Job Description

LEARN MORE ABOUT US AND THE ROLE:Could you be our new Analyst/Programmer?


Do you have the imagination, drive and passion to deliver IT solutions?


We have a fantastic opportunity to join the ISD team at UK Greetings. The team are responsible for design, developing and maintaining the systems that meet our customer's needs whilst delivering operational continuity and drive efficiency across all areas of our businesses in the UK and in Australia.


This is a great opportunity for an experienced Developer or recent graduate with experience gained in business to join ISD and become a key part of our future.


This role involves working as an integral part of the software development team. The development environments will be Progress OpenEdge and SQL Server 2020 with opportunities for exposure to C# , Java & Xojo

Skills and Experience:

You are a graduate with an IT related degree and a proven track record for delivering solutions in a real world setting You are tenacious, a logical thinker who takes ownership of a problem and delivers a robust solution You are inquisitive with a strong technical aptitude, capable of learning new skills and concepts You are a good communicator, a collaborator capable of working as part of a team and on your own initiative You are a self starter, conscientious with a good work ethic Prior knowledge of Progress OpenEdge is advantageous but not necessary for the right person Prior knowledge of SQL, Xojo or Java is also advantageous

Key activities and responsibilities include:

You will work as a member of a small team and report into a Development Team Leader You will have the opportunity to work on projects that provide revenue opportunities & business efficiencies for UK Greetings and John Sands in Australia You will be involved in the full development lifecycle from requirements gathering, design, development and user acceptance testing You will have real opportunity to progress and to become a key component of the future of ISD

What's in it for you?

A hybrid working model to support work-life balance The opportunity to drive meaningful change and contribute to the growth of the Company. A supporting team environment where your ideas and input are valued



Ready for a new challenge? Apply today!
WHO WE ARE
We believe in making the world a more thoughtful and caring place by helping every person celebrate and create meaningful connections with our greeting cards and gift dressings - created for life's big events, special occasions and those "saw-this-and-thought-of-you" moments of life. Along with our sister Company John Sands, we're part of the American Greetings Corporation, one of the largest privately owned greeting card publishers in the world.



We are the largest direct to retail publisher of greeting cards in the UK - so you'll find our amazing products just about everywhere!



Here at UK Greetings we take pride in being an inclusive and diverse employer - we are dedicated and committed to building a culture where difference is valued and everyone is able to fulfil their potential at work regardless of their background.



Among the great benefits of working at UK Greetings are:


o Hybrid Working, work from home or at our Dewsbury headquarters
Employee Benefits Platform

Employee Referral Scheme

o Free onsite parking at Head Office sites

o Colleague Discount Shop

o Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme

o Leadership Apprentice Scheme opportunities, Levels 3, 5 and 7

o Online Doctor and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

o Employee Recognition scheme



So, if you feel like the role ticks all of the right boxes and you would love to be part of a talented team, you're in the right place!