About us

At Davy, it’s the unique talents of all our people that have been the foundations of our success for almost 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.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Operational Risk team in Risk as a Senior Associate. The Davy Risk Team help safeguard and satisfy our obligations to the Davy client base and the regulatory authorities by providing independent oversight, support and challenge to the business.

In your role as Senior Associate, Operational Risk you will;

Support the team in providing oversight and subject matter expertise for Operational Risk – including Information Technology Risk, Information Security and Cyber Risk, Change Management Risk, Third Party Management Risk.

Work with senior team members, including the Head of Operational Risk on reporting to various governance Committees and the Board.

Represent Davy Risk as SME on related projects and team initiatives.

Develop in-depth knowledge of Davy’s business operations and the regulatory framework governing its activities.

Drive continuous process improvement and innovation across team activities.

Assist in the enhancement of Davy’s Control Assurance Framework and ensure that the Business Units/Functions have appropriate controls in place.

Enhance risk culture by promoting risk awareness and embedding Davy’s values in the business.

Develop strong working relationships interdepartmentally to ensure cross functional collaboration across the organisation.

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

3rd level Degree or relevant work experience in financial services /Wealth Management;

Logical and solution driven;

Good communication and interpersonal skills;

Accuracy and attention to detail;

Experience of successfully working to tight deadlines;

Proven team player with a flexible attitude towards work.

Willingness to take initiative and participate in projects

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.

Operational Risk, Senior Associate

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