The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
Information / Communication Computer Programming, Consultancy And Related Activities Computer Programming, Consultancy And Related Activities 62 - Computer programming, consultancy and related activities
150 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
25 February 2019
Employment effect (start)
Foreseen end date
Description
US based software firm Signifyd has announced plans to create 150 new jobs in Belfast. The jobs are being supported by Invest NI, with the developing agency providing nearly one million GBP (€1.18 million) in support. The jobs will add nearly five million in salaries to the economy and will help the company develop its products for online fraud detection. The company will open a new base in the cathedral quarter of the city, though it has not been specified exactly when. The jobs will be added over a period of between three to five years, with 12 people already having been offered positions.
Eurofound (2019), Signifyd, Business expansion in United Kingdom, factsheet number 97348, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/97348.
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