Questions & Answers for SimCorp A/S
Virksomheden
Hvem er jeres konkurrenter, og på hvilke områder adskiller I jer fra dem?
SimCorp's core strengths are our: Recognition as a market leader on home markets (Denmark and the rest of the Nordic Region); comprehensive standard software products; in-depth financial know-how; skilled and dedicated employees and a large and prestigious client base.
Our competitive edge lies in the fact that SimCorp Dimension takes a lead in enabling the streamlining and integration of the investment process in the financial sector. By offering a high level of straight-through-processing (STP) in all key areas of the organisation, SimCorp helps companies obtain faster and more precise information in real-time, to deal with complex requirements from their external/internal clients and regulators, whilst at the same time minimising the growth of their system and personnel budgets.Hvad er jeres vision?
To be a major global provider of comprehensive software solutions and associated financial knowledge and be a company where professionals are proud to work.Hvad laver jeres virksomhed?
SimCorp provides integrated software solutions to financial service providers. Our solutions are firmly based on our high quality standards and our insight into financial theory, methods and practices. SimCorp has more than 160 customers using SimCorp Dimension.Hvad er de væsentligste udviklingstendenser og vækstområder for jeres virksomhed?
SimCorp employs approx. 1,120 people across 25 nationalities and is listed on the OMX Nordic Exchange, Copenhagen. Our revenue has grown exponentially the last 10 years and SimCorp generated a revenue of EUR 185m (DKK 1.4bn) in 2010. We expect to further develop our position in the US over the coming years. In 2009 have seen expansion of our US business, where particularly business with existing customers has increased significantly.
Karrieremuligheder
Hvordan arbejder I med medarbejderudvikling?
On average employees spend more than 16 days annually on education and training activities, hereunder: financial courses; technical courses; personal skills; management courses; personal development courses; SimCorp Academy and certifications (basic & advanced).Hvilke muligheder kan I tilbyde akademikere?
We believe that we can only create a powerful organization if we have individuals, who can and will develop and learn. Therefore we provide our employees with a number of different courses and services, e.g. job rotation, SimUniversity, climate surveys, secondments, coaching, employee reviews and financial support for further education.
As newly hired employee in SimCorp you will go through an extensive introduction period, in addition to being provided with a tutor/mentor who follows you the first half to whole year. This gives you the opportunity to secure the know-how necessary to perform efficiently.Hvad skal der til for at få succes som medarbejder hos jer?
To become a success at SimCorp requires motivation, dedication and willingness to learn.Hvilke ansættelsesvilkår tilbyder I?
SimCorp has a great canteen, a fitness room, a music practice room, a number of sports clubs, an art club and a wine club. Furthermore SimCorp has a large number of very attractive flexible benefits.
Kultur & værdier
Man hører altid mest om medaljens forside. Er der nogle udfordringer eller ulemper, I vil diskutere?
Because our field of operation is within the financial sector, not many people besides our customers know what SimCorp is. Therefore we find we have to work a little harder at attracting graduates and candidates with IT and Financial competencies.Hvad er det, der i det daglige gør jeres arbejdsplads god?
The SimCorp culture is characterized by open dialogue, empowerment and fast decision-making.
Reporting lines are clear, thus action is not bogged down in bureaucracy. We believe in solving work related challenges together, and you will find that both management and colleagues are very receptive to suggestions and new ideas.Hvilke værdier præger jeres virksomhedskultur?
We are Determined, Enthusiastic and Perform with Integrity - Together!
...We want to run SimCorp by values much more than rigid rules...
Rekruttering
Hvad kan en jobsøger forvente til jobsamtalen?
Candidates can expect to be asked to go through their CV and talk about their competencies and how they believe they match the position in question. We will also be interested in hearing what has motivated the candidate to apply for a position at SimCorp.Hvordan forløber et typisk rekrutteringsforløb?
The candidates are screened by the manager who perform the 1. interview. The 1. interview is based on the job description and the competency profile.
The Line Manager chooses the candidates that are to be called in for a 2. interview. These candidates are asked to answer a personality profile. The 2. interview is conducted by the Line Manager and a HR Consultant (who gives the candidate feedback on the personality profile).
The right candidate for the job receives a contract.
