Paul Martin
About Paul Martin
Paul Martin is a Financial Engineer and Data Operations professional at First Derivatives Plc, with a background in Computer Science and extensive experience in the FinTech sector. He has developed leadership skills through his previous role as a Project Trainer and demonstrates adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Work at First Derivatives PLC
Paul Martin has been employed at First Derivatives PLC since 2017, where he currently holds the position of Financial Engineer. His role involves working within Data Operations, a position he has held since 2020. Prior to this, he served as the Finance Production Support Team Lead from 2018 to 2020. Throughout his tenure at First Derivatives, Martin has demonstrated adaptability and initiative, effectively managing challenges in the fast-paced FinTech sector.
Education and Expertise
Paul Martin studied at the University of Ulster Coleraine, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computing with DDP from 2014 to 2017. He also attended Southern Regional College in Newry, achieving a Foundation Degree in Computing and Network Systems from 2012 to 2014. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in computing and engineering, contributing to his expertise in the IT field.
Background in Project Training
Before joining First Derivatives, Paul Martin worked as a Project Trainer for Teleperformance UK. In this role, he focused on enhancing customer and employee experiences through training and development initiatives. This experience allowed him to develop leadership and management skills, which he has applied in his subsequent roles in the FinTech industry.
Passion for IT and Computing
Paul Martin's passion for information technology began in childhood through playing video games. This interest evolved into a deeper fascination with computing and coding during his academic years. His enthusiasm for IT has driven his career choices and shaped his professional development in the technology sector.