Graduate / Junior Technology Consultant

Birmingham
9 months ago
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Your new company

Our client is a large global accountancy and business advisory firm which operates in 167 countries with a network of 1600 offices worldwide. Their state-of-the-art office is located in the heart of Birmingham's business district, where they are looking to hire junior or graduate level professionals with a passion for starting a career within Birmingham's rapidly growing technology sector. Applicants with an interest but limited working experience are highly encouraged to apply if you have an interest in Software Development, Data Science or Analytics, Machine Learning, AI or Process Automation.

Your new role

In this role you will be working with clients outside of London who are at various stages of implementing new ERP systems. The role will involve you helping clients to complete ERP implementation projects, whether it be selection, process or design.Working with experienced professionals within technology and finance, you will get the opportunity to learn about technology implementation projects within the FinTech and VAT Tech sectors, working on a variety of projects with a variety of clients and often work on the clients' behalf, working with the implementer of the new ERP system. The role will involve supporting finance on all aspects of technology and advising the team on the technology aspects of the implementation, linking in with the business partners of technology and finance.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be an individual that is passionate about technology and displays a keen motivation to streamline and automate any process. No formal experience is required, but good qualifications and an enthusiastic and motivated personality are key.Qualifications in Computer Science / Engineering / Physics / Mathematics / Data Science / Data Engineering / Philosophy / subjects with elements of software qualifications are strongly preferred. An individual with a clear drive to deliver projects on time and to budget under tight deadlines is also required for these positions.

What you'll get in return
A flexible, agile working environment is offered alongside defined levels of promotions with a generous benefits package.
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