Good Vibes Only: My First Week at Esker

Laura Cook — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 10:48:22 +0000

From shop floor to office. It’s quite a contrast! Last week I started my new role at Esker as an Administration Assistant. After many years of working in retail this environment is quite a change, all be it a welcome one, and I am grateful for the opportunity.

There is much to learn. Firstly, what is Esker all about? Document Process Automation, this I have learned, but what does that entail?

Throughout the week I scheduled meetings with different members of the team to help me build a picture of Esker, the individuals who work here and how my role fits in. One thing became apparent to me immediately. Esker, I’m told, is a great place to work. From speaking to various members of staff from different departments, this rings clear. The people are genuinely passionate and proud about what they do. Everyone I spoke to showed enthusiasm, belief and knowledge of the business. So, it came as no surprise to me that many members of the team are long serving and experienced employees. With such job satisfaction, why leave?

Now back to Esker. I learned Esker started out as a software vendor back in 1985 with the vision to help businesses deliver their paper documents electronically. The benefit to this I asked? Simple answer; Esker’s solutions make the job easier, saving time and paper as well as improving efficiencies.

Esker is recognised today as a leader in AI-driven process automation software with over 600,000 users worldwide, including many large and well-known companies. The growth is clear, with more than 600 employees in its 10 subsidiaries around the world, a figure that has recently increased significantly. It’s exciting to be a part of it.

So, a week in to my new job, how do I feel? Well, with a friendly and helpful team, good working atmosphere and a business that appears to be going from strength to strength, what is there not to be positive about? The potential for opportunity and expansion is motivating and refreshing. I look forward to what will hopefully be a bright and successful future with Esker. I think I will be happy here.

Laura Cook

Laura is an Administration Assistant at Esker UK. She has been part of the Esker family since 2019.

One Team Beyond Boundaries – Summer in Lyon

Jennifer Ball — Thu, 15 Aug 2019 12:32:14 +0000

Early August in Lyon: sunny, scenic and… somewhat deserted! Between mid-July and the start of the September, thanks to the bank holidays, summer heat and school break, many French employees leave the city on grandes vacances. Whilst it might have left me with a slightly skewed view of the city, you’ll find no complaints here about quieter roads, space on the metro, quick(er) seating and service at restaurants.

In my new role in marketing, I spent a week in Lyon for training at Esker’s head office in
Villeurbanne: a slick, modern building overlooking Parc de la Tete d’Or, usually home to over 300 employees.

The training itself had us working with and meeting colleagues from across Esker’s teams and office locations throughout the week, as well as exploring and understanding our solutions and technology.

And at the end of a long day in the office – time to enjoy the so-called ‘capital of gastronomy’ and explore the historic sights. My recommendation? Take the funicular up to Fourvière for spectacular views across the city; make time to go inside the basilica to see the dazzlingly ornate mosaics and gilt work. Then head back into the old town for a menu du jour, washed down with plentiful French wine.

Jennifer Ball

As Marketing Co-ordinator for Esker UK, Jennifer manages Esker UK's marketing campaigns and events for S2P solutions. She has been part of the Esker family since 2019.

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Good Vibes Only: My First Week at Esker

Laura Cook

One Team Beyond Boundaries – Summer in Lyon

Jennifer Ball