'A natural location for us to build and grow a high-performing team': Global supply chain risk management firm to open new sales and technology hub in Northern Ireland
Achilles is investing in Northern Ireland, opening a Belfast office to boost technology, AI, sales and marketing capabilities while tapping the region’s skilled talent pool
GB supply chain risk management company, Achilles, is establishing a new sales and technology hub in Northern Ireland, creating 26 new jobs.
Founded in 1992, Achilles helps major financial, industrial, commercial and governmental organisations to manage supply chain risk, comply with ESG regulations and meet sustainability goals. It operates across 22 global locations and its clients include CBRE, Orsted and Ineos.
Making the announcement from its new office at Glandore Business Centre, Arthur House, in Belfast, Katie Ferrier, regional director of UK, Ireland and Middle East at Achilles said: “We are investing in Belfast as an important part of strengthening our capability in technology, data and client delivery.
"The new team will bring together expertise across sales, marketing, audit and AI technology, supporting the continued development of our products and services for customers around the world.
“Northern Ireland offers an exceptional environment for technology-led businesses. Through our engagement with Invest NI, we were able to see first-hand the strength of the local talent pool, the collaborative tech community and the supportive business ecosystem.
"Belfast is a natural location for us to build and grow a high-performing team, and we are excited about the role the office will play in Achilles’ future.”
Roles on offer have an average salary of £37,375 and include sales agents, marketing executives, data scientists and graduate technology positions. The company plans to have all roles filled by 2027.
Welcoming the announcement, George McKinney, interim director of International Business at Invest NI added: “The creation of 26 new jobs by Achilles will serve as another example to help attract future FDI by demonstrating the region’s suitability for internationally focused investment.
"We’ve worked closely with the company to secure this project for Northern Ireland, offering a strong investment proposal including financial assistance and access to a highly skilled talent pipeline from our leading universities and FE colleges.”