Salesforce Developer

About The Company Foresters Financial is a reputable and customer-centric financial services organization dedicated to providing innovative insurance, investment, and retirement solutions. With a strong commitment to community engagement and social responsibility, Foresters Financial has built a reputation for integrity, transparency, and excellence in service delivery. Our mission is to help individuals and families achieve financial security and peace of mind through personalized financial products and expert advice. As a forward-thinking organization, we embrace technology and innovation to enhance our offerings and improve customer experiences. Our collaborative and inclusive culture fosters growth, development, and a sense of purpose among our employees.

About The Role We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Salesforce Developer to join our dynamic team in Bromley, Kent. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing Salesforce solutions that support our business objectives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, translate them into technical solutions, and ensure seamless integration within our existing systems. This role offers a blend of hands-on development, stakeholder communication, and continuous learning, providing a stimulating environment for those passionate about leveraging Salesforce technology to drive business success. Flexibility is a key aspect of this role, with options to work remotely up to two days per week after an initial training period, supporting work-life balance and productivity.

Qualifications The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience as a Salesforce Developer, with a strong understanding of the Salesforce platform and its capabilities. Relevant certifications such as Salesforce Certified Administrator and Platform App Builder are essential, while Salesforce Certified Developer 1 certification is a plus. You should possess extensive experience with Salesforce configuration tools, including Workflow, Process Builder, and Flows, as well as proficiency in Apex, SOQL, SOSL, and Data Loader for custom development and data management. Experience working with Salesforce Sales or Service Cloud is required, and familiarity with Salesforce Marketing Cloud will be advantageous. A passion for learning and staying current with new Salesforce features through Trailhead and additional certifications is highly valued. Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders are also essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities In this role, your primary responsibilities will include gathering requirements from the product backlog and design specifications to develop tailored Salesforce solutions. You will translate complex business needs into user-friendly, maintainable configurations and customizations, ensuring high standards of quality and performance. Designing and implementing both declarative and programmatic solutions will be a core part of your duties, utilizing tools such as Flow, Process Builder, and Apex code. Recording detailed technical specifications and communicating effectively with non-technical stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment is vital. Additionally, you will be involved in continuous learning initiatives, keeping up-to-date with the latest Salesforce features and best practices to enhance our platform capabilities. Collaborating with team members and participating in code reviews will also be part of your responsibilities to maintain code quality and consistency.

Benefits At Foresters Financial, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and skills. You will enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, providing ample opportunity to rest and recharge. To ensure financial security, we provide life assurance coverage of four times your pensionable earnings and a contributory pension scheme to help you plan for the future. We also promote work-life balance through flexible working arrangements, including the option to work from home up to two days a week after initial training. Our commitment to social responsibility is reflected in our Day of Caring program, which grants you one paid da…