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Explore all graduate advice and guidance on gradireland

On gradireland you'll find graduate careers advice on a huge range of topics – and we're adding more all the time. Compare career options with information on what to expect from working life in different sectors, then learn how you can develop your skills, gain work experience and succeed in applications and interviews. If you're not sure what you'd like to do, don't panic: we're here to help you take those first steps into making career decisions. We also have articles on how to make the most of uni life, organise your job hunt, juggle job offers and more. Whether you're in your first year of university or have already graduated, our career advice for students and graduates will set you on the right path.
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Our approach to sustainability at An Post

Labour market information

At An Post our purpose is to act for the common good and to improve the quality of life in Ireland, now and for generations to come.

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An Post have reduced their Gender Pay Gap to 0% in 2021

Insider reports

Change happens in An Post. In the two years since our first gender pay gap report in 2019, we have reduced our pay gap from 3.7% to effectively 0%. For the first time ever women now earn marginally more than men in An Post.

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An Post Climate Action Journey to Net Zero

Insider reports

Our goal is to achieve net zero carbon emissions from our own operations by 2030 and we are taking important steps to reach this goal. Find out more about our Climate Action Journey.

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Software Developer Job Description

Careers advice and planning

In this blog you will find out about the training and key skills required for a Software Developer, their main responsibilities and much more.

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Meet the Manager - Darren Enright

Advice
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Meet the Manager - Sean Morley

Advice
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Davy Horizons – Sustainability Consultancy

Advice
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Hear what our graduates have to say

Profiles
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5 Reasons Why You Should Become a Software Tester

Careers advice and planning

Software Testing is a critical function within businesses. A career in software testing is very challenging but satisfying, requiring you to problem solve, manage risk and improve the quality throughout all phases of the software development cycle. Here are just a few reasons from some of our FDM software testing consultants on why this is such a great career choice.

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What Can I Do With a Software Engineering Degree?

Careers advice and planning

Let’s explore what a career in Software Development looks like and the potential opportunities for career progression available after finishing your degree.

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5 Reasons You Should Become a Software Developer or Engineer

Careers advice and planning

Software development is a vast field and one that is creative, demanding and extremely rewarding. A career as a Software Developer gives you the opportunity to learn about the business as well as technology. Here are just a few reasons from some of our talented FDM Software Development consultants on why you should become a Software Engineer.

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Our Top Tips to Ace an FDM Telephone Interview

Interviews and assessment centres

As the job market becomes increasingly competitive and work styles give way to more agile working practices, many companies now conduct phone interviews as part of their recruitment process. We’re here to shed some light on what candidates can expect during an FDM graduate programme telephone interview with one of our recruiters.

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