About us
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.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Portfolio Analyst to join our Private Client division. In the role, the successful candidate will:
- Be responsible for the management of discretionary client portfolios in conjunction with agreed client mandate and Investment Committee guidance;
- Conduct significant client portfolio analysis with a strong focus on asset allocation, performance and risk drift.
- Work with the senior members on monitoring and reporting of performance and risk of funds and portfolios managed by Davy to internal and external benchmarks;
- Analyse and effectively communicate the drivers of this performance to the different stakeholders including client advisors
- Support the Investment Committee’s evaluations and decisions with ad hoc investment analysis related to the current or prospective products
- Act as a point of contact between the team and Client Advisers on all investment issues.
- Work closely with the Investment Strategy & Investment Selection teams to ensure that core portfolios deliver on their goals.
- Work closely with senior members of the Portfolio Management Group on various projects.
- Work with IS to drive efficiencies in processes.
- Comply with the Risk and Compliance frameworks, policies and procedures associated with the role.
F&P
The position set out above is defined in the Fitness & Probity Standards issued by the Central Bank of Ireland as a “Controlled Function (CF)”. In compliance with the Fitness and Probity Standards applicable to your position, any offer of employment is conditional upon you demonstrating that you meet the Fitness & Probity Standards.
Requirements
About you
We are looking for somebody who has the following background and skills:
- Relevant 3rd level Degree or Masters in business/mathematics/finance/accountancy or engineering;
- 3-5 years of relevant experience
- Experience of quantitative research, performance measurement, performance attribution and ex-ante/ex-post risk will be preferred
- APA Savings and Investments qualification or equivalent is desirable;
- Working towards Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation or equivalent professional qualification;
- Excellent information technology capability, including a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint);
- Working knowledge of scripted/programming languages (eg, Python and SQL) essential;
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving and quantitative skills;
- Demonstrable interest and understanding of financial markets and main asset classes;
- Strong communication and presentation skills; verbal and written;
- High level of accuracy with strong attention to detail.
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.
The position set out above is defined in the Fitness & Probity Standards issued by the Central Bank of Ireland (“Fitness & Probity Standards”) as a “Controlled Function (CF)”, namely CF3, CF4 and CF10. The role is also subject to the Minimum Competency Code. In compliance with the Fitness and Probity Standards, any offer of employment is conditional upon you demonstrating that you meet the Standards.
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.
Skills Required
- Relevant third-level degree or master's degree in business, mathematics, finance, accountancy, or engineering
- 3–5 years of relevant experience
- Experience in quantitative research, performance measurement, performance attribution, and ex-ante/ex-post risk
- APA Savings and Investments qualification or equivalent
- Working toward the Chartered Financial Analyst designation or equivalent professional qualification
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
- Working knowledge of scripted or programming languages, including Python and SQL
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills
- Demonstrable interest in and understanding of financial markets and major asset classes
- Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
- High accuracy and strong attention to detail
- Eligibility to work in Ireland
What We Do
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. Davy Group is a member of the Bank of Ireland Group. What we offer We offer a range of benefits and experiences to support your professional and personal growth, whatever your career stage. Our benefits are not just a number. Yes, we offer competitive salary, annual performance-related discretionary bonus, annual flexible benefits, employer pension contribution, and multiple insurance coverage. But more than that, we focus on developing our people to be their best, professionally and personally. Training support provided by award-winning Learning & Development Team, extensive sports & social programmes (including free on-site gym & fitness studio), flexible working options, employee assistance programme, enhanced leave options, and social & community care initiatives are just some of the ways our people can empower themselves to be their best.
