There are a number of reasons for this: new budget allocations for recruiters mean new hires are now possible. The effect of the new year’s resolution can’t be underestimated either: with projects completed and bonuses paid, the end of a year often sees workers quit, opening up space for new blood.
If you are worried that there will be a dearth of opportunities available in 2023, a new survey has found that Irish companies' recruitment plans are at their highest in six years. Ninety percent of employers will continue hiring in 2023, despite worries about an economic downturn. According to a recent Global Benefits Attitudes Survey, 44% of employees are “job seekers” this year.
If you’d like to look for a new role this year, there is an overview of five companies that are hiring for finance roles below, with plenty more to discover on the IFSC Job Board. Now all you have to do is update your CV––and get ready to apply.
1. Axa
French multinational insurance company Axa is one of the top three insurance groups in the world. Headquartered in Paris, it employs around 175,000 staff globally, including in Ireland. Axa covers a broad range of products and services designed for individual and business clients including savings and retirement products and other health and personal protection products. It is hiring in Dublin now, for roles that include Global Reward Manager. Check out all openings at Axa here.
2. Glanbia Foods/Tirlán
Glanbia Ireland has rebranded as Tirlán, and remains a world-class food and nutrition co-operative, with a diverse portfolio of quality ingredients, leading consumer and agri brands. More than 2,100 people manage Tirlán’s network of 11 production facilities and 52 agri-retail outlets, with a state-of-the-art headquarters in Kilkenny city and innovation centre in Ballyragget promoting innovation, creativity and collaboration. The company is seeking a motivated Commercial Finance Analyst to join its Financial Planning & Analysis team, on a contract basis. You will be heavily involved in financial model development providing support to business partners and the accounting team to aid decision making. Discover all available roles at Tirlán here.
3. Aviva
Globally, Aviva provides 18.5 million customers with insurance, wealth and retirement products via its operations in the UK, Ireland and Canada. In Ireland, Aviva provides investment management and pension services and it is the largest general insurer in Ireland, with a market share of more than 20%. Aviva is hiring now for a Pensions Master Trust Administrator, a role which will suit someone coming from a pensions administration or financial services or fund administration background. You can discover all job openings at Aviva here.
4. Version 1
Version 1 is an Irish success story: an IT services company specialising in international management consulting, software asset management, software development, cloud computing, and outsourcing, its mission is to ensure that IT can make a real difference to customers' businesses. Trusted by global brands to deliver IT services and solutions which drive customer success, it employs more than 2,700 people worldwide, including in Dublin, where the company is seeking a Finance Business Partner to be responsible for the preparation of actual, forecast and budget information for the business. They will also support the business in the delivery of the company strategy and performance. Looking for a different role? Check out all opportunities at Version 1 here.
5. Ryanair
It is Europe's largest airline group and parent company of Ryanair, Ryanair UK, Buzz, Lauda and Malta Air, and it connects more than 240 destinations in over 40 countries. If you would like to work here Ryanair is recruiting for a Commercial Finance Analyst to sit within the commercial Department of Ryanair. This is a small department, offering exposure to all levels of the business, allowing you to have a major impact by helping the company reach 225 million passengers by 2026. To be considered you will need an accounting, finance, or commercial analytics background with up to five years’ of experience, plus a commercial mindset with the ability to communicate financial data in a simple and concise manner. Not quite what you’re after? Discover more job opportunities at Ryanair here.
For more great job opportunities in finance, visit the IFSC Job Board today.
By Kirstie McDermott
