Job Description

At Davy, it’s the unique talents of all our people that have been the foundations of our success for 100 years. As we continue to grow, so do you. Because you are not just part of our team – you are a key player in shaping our future.

At Davy, you are the difference.

Established in 1926, the Davy Group sits at the heart of wealth and capital in Ireland, providing a broad range of services to high-net-worth individuals, self-directed investors, small-to-medium enterprises, credit unions, corporations, and domestic & international institutional investors.

Our culture is shaped around three values, which are at the heart of everything we do: client success, one Davy, and building a proud legacy. Sharing the same goals, we work together to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients. As part of a team of over 900, you will be encouraged to learn and to grow, both professionally and personally.

An exciting opportunity has opened up in the Strategy, Brand and Marketing team to drive full operationalisation of risk policies pertaining to reputation and strategy. The role is being offered on a fixed term contract basis. In the contracted role, the successful candidate will be required to work with the team across the following activities:

Requirements

• Comprehensive review of strategy and reputation-related risks, assuring the completeness of related coverage in our existing policy architecture;
• Reviewing and evolving processes, procedures and controls which give operational expressions to our risk policies around strategy and reputation.
• Designing and executing an assurance programme to test existing controls, making recommendations for change including control additions;
• Recording and investigating relevant operational incidents, errors or near misses, evolving controls to mitigate their occurrence into the future;
• Prepare regular risk and control reports for management.

About you

We are looking for somebody who has the following background and skills:

• Experience in regulated financial services.
• Strong understanding of operational risk concepts.
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication skills, particularly in explaining risk concepts to non‑risk colleagues.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

The role will report to the Head of Internal Communications and PR within the Strategy, Brand and Marketing team.

Benefits

What we offer

At Davy, our people are our biggest investment. In today’s fast-moving world, we know it’s important to feel secure and empowered. That’s why Davy benefits support you through all of life’s stages, offering health and wellness, flexible working options, flexible benefits allowance, learning and development opportunities, through to assisted retirement planning.

Health and Wellbeing

Psychological safety, emotional wellbeing and support are a priority at Davy. We offer a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and mental health first aid. Our Sports & Social teams promote physical wellbeing and social connection.

Reward and Recognition

We offer a competitive remuneration package to include salary, bonus, pension and a host of additional benefits to protect you and your family when it matters most.

Growth and Development

Our award-winning L&D function supports you and your growth at Davy. We offer a comprehensive range of professional and personal development opportunities. Our culture supports learning, and we encourage you to explore more at Davy.

Positive Workplace

Our workplace is inclusive, diverse, and offers everyone a sense of belonging. We are flexible and continue to support a hybrid working model. You will get to be your best at Davy.

Values and Culture

Exceptional client outcomes delivered by a world class team, underpinned by our core Davy values – One Team, Client Success, and Proud Legacy.

Important Information

Davy is an equal opportunities employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We value diversity in both background and experience, and even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. We review all applications received. As part of our commitment to creating an accessible environment, we want to ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in the interview process. If you require any reasonable accommodations, please let us know, and we will do our best to make the necessary arrangements.

Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland.

Where agency assistance is required, our Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to us by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.

Davy Group is a member of the Bank of Ireland Group.