Deputy Governor, Consumer & Investor Protection

The Central Bank of Ireland’s Mission is to serve the public interest by maintaining monetary and financial stability while ensuring that the financial system operates in the best interest of consumers and the wider economy. Our Vision is to be a central bank that is trusted by the public, respected by its peers and a fulfilling workplace for its people. We are part of Europe’s monetary and banking unions, and of the world’s network of financial regulators. We work with people across Ireland and with colleagues across Europe, and elsewhere in the world, in the delivery of our Mission.We currently have a vacancy for a Deputy Governor role - Consumer & Investor Protection reporting to the Governor. The term of office is for a fixed five-year period, with an opportunity to extend for a further five years. The salary for the role will be €284,943.As the Deputy Governor (Consumer & Investor Protection), the successful candidate will be part of the Executive Leadership Team responsible for implementing the Bank’s strategy and delivering its statutory objectives. They will have specific responsibility for overseeing the regulatory frameworks, policies and initiatives that safeguard the rights and interests of consumers and investors in one of the world’s major financial centres.***Please do not apply via Central Bank links*** See application details below***The RoleReporting to the Governor, and as part of the Executive Leadership Team, the Deputy Governor (Consumer & Investor Protection) will be responsible for:

• The collective leadership and stewardship of the Central Bank, delivery of the Bank’s strategy and promotion of its culture and Values;
• Fostering an integrated organisation and a workplace environment and culture that is consistent with the Bank’s Values;
• Leading and shaping advice to the Governor on a broad range of financial regulation and supervision issues, with specific responsibility for leading the strategic development and execution of consumer and investor protection policies;
• Chairing and/or attending sub-committees of the Executive Leadership Committee;
• Engaging with stakeholders, and representing the Bank in domestic and international fora;
• Providing leadership and guidance to Directors and their teams (as allocated by the Governor);
• Setting clear directional priorities for the Bank.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Significant experience working at very senior levels in either a financial services regulator, regulated firm, central bank or finance ministry (experience of a combination of these would be particularly desirable).
• Strong knowledge of domestic and international (particularly European) financial services frameworks, regulatory principles and standards.
• Strong strategic leadership experience, including in successfully delivering organisational transformation and change.
• A proven track-record of leadership at senior management level in an organisation of scale with complex and high-profile stakeholder engagement, demonstrating sound judgment on both policy and operational matters.
• Experience of working collaboratively as part of an executive leadership team committed to delivery of the Bank’s Mission and Vision;
• An ability to communicate clearly and with impact, and to lead and inspire a team of committed, purpose-led, professionals.

The successful candidate will hold a university degree in economics or finance or equivalent professional experience.We know that it's our people who make the Central Bank special and we are focused on creating a diverse, inclusive, fulfilling and progressive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives as diversity strengthens us, as individuals and as an organisation. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities. If we can make any reasonable accommodations for you in the recruitment process in order to give you the opportunity to perform to your best, please email our Disability Inclusion Partner, Rebecca Daly at Rebecca.daly@centralbank.ie or 01 224 6711. (Any information that you provide will be used only for the purposes of providing relevant support and will have no bearing on how your application will be viewed.)Our policies also provide insight into our organisational culture, work environment and working arrangements. Here are some of the key policies (subject to ongoing review and amendment) which may be of interest as you consider a career with us.For a confidential discussion, you may contact Simon Waddington, Head of Financial Services, Korn Ferry. Applicants are invited to submit a CV and cover letter in strict confidence via email to simon.waddington@kornferry.comClosing date for applications: 16th May 2025All applications for the above position will be managed by the Central Bank’s executive search partner, Korn Ferry. Korn Ferry are the Data Controller for all personal data processed as part of this recruitment and selection process. Information on how your personal data is processed by Korn Ferry and your data protection rights can be found in Korn Ferry.