specialist software for the finance industry

thecitysecret are a specialist co-sourcing technology company with an established record of working with investment banks, hedge funds and other financial based institutions.

Established in 2000, the company has built a solid reputation in the industry ~

"The success was due to the great working relationship ..."
MD @ Large Investment Bank

thecitysecret news

June 2010

Secrets of success in aftermath of crisis.

INCREASING activity in equity markets has spurred a North Yorkshire software firm to go on a recruitment drive.

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May 2010

Our clients are struggling to recruit in the major financial hubs.

A recent success story has seen a top tier Investment Banking client use thecitysecret for a short term, urgent regulatory project.

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Recruiting Again!

thecitysecret currently have a number of vacancies to join the team in Richmond, North Yorkshire.

We are currently looking for a Java Developer, a C++ Developer and a C#/Flex developer.

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April 2010

We are very pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Still as Special Industry Adviser, Simon was until September 2009 Chief Operating Officer of Brewin Dolphin Holdings PLC.

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April 2010

Climate Change Capital has signed up thecitysecret to help look after their in-house trading system.
There was a good fit as thecitysecret has sustainability at the heart of their business as well as being able to provide a flexible package with the relevant business and technology skills.

what we offer

thecitysecret offers experienced & knowledgeable staff who are able to:

ask intelligent questions

make sensible assumptions

build robust software to meet the client's needs

thecitysecret works closely with our clients, providing a bespoke service to fit in with our clients' needs and requirements. These can range from the tactical to the longer strategic project that gives a client the competitive edge.

We approach our projects with a view of solving problems, understanding what the business aims are and leveraging existing technology to maximise the IT budgets.

who we are

thecitysecret prides itself in having a team of experienced developers with previous experience working within the Investment Banking & Finance Industry.

Established in 2000 by an ex-City worker, thecitysecret is able to attract high calibre and experienced developers keen to escape the City life. Based in rural North Yorkshire staff are able to fully appreciate the local area and also have the opportunity to work on interesting fast paced projects.

North Yorkshire is within easy reach of London but has lower costs. This means that Clients are able to benefit from the savings of thecitysecret being located in the North of England.

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