Resilience Testing, Continuity and Incident Lead

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 opened in the Davy Resilience Team as the Group’s Resilience Testing, Continuity and Incident Lead. In this role, you will be responsible for the oversight and execution of Davy’s resilience testing, business continuity and incident-management  arrangements, reporting to the Head of Davy Resilience.  You are expected to become an SME in respect of applicable Central Bank requirements and be a central point of contact for any independent reviews in this area (primarily the Central Bank and Internal Audit). You will be working in a specialist resilience team where cross-functional expertise and input is expected and valued.   

In the role, the successful candidate will: 

• Be responsible for the management and oversight of Davy’s testing across the firm’s “Important Business Services” and DORA CIFs;
• Be responsible for core business continuity documentation, including governance documents, business continuity plans, impact analyses and playbooks;
• Manage and coordinate Davy’s resilience incident and crisis management plans, reporting and response (including DORA);
• Obtain and apply a strong working knowledge of the regulatory requirements around Operational be responsible for resilience and DORA in relation to these areas;
• Assist with resilience training; and
• Act as a regulatory and Davy control-function liaison.

About you  

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

• Business related or similar primary/post-grad degree.
• Recently qualified or currently studying accountancy or similar professional exams.
• Some experience in a resilience type area such as business continuity, operational resilience, third party risk management and/or disaster recovery.
• Regulatory experience, ideally financial services regulation in Ireland, the EU or the UK.
• Very good command of the English language with strong written and communication skills.

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.