Ulster University and FinTrU team up to launch Talent Hub and invite local employers to connect with future North West talent 

This week we’re championing the launch of a new Talent Hub from Ulster University and FinTrU. The innovative initiative was designed by Ulster University Business School and co-designed with industry partner FinTrU and in collaboration with the Chamber. It focuses on connecting talented students with Derry~Londonderry employers to help them build their professional networks whilst committing future talent to the North West region. 

Supporting the transition from education into the working world and as part of the Global Business and Enterprise degree offered at Ulster University, around 100 second-year students will complete four workshops delivered by academic experts and FinTrU’s team of professionals, who will host two sessions within their newly renovated offices on Patrick Street. 

The series of workshops has been created to empower students with the skills, knowledge, and networking opportunities they need to enhance their potential for future employability, whilst ensuring the next generation of talent is aligned with employer needs.  

Dr Aisling Reid, Lecturer in Business Enterprise at Ulster University said “The Talent Hub programme has successfully grown in recent years with the support of incredible local businesses leaders in the North West such as FinTrU, Alchemy Technology Services, Fujitsu and Moore NI, who are committed to raising up and championing the next generation of talent and actively participate in activities to authentically network with students. 

Kathleen McDermott, FinTrU, Executive Director said “Earlier this year we announced our plans to invest over £20m by 2027 into our North West operation, with the creation of 300 new jobs in the area. We are delighted to be partnering with Ulster University Business School for the 2023 Talent Hub and playing our part in helping to guide and advise aspiring local business students as they look towards building their future careers, right here in the North West.” 

Anna Doherty, Chief Executive of the Derry Chamber of Commerce said “Londonderry Chamber have facilitated this fantastic collaboration between two of our corporate partners, Ulster University and FinTrU, to the benefit of everybody involved – the businesses who are providing the skills and expertise, the educators who are shaping the programming and the students taking part. We are proud to see the university and business working together to provide tangible results and a confident talent pipeline.” 

Local businesses can contact Dr Aisling Reid, Ulster University to get involved with the ‘Talent Hub’ or register to attend the finale ‘pitch for placement’ event by emailing ar.reid@ulster.ac.uk