidents using a logical and structured approach to problem solving
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure
• An enthusiasm and passion for technology.


If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the link provided.

For more information on this role please contact Myles McKeown at the DP Group quoting reference number DPMM120/12 on 02890 500 883.

Our client, a leading ICT services organisation is looking to recruit a SAP Basis Consultant to join their existing team in Co. Antrim on a fixed term contract.
The Role:
Experience in SAP implementation projects, upgrades or SAP application support.
Specific experience in the following type areas:

• Backup & recovery strategy & implementation & testing.
• Change management & Transport control.
• Client management & copies.
• Management of OSS notes.
• Database administration.
• Database & kernel upgrades

Responsibilities
Disaster recovery testing . Monitor backup, restore and system copies
Schedule and monitor client copies
Ensure all required technical configuration including RFC, ALE, instance profile etc is up to date
Perform basic OS & database administration tasks
Identify system errors using SAP standard transactions and manage issue resolution
Maintain OSS connection and open connections to SAP when required
Manage the application of OSS notes, SAP Support Packs, Database patches and upgrades
Perform system performance monitoring

The Person:
Essential Knowledge and Experience
2 years minimum in SAP Basis role
Certified in SAP Basis/mySAP Technology
SAP implementation / upgrade experience
Knowledge of UNIX / DB2 / Windows / Oracle server and storage technologies / backup technologies
Desired Knowledge and Experience
Duties & Responsibilities 2-3 years of experience in SAP BASIS
If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the link provided.
For more information on this role please contact Laura Gargan at the DP Group quoting reference number DPLG117/12 on 02890 500 883.

Our client, a leading ICT services organisation is looking to recruit a Systems Engineer (Contract) to join their existing team in Co. Antrim.
The Role:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the migration of existing infrastructure applications onto a new virtual hardware platform based on Windows 2008;

• Assist with the implementation, configuration and support of new virtualised platform based on VMware and Windows 2008;

• Assist in the planning and implementation of the testing for the new infrastructure components migrated;

• When not working on the W2K8 project, assist the team in the support of existing Data Centre infrastructure and systems;

• Work as part of a large infrastructure support and project team under the direction of Senior Management and Project Managers;

The Person:

Essential experience/knowledge:

• Must have experience of VMWare, Microsoft Windows 2003/2008, SAN technologies and other common enterprise level infrastructure hardware and software;

• Should have good communication and planning skills.

Desirable (but not essential) experience/knowledge:

• Should have experience of project environments and processes;

If you are interested in this role please submit a detailed CV which should demonstrate clearly how you meet the above criteria, including your salary expectations, to the link provided.

For more information on this role please contact Laura Gargan at the DP Group quoting reference number DPLG118/12 on 02890 500 883.

Our client requires talented Analytics Developers to work as part of a leading edge analytics team based in Belfast.
The Role:
Description of role

As an Analytics Developer, you will be primarily focused on client projects, using technical skills to deliver innovative solutions as part of a team of 5-10 developers and business analysts. Your primary responsibilities will be:

• To develop/enhance software components that meet the quality and architectural standards agreed for the team, including the documentation and implementation of unit test plans, scripts and test harnesses.
• Analyse business / technology requirements and works with the team in recommending technical alternatives for issues or changes including temporary workarounds.
• Participation in Incident Management (as required) and assisting with solution troubleshooting from a technical perspective
• Perform unit testing and facilitate resolution of issues identified during integration, regression or UAT.
• Adhering to development standards, procedures and best practices including documentation of configuration changes.
• To help improve the way the team works.
• To learn from and provide support to other members of team.

Key areas of focus include:
• Predictive analytics applications.
• Web-based analytics and decision-support solutions.
• Relational databases, SQL, ETL technologies.
• OLAP databases and business modelling solutions.
• Enterprise analytics platforms such as IBM Business Analytics, SAP Business Objects, SAS Business Analytics, etc,
• Data exploration solutions such as Qlikview, Tableau, Tibco Spotfire, etc.
• Data management packages such as Ab Initio, MS SQL Server, Informatica, IBM InfoSphere, etc.
The Person:
Essential Criteria
• All candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK
• A good graduate degree (1st or Upper Second) from a reputable university, preferably in an numerical or computational discipline
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• At least 3 year's recent experience delivering solutions involving one or more of the following:


o Business Intelligence solutions;
o Data mining or predictive analytics solutions; or
o Data driven solutions.
• Knowledge of enterprise application design patterns.
• Developing solutions on a range of technologies.
• Experience of working in a project-based environment, liaising with customers throughout the entire systems delivery lifecycle.
• Experience in one or more of the following functional areas:
o Solution architecture;
o Business intelligence / enterprise performance management;
o Application design;
o Application development and configuration; and / or
o Release Management.

Desirable Skills
• Knowledge and experience of following Agile/Lean processes and practices such as Scrum and test driven development.
• Experience of test automation and continuous integration.
• Experience of user centric design.
• Experience of streamlining configuration management.
• Awareness of analytical, data mining or predictive technologies such as SPSS or SAS.
For full job information and a confidential discussion please contact either Laura Gargan or Stephen Ingram at The DP Group quoting Job Reference DPSI124/12.

Software Developers-Career defining opportunities

We are working on behalf of a major Business Consulting client. They have just confirmed exceptional opportunities within a growing service line with a number of roles available for Software Developers at all levels


These are career furthering roles based in their Belfast based National Solution Centre with the opportunity to work with blue chip clients across various industry sectors on cutting edge enterprise systems.

The Opportunity
Our client requires talented developers to work as part of a leading edge development team. The use of innovative approaches to systems delivery has allowed our client to build a reputation of delivering high quality systems which solve complex business problems. Their teams:
• Have a deep understanding of the business domains they operate in, allowing them to understand the client's problem rather than simply working to specification
• Are focused on delivering the highest quality solutions using techniques like test driven development and continuous integration
• Are highly collaborative, working closely with clients and end users
• Are skilled in the use of innovative tools and techniques such as user centric design and Agile/Lean processes
• Are supported by our clients commitment to invest in its people through a structured training programme, allowing developers to take their technical skills to the next level
• Work in an environment where self-development, learning and knowledge sharing is actively encouraged as part of the day-to-day work of the team

Job Description
As a developer, you will be primarily focused on client projects, using technical skills to deliver innovative solutions as part of a team of 5-10 developers and business analysts. Your primary responsibilities will be:
• To liaise with internal and/or client Business Analysts to interpret business requirements and create high quality technical specifications
• To develop software components that meet the quality and architectural standards agreed for the team, including the documentation and implementation of unit test plans, scripts and test harnesses
• To demonstrate or present delivered functionality to internal and/or client teams
• To work across the entire delivery lifecycle, including the identification and resolution of software defects during test execution phases
• To support effective configuration and release management of software delivered
• To develop and maintain expertise in best practice development methodologies and techniques, including new and emerging technologies
• To help improve the way the team works
• To learn from and provide support to other members of team

These roles will provide the opportunity to work in on complex systems and major programmes all in exiting technical environments.
• .Net and Java Enterprise Edition development
• Service Oriented Architectures
• Enterprise Application Integration
• Web/Portal Applications
• Relational databases, SQL, ETL technologies

Essential Criteria
• All candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK
• A good graduate degree (1st or Upper Second) from a reputable university, preferably in an IT-related discipline
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of enterprise application design patterns
• At least 3 year's recent experience developing solutions on either Java Enterprise Edition or Microsoft .net platform
• At least 1 year's recent experience operating in a Senior Developer role for a team developing solutions on either Java Enterprise Edition or Microsoft .net platform
• Experience of working in a project-based environment, liaising with customers throughout the entire systems delivery lifecycle
Experience designing entire or significant components of solutions involving one or more of the following:
• Service Oriented Architectures
• Web/Portal Applications
• eCommerce Solutions
• Trading Platforms
• Messaging technologies
• Relational databases, SQL, ETL technologies
Experience in one or more of the following functional areas:
• IT architecture
• Application design
• Application development and configuration
• Release Management

Desirable Skills
• Knowledge and experience of following Agile/Lean processes and practices such as Scrum and test driven development
• Experience of test automation and continuous integration
• Experience of user centric design
• Experience of streamlining configuration management
For full job information and a confidential discussion please contact either Laura Gargan or Stephen Ingram at The DP Group quoting Job Reference DPSI125/12