Oliver James

About the Company

We introduce talented people to great organisations so that both may grow and benefit from each other’s experiences, helping to fulfil their potential.

We understand that each client’s mix of people, culture, and objectives is unique, so our approach and solutions are flexible and adapted to each person, team, company, and situation.

Although your relationship with OJ is with your local consultant(s), their network, relationships, and knowledge of diverse local candidate pools are backed by those of their local permanent, contract, and temp team colleagues.

When working with international markets, we can access the market maps and relationships of the global OJ collective, giving you access to the best-suited talent in the market (not just the best talent available at that time).

As such, you can come to expect a consistently high level of service and delivery, placing up to C-suite talent in permanent and contract positions, as well as project-based consultancy and temp solutions worldwide from our 12 global locations.

Our current areas of specialisation include:

• Accountancy & Finance
• Technology
• Actuarial
• Risk & Compliance
• Transformation & Change Management
• Underwriting & Claims

Our additional services:

OJ Professionals | Flexible resourcing solutions across secondment, project-based sourcing and temp-to-perm recruitment | https://www.oliverjames.com/professionals

OJ Consulting | Unrivalled access to a network of highly qualified, contracting professionals across the world| https://www.oliverjames.com/consulting

OJ Executive | Specialising in senior, commercial appointments at the forefront of business transformation, technology, digital and data-driven delivery| https://www.oliverjames.com/exec

Work with OJ - https://www.oliverjames.com/work-with-oj

Work for OJ - https://workforus.oliverjames.com/

License number: Oliver James Associates - #63797 | OJ Consulting - #65136 | Astral - #65211

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Oliver James

Job Title

Senior Data-Driven Business Experience Lead (Investment Focus)

Job Description

**Job title** Senior Data-Driven Business Experience Lead (Investment Focus) **Role Summary** Lead data‑driven initiatives that enhance the investment customer journey. Own end‑to‑end analytics projects, create high‑impact Power BI dashboards, and translate complex data into actionable business insights for senior stakeholders. Work autonomously within an evolving BI team in an international investment environment. **Expactations** - Own the analytical lifecycle from data extraction to impact measurement. - Provide data‑based recommendations that influence investment strategy and client experience. - Deliver clear, evidence‑backed presentations to business leaders and cross‑functional teams. - Champion data quality, governance, and best practices within the organization. **Key Responsibilities** - Analyse personal banker and investment flow data to identify value‑adding opportunities. - Build and maintain enterprise Power BI dashboards for KPI monitoring and strategy optimization. - Query and validate data using SQL; formulate and test hypotheses, and challenge existing assumptions. - Interpret complex data sets and communicate findings using storytelling, visuals, and concise executive summaries. - Collaborate in agile settings with data, IT, and business partners to accelerate project delivery. - Contribute to the refinement of internal data models and document analytical solutions. **Required Skills** - 4–5 years of BI/data analytics experience, preferably in banking/financial services. - Advanced proficiency in Power BI and SQL; SAS experience is advantageous. - Strong analytical thinking with a focus on business impact and critical questioning of data. - Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to translate technical results into business terms. - Full professional fluency in English (knowledge of French or Dutch is a significant plus). - Proven ability to work independently on complex projects and drive results. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Finance, Economics, or a related field. - Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst or equivalent are desirable.

Brussels, Belgium

Hybrid

Senior

31-10-2025

Company Name

Oliver James

Job Title

Full Stack Developer – Vue.js / Java Spring Boot – Brussels

Job Description

Job title: Full Stack Developer – Vue.js / Java Spring Boot Role Summary: Collaborate on a 12‑month system migration project, designing, building, and maintaining web‑based applications that span legacy and modern environments. Focus on front‑end enhancements, back‑end integration, and API development while ensuring a seamless user and partner experience. Expectations: - Deliver full‑stack solutions using Vue.js on the front end and Java Spring/Spring Boot on the back end. - Integrate with Azure Kubernetes Services, Azure DevOps, and PostgreSQL databases. - Build and expose robust APIs and middleware to connect internal and partner systems. - Apply cloud‑native principles and maintain alignment with business goals through clear communication. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain user‑friendly front‑end features with Vue.js (experience with React.js preferred). - Build and secure back‑end services in Java using Spring/Spring Boot frameworks. - Deploy and manage containerized services on Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS). - Configure CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps for automated build, test, and release workflows. - Develop relational data models and queries in PostgreSQL; manage schema migrations. - Create, document, and test RESTful APIs, ensuring robust data exchange and reliability. - Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. - Support onboarding of new partners and integration of external systems through well‑defined APIs. - Participate in code reviews, maintain coding standards, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Required Skills: - Front‑end: Vue.js (fully functional); familiarity with React.js advantageous. - Back‑end: Java, Spring, Spring Boot. - DevOps/Cloud: Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS), Azure DevOps, CI/CD practices. - Database: PostgreSQL (schema design, query optimization). - Integration: API development, middleware, XML handling. - Additional: Cloud‑native development, PRINCE principles awareness. - Soft skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem‑solving, teamwork, effective communication, proactive, structured, quality‑driven. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience). - Certifications in Java/Spring, Azure DevOps, or cloud technologies are highly valued. ---

Brussels, Belgium

On site

02-11-2025

Company Name

Oliver James

Job Title

Salesforce Programme Manager – Investment Management

Job Description

**Job Title** Salesforce Programme Manager – Investment Management **Role Summary** Lead and manage end‑to‑end Salesforce programmes for an investment management client. Oversee multiple interrelated projects, ensuring delivery on schedule, within scope and budget while maintaining high governance and stakeholder alignment. **Expectations** * Deliver complex CRM/Salesforce initiatives across the implementation lifecycle. * Establish robust programme governance, controls, and reporting mechanisms. * Allocate and balance financial, human and technical resources across workstreams. * Build and sustain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. **Key Responsibilities** 1. Drive the planning, execution, monitoring and closure of multiple Salesforce projects. 2. Define programme governance structures, controls, risk management, and reporting. 3. Develop and manage programme budgets, forecasts and contingency plans. 4. Coordinate with Project Managers and cross‑functional teams to ensure integration and alignment. 5. Communicate programme status, risks and mitigations to senior leadership and stakeholders. **Required Skills** * Proven experience delivering Salesforce solutions in an investment‑management environment. * Strong program/portfolio management skills with ability to oversee simultaneous workstreams. * Expertise in Salesforce platform architecture, configuration and integration. * Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation abilities. * Budgeting, resource planning and risk management competency. * Familiarity with Agile/Scrum and conventional waterfall methodologies. **Required Education & Certifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems or related discipline. * Program management certification (PMP, Prince2, or equivalent) highly desirable. * Salesforce Administrator or higher Salesforce certification strongly preferred.

London, United kingdom

On site

05-11-2025

Company Name

Oliver James

Job Title

Delivery Architect, Salesforce Digital Servicing Platform

Job Description

Job title: Delivery Architect, Salesforce Digital Servicing Platform Role Summary: Lead the design, architecture, and delivery of a large‑scale Salesforce Digital Servicing Platform that supports multiple customer channels, including web, mobile, agent tools, contact center, and APIs. Use Salesforce Financial Services Cloud, Experience Cloud, Data Cloud, and Agentforce to deliver a best‑in‑class digital experience for employees, advisors, and customers. Expactations: - Define and maintain enterprise‑level Salesforce architecture across Financial Services Cloud, Experience Cloud, and related components. - Ensure solutions meet security, integration, and data governance standards. - Architect and guide complex workflows for policy servicing, claims management, and digital engagement. - Translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable technical solutions. - Mentor developers, admins, and consultants; elevate technical capability. - Oversee full lifecycle Salesforce programs, driving quality, scalability, and adoption. - Leverage Data Cloud for unified customer insights and Agentforce for intelligent automation. - Stay current with Salesforce releases and ecosystem advancements. Key Responsibilities: - Design end‑to‑end platform architecture and validate against enterprise standards. - Lead implementation of APIs, microservices, and messaging for integrated workflows. - Collaborate with business stakeholders to refine scope and technical plans. - Provide strategic guidance on Salesforce best practices and roadmap alignment. - Coach and develop technical teams, fostering skill growth and knowledge sharing. - Manage cross‑functional delivery teams and drive project execution. - Champion innovation initiatives and continuous improvement across the platform. Required Skills: - 10+ years of IT experience, 5+ in Salesforce architecture or senior technical leadership. - Extensive experience with Salesforce Financial Services Cloud and Experience Cloud. - Deep understanding of Salesforce data modeling, security, and integration (MuleSoft, API design). - Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architecture. - Strong technical leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management. - Analytical mindset for complex problem solving using data and logic. - Ability to align technology decisions with business strategy and outcomes. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. - Salesforce certifications (CTA, Application Architect, System Architect) strongly preferred. - Exposure to Data Cloud and Agentforce is a plus.

Houston, United states

Hybrid

Senior

04-11-2025