Job Title:
Strategic Leader for Financial Services
We are seeking an accomplished professional to lead our Financial Services Team. This is a key strategic appointment at a senior leadership level, ideal for a commercially astute leader with deep experience across the financial services landscape.
The successful candidate will have full responsibility for building and leading this division – covering audit, risk, regulatory advisory, and consulting services – while actively working with our international network on cross-border clients, shared engagements, and global opportunities.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute the vision, structure, and strategy for the Financial Services Division
* Define key service offerings across assurance, regulatory compliance, and advisory
* Represent the division on the firm's leadership team and contribute to overall firm strategy
Client Management & Development:
* Act as the lead advisor for key financial services clients, particularly regulated entities in insurance intermediaries, investment management, credit unions, and fintech
* Deliver high-quality, commercially focused advice on audit, regulatory matters, risk frameworks, solvency and capital adequacy, and accounting standards
* Build and manage long-term client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and identifying growth opportunities
International Collaboration:
* Work with fellow member firms in our international network to deliver cross-jurisdictional engagements and share technical expertise
* Represent the office in international working groups and conferences within the network
* Lead or contribute to global account teams for multinational clients headquartered or operating in Ireland
Technical Excellence:
* Ensure compliance with Irish and EU regulatory standards
* Oversee technical quality and risk management for FS client work
* Act as the internal expert for emerging regulations and industry developments
Team Building & People Development:
* Recruit and grow a high-performing FS team, including audit and advisory professionals
* Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and career development support
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and client-centric service