Michael Burke
Hockley,Essex
Summary
Accomplished professional with almost 15 years experience in the insurance industry. Driven individual who isn't afraid to step out of their comfort zone to take on new challenges. Varied knowledge and experience within the business allowing for all views to be considered when implementing change.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Solutions Architect & Business Analyst
Hood Group Ltd
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
09.2019 - Current
- Gathering and translating business requirements.
- Lead technical discussion with internal/external SME's.
- Developed comprehensive solutions by understanding and analysing client requirements.
- Performed code reviews for maintaining coding standards across team members.
- Provided technical leadership during projects, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and goals.
Systems Developer
Hood Group Ltd
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
04.2016 - 09.2019
- To build and maintain products and applications within the SaaS solution with focus on business objectives.
- Prioritised tasks effectively, ensuring smooth workflow and meeting deadlines.
- Trained junior developers, improving their technical skills and knowledge.
- Managed resource allocation and fed into project plans.
- Developed effective relationships with suppliers.
Project Team Leader
Hood Group Ltd
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
07.2015 - 04.2016
- Team leader implementing new SaaS solution.
- Developed detailed project plans to guide and monitor progress.
- Conducted regular progress reviews to the wider business ensuring stakeholders were up to date.
Various Roles
Hood Group Ltd
Southend-on-Sea, Essex
11.2010 - 07.2015
- Worked within various departments including Customer/Broker Services and Claims at both agent and team leader level.
- Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within the team.
- Provided comprehensive onboarding training to reduce learning curve for new hires.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Science
University of Brighton
Brighton 09.2007 - 06.2010
A-Levels - BTEC Sports and Exercise Science
Seevic College
South Benfleet, Essex 09.2005 - 07.2007
GCSEs - GCSE's
Appleton
South Benfleet, Essex 09.2000 - 07.2005
Skills
- Solution design
- Technical leadership
- Adaptability
- Customer focus
- Client communication
- Attention to detail
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Solutions Architect & Business Analyst
Hood Group Ltd
09.2019 - Current
Systems Developer
Hood Group Ltd
04.2016 - 09.2019
Project Team Leader
Hood Group Ltd
07.2015 - 04.2016
Various Roles
Hood Group Ltd
11.2010 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Sport Science
University of Brighton
09.2007 - 06.2010
A-Levels - BTEC Sports and Exercise Science
Seevic College
09.2005 - 07.2007
GCSEs - GCSE's
Appleton
09.2000 - 07.2005
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