Salesforce Consultant

Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We're also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1. 

We've been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023. 

As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We're focused on our core values; using these we've seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally. 

Role purpose

Version 1 is seeking a highly skilled Salesforce Pardot Developer / Technical Consultant to configure, manage, and optimize Pardot (Salesforce Marketing Automation) to support marketing strategies and lead nurturing initiatives. This role focuses on maximizing customer engagement through intelligent automation, data-driven campaigns, and seamless integration of Salesforce CRM and Pardot.

The successful candidate will work closely with marketing, sales, and technical teams to build engagement programs, manage lead scoring, deliver personalized customer experiences, and ensure smooth integration of Pardot within the wider Salesforce ecosystem.

Key responsibilities

· Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions using Salesforce/Pardot.

· Adjust and develop Pardot forms, landing pages, and websites to meet evolving business needs.

· Configure Pardot functionalities, including email campaigns, automation rules, lead scoring, grading, and nurturing programs.

· Manage Salesforce/Pardot data integrations and synchronization for consistent customer insights.

· Implement and manage Salesforce/Pardot security settings, including roles, permissions, and access controls.

· Integrate Salesforce/Pardot with external systems using REST/SOAP APIs and middleware tools.

· Participate in deployment activities using CI/CD tools and version control systems.

· Provide technical documentation and ongoing support for delivered Salesforce/Pardot solutions.

Essential experience & skills

· 3–5 years of hands-on experience in Salesforce/Pardot development and configuration.

· Strong knowledge of Pardot functionality: automation rules, engagement studio, email templates, dynamic content, and form/landing page customization.

· Experience in Salesforce configuration: objects, fields, workflows, validation rules, and flows.

· Familiarity with Salesforce integration patterns, security architecture, and data model.

· Strong knowledge of Apex, LWC, SOQL/SOSL (for Salesforce development where required).

· Understanding of Salesforce data model and security architecture.

· Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Certifications (highly desirable)

· Salesforce Pardot Specialist or Consultant certification.

· Salesforce Platform Developer I certification.

· Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies.

· Familiarity with testing frameworks and deployment strategies.

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability. 

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology. 

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat. 

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.