About us
From day one, you'll notice there is something special about working at Davy.
Our success is built on nearly 100 years of forging strong relationships with our clients and developing the careers of Ireland's future business leaders.
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.
About the opportunity
An exciting opportunity has opened up in our Information Systems department.
We are looking for a Senior UI/UX designer to design software and platforms that meet our client's needs.
You should be able to lead workshops and gather the business requirements, any technical limitations, and translate these into coherent designs utilising user flows, customer journey maps, wireframes, and prototypes.
Responsibilities
Lead discovery and requirements-gathering workshops to understand user needs, business goals, and technical constraints
Translate complex concepts into clear user flows, journey maps, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs
Partner with Product and Engineering to define and deliver solutions across the full product lifecycle
Facilitate and evolve the product vision through user research, ideation, prototyping, and usability testing
Design and deliver experiences optimised for mobile, tablet, and desktop (responsive & mobile-first)
Identify UX problems in new and existing products and propose thoughtful, evidence-based solutions
Evaluate existing applications and continuously improve usability, accessibility, and overall experience
Use analytics, insights, and testing results to inform design decisions and measure impact
Ensure designs meet usability, accessibility (WCAG), and brand standards
Collaborate closely with front-end developers to ensure high-quality implementation and design integrity
Contribute to and help evolve design systems, patterns, and best practices
Communicate design rationale clearly to stakeholders at all levels, from C-suite to delivery teams
Comply with Risk and Compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures relevant to the role
About you
We are looking for somebody who has the following background and skills:
5+ years' experience in UX/UI or Product Design roles
Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design thinking and problem solving
Degree in Design (Graphic, Product, Industrial, Architecture or similar) or equivalent professional experience
Deep understanding of user-centred design (UCD) principles and methodologies
Proven experience planning and conducting user research, usability testing, A/B testing, and rapid prototyping
Strong knowledge of responsive, mobile-first design approaches
Experience working within agile, cross-functional product teams
Ability to influence design direction and contribute to product and organisational strategy
Excellent stakeholder management and facilitation skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical‑thinking abilities
Ability to synthesise complex information into clear, actionable design solutions
Excellent communication skills, both visual and verbal
Tools & Technical skills
Expertise in industry-standard design tools (e.g.
Figma, Fig Jam)
Experience creating low- and high-fidelity prototypes
Familiarity with design systems and component-based design
Understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design principles
Basic HTML/CSS/Java Script knowledge is a plus, but not essential
Nice to have
Experience designing and maintaining cross‑platform design systems
Experience programming and the ability to code simple prototype
Experience in interactive design, animation
Experience designing complex enterprise or platform products
Experience working in regulated, fast‑paced environments
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.
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