22 Management Consulting jobs in Ireland

Optum is a global organisation that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Optum, the fastest growing part of UnitedHealth Group, is a leading information and technology-enabled health services business. Our teams are dedicated to modernizing the health care system and improving the lives of people and communities.

Serving virtually every dimension of the health system, we work with a diverse set of clients across 150 countries – from those who diagnose and treat patients to those who pay for care, deliver health services, and those who supply the cures. Optum maintains operations across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. Our innovative partnerships provide technology and tools that enable unprecedented collaboration and efficiency. As a result, we can tap into valuable health care data to uncover insights and develop strategies for better care at lower costs.

The Business, Analysis and Reporting (BAR) team is a key partner for all value streams across Payment Integrity. The BAR team's mission is to develop and sustain a deep understanding of our business's operations and associated data (operational and financial), to create and maintain the metrics, reporting, modeling, and analysis needed to measure performance and drive continuous improvement.

We have an exciting opportunity for an
Associate Director of Business Analysis & Reporting
, partnering with the Data Mining and Recoveries value stream within Non-Clinical Payment Integrity services. This individual will lead the Data Mining and Recoveries BAR team to deliver and maintain reporting and analysis, illustrating daily / weekly / monthly / annual business results. This individual will lead the forecasting and results measurement process, which tracks key performance indicators against internal budget and forecasted targets. This individual will have the ability to use data and performance measures, to understand key drivers and provide insight and recommendations to our Data Mining and Recoveries partners.

Schedule
: Full-time position with standard working hours of Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm.

Careers with Optum offer flexible work arrangements and individuals who live and work in the Republic of Ireland will have the opportunity to split their monthly work hours between our Dublin or Letterkenny office and telecommuting from a home-based office in a hybrid work model.
Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct and manage Business Analysis & Reporting activity for Data Mining and Recoveries operations team, which includes analyzing, reviewing, forecasting, trending, and presenting information for operational and business planning
• Partner with and foster critical relationships with key partners in Operations, Finance and Partner Services
• Lead and manage a team to deliver regular reporting, analysis, trends and meet savings validation targets
• Develop, support, and present ad-hoc client and operational reports
• Represent business operations owners/leaders as necessary to report on and explain results

You will be rewarded and recognised for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as providing development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) OR equivalent experience
• Experience managing complex business/operations and financial analyses, both at the business and individual client level
• Experience in report design
• Experience presenting business/operations and financial analyses to internal and external clients and senior executives
• Advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel, Power Point and Access)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with healthcare operations
• Ability to design and build effective written presentations and present complex analyses
• Ability to review the analysis and interpretation of others' work
• Experience in analysis of business processes and workflows, and providing evaluations, benchmarks, and/or process improvement recommendations

Soft Skills

• High standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized
• Highly motivated and driven individual with the ability to think creatively

Please note you must currently be eligible to work and remain indefinitely without any restrictions in the country to which you are making an application. Proof will be required to support your application.
All telecommuters will be required to adhere to the UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalised groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Optum is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, race, and membership of the Traveller community, or any other characteristic protected by law. Optum is a drug-free workplace Optum Services (Ireland) Limited. All rights reserved.

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Relocation Support: This role is based in Dublin, Ireland. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

Are you ready to lead high-impact programs that shape the future of commercial and operational excellence across Novartis International? As Associate Director in our Business Solutions International (BSI) Consulting and Program Management team, you'll drive strategic initiatives that solve complex business challenges and deliver measurable outcomes. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful difference at scale, collaborating with cross-functional teams and championing innovation through AI-powered solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Scope and design priority programs aligned with BSI Consulting and Program Management objectives
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact programs driving commercial and operational excellence
• Collaborate across geographies to ensure program alignment with business goals and priorities
• Champion AI/GenAI adoption to enhance program delivery and problem-solving capabilities
• Strengthen team capabilities in consulting, program management, and commercial acumen
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships across International to drive delivery excellence
• Partner with other BSI teams to support program execution and capability-building initiatives
• Coach and mentor consultants to foster growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Role model Novartis values and promote a unified, impact-driven team culture

Essential Requirements

• Extensive experience managing full project lifecycles, from planning to execution
• 7+ years in pharmaceutical, life sciences, or healthcare industries with consulting or program management background
• Proven ability to lead consulting teams and engage diverse stakeholders across matrixed organizations
• Strong track record applying consulting tools and AI/GenAI solutions to solve complex business challenges
• Demonstrated success in delivering global programs within commercial or pharma settings
• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, business administration, or economics

Desirable Requirements

• Master's degree in a business-related field and relevant certifications (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, Agile, Change Management)
• Experience with facilitation, coaching, design thinking, enterprise communications, or product/project management methodologies

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?

Join our Novartis Network: Not the right Novartis role for you? Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as soon as they come up:

Benefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally:

Division

International

Business Unit

Universal Hierarchy Node

Location

Ireland

Site

Dublin (NOCC)

Company / Legal Entity

IE02 (FCRS = IE002) Novartis Ireland Ltd

Functional Area

BD&L & Strategic Planning

Job Type

Full time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.

At Gilead, we're creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we've tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world's biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead's team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we're looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description
Job Description –Manager IT Business Systems Tax
Specific Responsibilities and skills for Position:
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet need. With each new discovery and experimental drug candidate, we seek to improve the care of patients suffering from life-threatening diseases. Gilead's primary areas of focus include HIV/AIDS, liver disease and serious cardiovascular and respiratory conditions. The company is currently seeking a
Manager IT Business Systems Tax
The
Manager IT Business Systems Tax
will play a critical role in carrying out important initiatives of the Gilead IT team, to partner with the business, other groups of IT and AMS to ensure operational issues are resolved timely, and ecosystem is stable and the data integration is accurate, also to provide insight into enhancements (functional and technical subject matter expertise) and support ongoing sustainment roadmap, work with solution providers to ensure scalability, and fulfilling growing needs of the business.

'Manager IT Business Systems PTP'
role description
: An Ideal person will be someone with extensive experience in Thomson Reuters one source and its various products not limited to One Source Tax Determination, Indirect Tax Compliance, Orbit Tax but also this ONESOURCE Tax IT Consultant is responsible for the end-to-end implementation, configuration, and support of Thomson Reuters' ONESOURCE tax solutions, with a strong focus on integration with SAP S/4HANA. This role requires deep expertise in direct tax configuration within SAP S/4HANA and a solid understanding of global statutory tax reporting requirements, including e-invoicing, e-ledger, and SAF-T reporting. The consultant will work closely with tax, finance, and IT teams to ensure compliance, streamline tax operations, and support digital tax transformation initiatives.

Functional Skills:
Must have proven experience of implementation, configuration, customization and integration of Thomson Reuters One Source, SAP S4 HANA and Collaboration Modules in a global company.

• Implement and configure ONESOURCE tax modules to meet business and compliance needs.
• Integrate ONESOURCE with SAP S/4HANA, focusing on Direct Tax configuration and data flow.
• Design and support statutory tax reporting solutions, including e-invoicing, e-ledger, and SAF-T across various jurisdictions.
• Manage data integration and ensure accuracy between ERP systems and tax platforms.
• Provide ongoing support, troubleshooting, and user training for tax systems.
• Collaborate with tax, finance, and IT teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Contribute to project planning, execution, and communication with stakeholders.
• Act as key subject matter expert for core Tax modules of Thomson Reuters and SAP S4 HANA and any other tools which has strong knowledge of ancillary systems and integration points; understand systems/tools process and usage
• Conduct business needs analysis and identify key business challenges with the business teams and key stakeholders
• Identify improvement opportunities to achieve business desired business outcomes
• Define 'To-Be' stage of processes, solution application requirement and performance measurements
• Co-develop deployment/enablement strategy, roadmap and plan to achieve 'To-Be' stage effectively
• Conduct deployment activities and measure achievement of desired outcomes
• Lead change for large scale multi-site ERP Implementation (SAP S/4HANA, FI, MM) and other related transformational change efforts where we have Tax implications, including but not limited to efficiency and business process and systems capability development
• Analyze complex ideas or proposals and build a range of meaningful recommendations.
• Use multiple sources of information including broader stakeholder views to develop solutions and recommendations
• Ability to develop, implement and support complex business processes in an SAP environment; to design, build, test and deploy S/4HANA Finance business and other technical solutions
• Partner with Global procure to pay leaders to understand the Tax requirements and priorities for the SAP PTP systems and tools
• Working knowledge of OpenText VIM integration with Tax and S4 HANA
• Knowledge of building integration with some of the country specific requirements in EMEA, Asia and Lat America via 3rd party integrators
• Provide global training, including ongoing support and guidance, for areas of responsibility

Qualifications

• Master's or bachelor's degree in finance and Accounting with extensive IT experience in Thomson Reuters One Source and/or ERP Information Systems like SAP S4 HANA
• Proven experience with One Source Tax Suite implementation and Support
• Strong Knowledge of Statutory Tax reporting (e-Invoicing, e-ledger, SAF-T) across multiple jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and data integration tools.
• Experience of working for a multinational corporation
• Experience in technology implementation and supporting stakeholders through change management
• Pro-actively contribute to the continuous improvement of technology/business processes through identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing changes.
• Take responsibility for Gilead's core business systems, including administration, maintenance, and development.
• Excellent communication and management skills, with an ability to influence at all levels.

The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive and are subject to change in accordance with the needs of the firm.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

It is the policy of Gilead Sciences, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively "Gilead" or the "Company") to recruit select and employ the most qualified persons available for positions throughout the Company. Except if otherwise provided by applicable law, all employment actions relating to issues such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoffs, company-sponsored training, education assistance, social and recreational programs are administered on a non-discriminatory basis (i.e. without regard to protected characteristics or prohibited grounds, which may include an individual's gender, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, veteran status, and age, unless such protection is prohibited by federal, state, municipal, provincial, local or other applicable laws). Gilead also prohibits discrimination based on any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

For Current Gilead Employees And Contractors
Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.

Dublin, Cologne or Paris

This role is part of the APAC EUROPE Strategic Business Finance team and will be responsible for managing and coordinating expense planning, analysis, and reporting for the APAC-Europe Business Unit, including XL ICSE legal entity. Your scope will extend beyond traditional financial analysis to include productivity assessments and reporting of transformation and cost savings initiatives. You will serve as a trusted advisor to regional leadership by providing insights, facilitating strategic decision-making, and ensuring alignment with broader corporate objectives. You will work closely with the Country Finance Heads, the Head of Business Finance to ensure that the region meets its expense, productivity, and transformation targets. Additionally, you will work in close partnership with the COO office to support strategic initiatives and ensure cohesive execution across functions.

These deliverables represent the contribution of the APAC Europe BU to the AXA XL Division Plan, Budget and Forecast as well as the XL ICSE reporting to the regulator (i.e. CBI), in collaboration with the Closing Team.

What You'll Be Doing
What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Establishing and nurturing a strong and trusted link with the local Finance teams in the APAC & Europe BU, understanding their local environment, respective strategic, operational and financial challenges and productivity drivers to:

• Monitor and analyse the expenses of the APAC Europe Business Unit.

• Manage the quarterly expense closing and accrual process, collaborating closely with local Financial Controllers.
• Manage and coordinate all budgeting and forecasting exercises, partnering with local finance and the APAC EU Leadership team.
• Consolidate and prepare quarterly analysis and commentary at the BU level for the CFO, Leadership Team, and Central Finance on performance against budget and forecasts.

• Conduct productivity analysis to identify efficiency gains and areas for operational improvement.

• Be an effective and trusted business partner to the APAC EU Leadership Team by providing quarterly view of their expenses, aiding in their understanding of expenses and supporting decision-making.

• Become primary point of contact and act as coordinator for the analysis of indirect expense allocation for and within the region, collaborating closely with the Allocation Team, Local Finance, and Finance Business Partners of other workstreams.
• Assist in monitoring and tracking the financial impacts of various projects, including Harmonisation and Growth Initiatives, in partnership with key stakeholders to enhance efficiency and streamline processes.
• Lead transformation and savings reporting, tracking progress against targets and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Act as the central point of contact for all expense-related matters both within the BU and externally regarding APAC Europe.
• Collaborate with procurement, accounts payable, and local finance to update and maintain the COUPA/SAP approval matrix for the region, to ensure that all third-party invoices are processed promptly.
• Maintain and enhance the Cost Centre structure for the region, working with the central finance, expense planning team and functional leaders in the region.

What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Organized, methodical, able to deal effectively with multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Robust project management skills with a demonstrated capability to handle competing priorities during compressed reporting timelines
• Ability to navigate a complex global organization, understand constituencies served, and develop/leverage relationships necessary to bring matters to resolution
• Comfortable working directly with senior leaders in the region and to challenge their inputs
• Strong experience with planning/reporting systems (e.g. Anaplan) as well as advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint
• Fluent in English

Who We Are
AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Learn more at

What We Offer
Inclusion
AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential.
It's about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Rewards
AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.

We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.

Sustainability
At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see

Job Description:

Manager, Strategic Business Finance and Planning APAC Europe

Dublin, Cologne or Paris

This role is part of the APAC EUROPE Strategic Business Finance team and will be responsible for managing and coordinating expense planning, analysis, and reporting for the APAC-Europe Business Unit, including XL ICSE legal entity. Your scope will extend beyond traditional financial analysis to include productivity assessments and reporting of transformation and cost savings initiatives. You will serve as a trusted advisor to regional leadership by providing insights, facilitating strategic decision-making, and ensuring alignment with broader corporate objectives. You will work closely with the Country Finance Heads, the Head of Business Finance to ensure that the region meets its expense, productivity, and transformation targets. Additionally, you will work in close partnership with the COO office to support strategic initiatives and ensure cohesive execution across functions.

These deliverables represent the contribution of the APAC Europe BU to the AXA XL Division Plan, Budget and Forecast as well as the XL ICSE reporting to the regulator (i.e. CBI), in collaboration with the Closing Team.

What you'll be doing

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Establishing and nurturing a strong and trusted link with the local Finance teams in the APAC & Europe BU, understanding their local environment, respective strategic, operational and financial challenges and productivity drivers to:
• Monitor and analyse the expenses of the APAC Europe Business Unit.
• Manage the quarterly expense closing and accrual process, collaborating closely with local Financial Controllers.
• Manage and coordinate all budgeting and forecasting exercises, partnering with local finance and the APAC EU Leadership team.
• Consolidate and prepare quarterly analysis and commentary at the BU level for the CFO, Leadership Team, and Central Finance on performance against budget and forecasts.
• Conduct productivity analysis to identify efficiency gains and areas for operational improvement.
• Be an effective and trusted business partner to the APAC EU Leadership Team by providing quarterly view of their expenses, aiding in their understanding of expenses and supporting decision-making.
• Become primary point of contact and act as coordinator for the analysis of indirect expense allocation for and within the region, collaborating closely with the Allocation Team, Local Finance, and Finance Business Partners of other workstreams.
• Assist in monitoring and tracking the financial impacts of various projects, including Harmonisation and Growth Initiatives, in partnership with key stakeholders to enhance efficiency and streamline processes.
• Lead transformation and savings reporting, tracking progress against targets and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Act as the central point of contact for all expense-related matters both within the BU and externally regarding APAC Europe.
• Collaborate with procurement, accounts payable, and local finance to update and maintain the COUPA/SAP approval matrix for the region, to ensure that all third-party invoices are processed promptly.
• Maintain and enhance the Cost Centre structure for the region, working with the central finance, expense planning team and functional leaders in the region.

What you'll bring

We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Organized, methodical, able to deal effectively with multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Robust project management skills with a demonstrated capability to handle competing priorities during compressed reporting timelines
• Ability to navigate a complex global organization, understand constituencies served, and develop/leverage relationships necessary to bring matters to resolution
• Comfortable working directly with senior leaders in the region and to challenge their inputs
• Strong experience with planning/reporting systems (e.g. Anaplan) as well as advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint
• Fluent in English

Who we are

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Learn more at

What we offer

Inclusion

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Rewards

AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.

We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see

Vacancy Number: 27281

Category: Business

Job Type: Full-time

Position Description

This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to work in a dynamic, commercial and customer focused team. The Developing Businesses Commercial Team supports the delivery of the ESB Net Zero by 2040 Strategy by working closely with a portfolio of innovative developing businesses in ESB Customer Solutions (e-Cars, Smart Energy Services, Superhomes and SO Energy) across Ireland and the UK. The commercial team supports these developing businesses in areas such as investment appraisal, business case development, contracting strategies and contract negotiations.

The Commercial Analyst works within the Commercial Team and is responsible for development of financial and commercial analysis (including development of robust financial models) to support business case development for a variety of business opportunities and the evaluation of business scenarios. The successful candidate will advise on and influence decision-making, and review, challenge and make recommendations in respect of commercial and strategic opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and delivery of robust financial models, including financial sensitivity analysis to identify key financial risks and appropriate mitigants.
• Assessment, challenge and enhancement of business cases and investment decision making processes.
• Providing financial / commercial support for contract negotiations and commercial projects.
• Performance of financial due diligence on potential acquisitions or review of externally performed due diligence as appropriate.
• Management of external financial advisors including tax, accounting and risk management.

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• A commercial mindset with effective interpersonal, analytical and communication skills.
• A third level or professional qualification, and at least 7-10 years relevant post qualification work experience, are essential.
• Strong financial modelling capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with internal and external stakeholders, including senior and business line managers.
• Ability to leverage relationships to influence solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in management of a demanding workload, including appropriate prioritisation of short-term and long-term deliverables.

Desirable

• An understanding of Irish and British energy markets would be beneficial.

Location

This role will be based in Swift Square, Northwood, Santry.

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least two anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.

Reporting to

The Commercial Manager, Developing Businesses, ESB Customer Solutions

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition to net zero carbon future
• Progressive, hybrid working model
• Career development through mentoring and training
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Salary

€69,500 - €1,800 per annum (depending on experience)

Closing Date

25th September 2025

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence,

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland's leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.

Position Description
This is an exciting and challenging opportunity to work in a dynamic, commercial and customer focused team. The Developing Businesses Commercial Team supports the delivery of the ESB Net Zero by 2040 Strategy by working closely with a portfolio of innovative developing businesses in ESB Customer Solutions (e-Cars, Smart Energy Services, Superhomes and SO Energy) across Ireland and the UK. The commercial team supports these developing businesses in areas such as investment appraisal, business case development, contracting strategies and contract negotiations.

The Commercial Analyst works within the Commercial Team and is responsible for development of financial and commercial analysis (including development of robust financial models) to support business case development for a variety of business opportunities and the evaluation of business scenarios. The successful candidate will advise on and influence decision-making, and review, challenge and make recommendations in respect of commercial and strategic opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and delivery of robust financial models, including financial sensitivity analysis to identify key financial risks and appropriate mitigants.
• Assessment, challenge and enhancement of business cases and investment decision making processes.
• Providing financial / commercial support for contract negotiations and commercial projects.
• Performance of financial due diligence on potential acquisitions or review of externally performed due diligence as appropriate.
• Management of external financial advisors including tax, accounting and risk management.

Essential
Experience and Qualifications

• A commercial mindset with effective interpersonal, analytical and communication skills.
• A third level or professional qualification, and at least 7-10 years relevant post qualification work experience, are essential.
• Strong financial modelling capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with internal and external stakeholders, including senior and business line managers.
• Ability to leverage relationships to influence solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in management of a demanding workload, including appropriate prioritisation of short-term and long-term deliverables.

Desirable

• An understanding of Irish and British energy markets would be beneficial.

Location
This role will be based in Swift Square, Northwood, Santry.

ESB is committed to smart working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible ways of working. The successful candidate may work flexibly within their jurisdiction with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration on at least
two
anchor days per week. All smart working arrangements are subject to manager approval and ongoing review, based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the individual.
Reporting to
The Commercial Manager, Developing Businesses, ESB Customer Solutions

Why Work with Us?

• Opportunity to lead Ireland's transition to net zero carbon future
• Progressive, hybrid working model
• Career development through mentoring and training
• Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
• Sports and Social Clubs
• Networking opportunities
• Credit Union
• Generous Pension
• Access to staff well-being programmes
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Strong values-based and inclusive culture
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Salary
€69,500 - €91,800 per annum (depending on experience)

Closing Date
25th September 2025
Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

Burren Lowlands CLG invites proposals from experienced consultants or consultancy teams to deliver a strategic development project that supports the growth of a sustainable business network in the Burren Lowlands region.

This project is funded under a specific allocation of €10,000 and aims to provide a clear roadmap for business network development, informed by local needs, stakeholder engagement, and best practices in business support.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term

Work Location: Remote

Expected start date: 22/09/2025