By Iveren McCallion
Up to 400 jobs are being created in Newry and internationally.
The positions at First Derivatives have been created through organic growth on the heels of an announcement last week of a 20% leap in profits.
More than 1,750 are employed worldwide by the Newry-based global player.
The finance and technology giant is starting up two new programmes to cater for talented graduates who come up short of their long-established scheme.
Recruitment and Resource Manager Liz O'Hanlon says there are vacancies for applicants from various educational backgrounds who want to stay local or who want travel or work abroad. Click or tap below to listen.
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