Description First Derivative is driven by people, data, and technology, unlocking the value of insight, hindsight, and foresight to drive organizations forward. Counting many of the world's leading investment banks as clients, we help our clients navigate the data-driven, digital revolution that is transforming the financial services sector. Our global teams span across 15 offices serving clients across EMEA, North America and APAC. As an EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) company, a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services, we deliver advanced financial services solutions by empowering operational insights, driving innovation, and enabling more effective risk management in an increasingly data-centric world. Together with EPAM, we combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving financial landscape, offering comprehensive solutions that drive business transformation and sustainable growth. Role Responsibilities Working alongside the Regional Security, Health and Safety (SHS) Manager, this role entails managing a broad scope of EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) responsibilities, including collaboration with other EHS Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), local SHS coordinators and other essential support functions. This position requires innovative thinking and a comprehensive remit to assess, develop, and implement EHS standards for employees in the United Kingdom and Ireland, along with strong process improvement skills. This role is full time permanent position, based out of our Belfast or Newry Office. • Understanding EHS requirements and standards related to occupational health and safety, such as laws, regulations, and best practices. • Collaborating with other EHS SMEs to enhance EHS standards and develop long-term goals and metrics to drive continuous improvement. Being a key contributor to team strategy. • Coordinating and managing EHS projects aimed at increasing awareness and ensuring compliance (e.g., occupational risk assessments, audits, EHS campaigns). • Partnering with local SHS coordinators and internal stakeholders to ensure policies and programs are effectively communicated, implemented, and executed among employees and contractors. • Delivering training and promoting health and safety awareness at both country and site levels, including H&S training, ergonomics, first aid, fire prevention, etc. • Managing injury/illness prevention, investigating occupational incidents, preparing post-accident documentation, identifying root causes and trends. • Reporting and monitoring performance metrics. Experience required: • Must possess the necessary qualifications to work as an EHS professional in the UK/Ireland. • 3 years of experience in health and safety management, coordinating dispersed teams. Experience in environmental management is beneficial but not required. • Demonstrable in-depth understanding of essential and relevant EHS legislation and standards. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to develop and implement department goals and strategies. • Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated problem-solving mindset. • Ability to manage multiple sites remotely. • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. • Ability to respond accurately and effectively in stressful situations. Benefits (general) • Extensive Private Healthcare Package • Private Pension • Employee Assistance Programme • Group Life Protection Benefit • Employee Referral Bonus Scheme • Diversity Networks Candidate personal data will be processed in line with our Global Candidate Privacy Notice