Jira Administrator

Description:

We’re supporting a leading organization in the financial services industry to hire a skilled Jira Administrator. If you’re passionate about optimizing Atlassian tools and enabling high-performing teams through automation and smart configuration, this could be your next move.
🔧 What You'll Do
- Administer and enhance Jira Software, Jira Service Management, and Confluence
- Design and manage workflows, Agile boards (Scrum/Kanban), and custom dashboards
- Set up automation rules and third-party integrations (Slack, Azure DevOps, AD, Git, etc.)
- Ensure compliance with internal security and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with DevOps/IT on CI/CD and service desk workflows
- Provide end-user training and promote best practices organization-wide
✅ Must-Haves
- 3+ years’ experience as a Jira/Confluence Administrator
- Proficient in JQL, Jira automation, SLA configuration, and Agile environments
- Strong understanding of IT security and compliance in regulated sectors (e.g., finance)
🌟 Nice to Haves
- Atlassian certifications (ACP-120, ACP-620)
- Experience with REST APIs, ScriptRunner, and Confluence as a knowledge base
- Familiarity with ITIL and service management best practices
💡 This is a high-impact role supporting core operations in a highly regulated, fast-paced environment.
🔍 Ideal candidates have experience with Atlassian and comparable tools (e.g., Azure DevOps) and are comfortable navigating com