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Location: Ennis, County Clare Salary: Competitive basic depending on your experience Working Hours: Full or part time Experience Level: Must have previous experience working in an optician Come and join our accomplished team as a Dispensing Optician at Specsavers Ennis, where we are at the height of customer care. Join us and help work to ensure every single one of our customers receives the very best patient experience. We’re community-focused and we need someone ready to use their passion, skills and experience to build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Our Dispensing Opticians are the face of our clinic on the shop floor and usually an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed with management responsibilities. With ILM courses, pre-reg supervision and Specsavers Partnership Pathway available, we can guide you on your way to becoming a great leader. This – along with your clinical expertise – will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. We’re dedicated to our customers, but what really makes this role stand out is that we offer a workplace with a difference - where people grow both personally and professionally. What’s on offer? Then there’s you Alongside being a qualified and CORU registered Dispensing Optician, we are searching for someone who shares our store’s ethos. Someone who wants to grow, develop and offer exceptional customer care along the way. We want a practitioner who prides themselves on their clinical judgment, that isn’t afraid of a hands-on approach and who is keen to get involved and build rapport with the rest of the team. In summary, we’re looking for a skilled Dispensing Optician to join us, be part of the team and assist in driving our practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Dispensing Optician
Specsavers in Knocknacarra are looking for an experienced or newly qualified Dispensing Optician to join them. The focus at this store, is about pulling together and working as a team to ensure that our valued patients have an excellent experience. Become our new Dispensing Optician at Specsavers in Knocknacarra - a Brand New store looking to build a great reputation for staff progression and the very highest standards of customer care. What’s on Offer? We’re fully equipped with 3 test rooms, the latest clinical technology (including OCT), and a team of 25 – which includes fully trained optical assistants, so everything is in place to let you focus on what you do best. What we’re looking for Alongside being a qualified and CORU registered DOO, the right person for this position will be confident, possess a strong worth ethic and a willingness to succeed. You’ll be passionate about your job and enjoy a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a Dispensing Optician who will go the extra mile for our customers and someone who encourages their colleagues to do the same. In summary, we’re looking for a high calibre resident DO to join us and assist in driving this excellent practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Dispensing Optician
Specsavers in Letterkenny are looking for an experienced or newly qualified Dispensing Optician to join them. The focus at this store, is about pulling together and working as a team to ensure that our valued patients have an excellent experience. Become our new Dispensing Optician at Specsavers in Letterkenny, a highly successful store with a great reputation for staff progression and the very highest standards of customer care. What’s on Offer? Our Dispensing Opticians are an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed. With ILM courses, Pre-Reg supervision and the Specsavers Partnership scheme (Pathway) all available to explore. Along with your clinical and retail expertise – this will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. What we’re looking for Alongside being a qualified and GOC/CORU registered Dispensing Optician, the right person for this position will be confident, possess a strong worth ethic and a willingness to succeed. You’ll be passionate about your job and enjoy a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a Dispensing Optician who will go the extra mile for our customers and someone who encourages their colleagues to do the same. In summary, we’re looking for a high calibre resident Dispensing Optician to join us and assist in driving this excellent practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Trainee Optical Assistant
Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store Based in Donegal Town, our store has great career progression opportunities! What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Data Operations Senior Manager
Job Title: : Data Operations Senior Manager Vacancy ID : 097604 Vacancy Type : Permanent Post Date : 27-Aug-2025 Close Date : 17-Sep-2025 Your Role: As the Data Operations Senior Manager, you will lead the ¿Run¿ data engineering & platforms teams and be responsible for leading the day-to-day management and optimisation of the bank¿s Data & Analytics operations, ensuring data quality, availability, and reliability to support business operations, regulatory reporting, and Analytics. You will develop Data Operations strategies and establish processes and controls that ensure the scalability, efficiency, and security of the data environments. You will create efficiency by aligning data systems and processes with business goals. You will lead data pipeline execution, incident & problem resolution, and coordination between business and technical stakeholders. You will work closely with the Data Solutions Senior Manager, the leader of the `build¿ data engineering teams, acting as a trusted advisor to help their work in large scale change requests to be of long-standing value and scalable alongside existing engineering solutions. The Data Engineering & Platforms teams within the Run Pillar directs initiatives on operational processes that align with the company's strategic ambitions, as well as deploying systems that ensure data reliability, efficiency, and the capacity to scale effectively. Your Team: Your role will lead the Data Operations team within the `Run¿ Pillar of the CDAO function with key responsibility for teams and capabilities across Data Operations, Data Storage solutions, and Data & Analytics Platforms. This unit leads the organisation's efforts in managing and optimising data workflows, specialising in the development, optimisation, and management of data pipelines and storage solutions. Standardising data sourcing and integration, enhancing data quality and efficiency, and ensures data is clean, transformed, while also maintaining data lineage for transparency. You will report into the Head of Data and Analytics Operations & Services and lead a team of c.12 people as well as external partners as required. Your Responsibilities: Functional Strategy & Delivery
Data Governance Senior Manager
Job Title: : Data Governance Senior Manager Vacancy ID : 097602 Vacancy Type : Permanent Post Date : 27-Aug-2025 Close Date : 17-Sep-2025 Your Role: As the Data Governance Senior Manager, you will be responsible for implementing and overseeing the frameworks and processes that ensure the availability, usability, and integrity of data in the Bank. You will establish and maintain data governance frameworks to improve data quality and manage the protection of sensitive data and information assets. This includes leading Data Quality initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, defining data ownership and stewardship, and fostering a data driven culture across the organisation. You will lead Data Governance Council Meetings and coordinate with stakeholders across the business. You will lead a team that is central to ensuring excellent data management practices across the organisation. You will lead collaboration with various departments to align data governance with regulatory requirements such as GDPR, BCBS239, AI Act and other regulations specific to banking. Your Team: Your role will lead the Data Governance team within the `Run¿ Pillar of the CDAO function with key responsibility for teams and capabilities across Data Governance, Master Data Management and Data Quality. This team establishes policies, standards, and procedures to ensure data accuracy, quality, privacy, security, and regulatory compliance across the organisation. You will manage the team which leads the organisation's efforts in establishing data ownership, stewardship, and policy. This team directs initiatives on governance practices that align with the company's strategic ambitions, as well as implementing standards that ensure data quality, compliance, and the ability to scale effectively. You will report into the Head of Data and Analytics Operations & Services and lead a team of c.12 people as well as external partners as required. Your Responsibilities: Functional Strategy & Delivery
Business Partnering & Strategy Senior Manager
Job Title: : Business Partnering & Strategy Senior Manager Vacancy ID : 097598 Vacancy Type : Permanent Post Date : 27-Aug-2025 Close Date : 17-Sep-2025 Your Role: As Business Partnering & Strategy Senior manager you will lead the CDAO Business Partnering & Strategy team and act as a key point of contact between the CDAO and key business areas, bridging the gap between the bank¿s strategic goals, innovation ambitions and Data, Analytics, and AI driven solutions. You will facilitate data driven change and creating measurable business value. You will ensure that D&A initiatives are aligned to business priorities, effectively scoped, governed, and delivered with measurable impact. You will play a critical role in influencing demand, proactively identifying and framing innovative opportunities, and ensuring the successful adoption and value realisation of Data, Analytics, and AI solutions. Your team will facilitate intake, discovery assessment, and project management of D&A change and translate business needs into data product and analytics use cases, and detailed requirements. You will lead the team in partnering with stakeholders and translating between D&A professionals and business areas, ensuring that data-driven solutions are understandable and effectively implemented across the organisation. You will ensure that ways of working between CDAO and other teams is effective in supporting overall strategic initiatives delivery. Your Team: You will lead the Business Partnering & Strategy team within the ¿Engage¿ pillar of the CDAO function with key responsibility for teams and capabilities across Business Partnering, Business Analysis, Project Management, Demand & Prioritisation, D&A Literacy, Strategy development, Risk management, and the CDAO Business Office. You will support the team to partner with business areas, mobilise cross-functional teams, establish future states, develop business cases, and facilitate benefits tracking. You will report into the Head of Business Partnering & Advanced Analytics and lead a team of c. 10 people as well as external partners as required. Your Responsibilities: Functional Strategy & Delivery
AI Data Science Lead
Job Title: : AI Data Science Lead Vacancy ID : 097588 Vacancy Type : Permanent Post Date : 28-Aug-2025 Close Date : 18-Sep-2025 Your Role: The AI Data Science Lead is responsible for leading the development and application of artificial intelligence (AI), including GenAI, to solve complex business challenges. This role is pivotal to an effective enterprise Data, Analytics, & AI Operating model, partnering with business areas to understand their needs and challenges, while leveraging Advanced analytics and AI to drive growth, efficiency, and innovation. This role focuses on leading advanced algorithm design, leading and managing data science workflows, and ensuring the successful experimentation and deployment of AI solutions. You will work closely with data engineers, ML/AI engineers, and business stakeholders to drive innovation and optimise decision-making through data-driven solutions. During the formative phase of PTSB¿s capabilities in AI, this role will form part of a cross functional initiative, the ¿AI Lab¿. This is a key role requiring the individual to work collaboratively across the key pillars of CDAO, Technology and Risk as well as wider business teams to deliver the required outcomes. You will work closely with Technology in the architecture, development, and deployment of AI-driven systems and infrastructure, and with Model Risk in risk management of the deployment of AI solutions and systems. This role is responsible for driving the delivery of AI practices across the bank ensuring AI solutions are meeting business needs within our risk appetite. The AI Data Science Lead will focus on leveraging AI techniques and practices effectively, bridging AI capabilities with technology, data and business requirements, while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Your Team: You will lead a team of Data Science, AI and Data professionals in a dynamic and high-performing team as part of the CDAO. You¿ll be responsible for enabling, leading, and delivering some of the most innovative solutions in PTSB¿s history, focused firmly on bringing together the best of our people, data, and technology to deliver innovative solutions. You will report into the Head of Business Partnering & Advanced Analytics and lead a team of c.6 people as well as external partners as required. Your Responsibilities: To succeed in this role, you¿ll need proven experience of leading a high-performing team in delivery of complex, high-impact initiatives across a fast-paced regulated enterprise environment. Functional Strategy & Delivery
Advanced Analytics And Business Intelligence Senior Manager
Job Title: : Advanced Analytics and Business Intelligence Senior Manager Vacancy ID : 097600 Vacancy Type : Permanent Post Date : 27-Aug-2025 Close Date : 17-Sep-2025 Your Role: As Advanced Analytics and Business Intelligence Senior Manager you will be responsible for leading the Advanced Analytics teams within the CDAO ¿Engage¿ Pillar. You will lead the teams who transform data into actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making, commercial innovation, and operational improvements across the bank. You will lead, support, and deliver insight-driven decision support and predictive analytics across the organisation, partnering with key business areas to meet bank goals. You will lead scalable insight delivery by empowering business users through self-service analytics tools, reusable data assets, and guided support structures. Your role involves leading the delivery of Business Intelligence (BI) solutions that provide real-time insights into customer behaviours, market trends, and operational efficiency, as well as Advanced Analytics solutions that drive business outcomes. You will lead managers who report to you in leveraging BI, advanced analytics, machine learning, data science, and AI to drive growth, efficiency, and innovation. This role will play a crucial role in the Data & Analytics strategy set out by the bank to inform the product vision and roadmap for analytics products. You will be responsible for building a high performing team of Analytics managers, Data Science managers, Data analysts and Data scientists who exceed the expectations of the business stakeholders by applying best practices, ethics, and compliance standards. Your Team: You will lead the Business Intelligence and Advanced Analytics teams within the ¿Engage¿ pillar of the CDAO function with key responsibility for teams and capabilities across Business intelligence, Strategic insights, Predictive modelling, Analytics Governance, and Analytics enablement. This team leads efforts in creating a data-driven culture at PTSB, ensuring that data is accessible, understandable, and actionable for all employees. You will report into the Head of Business Partnering & Advanced Analytics and lead a team of c. 26 people as well as external partners as required. Your Responsibilities: Functional Strategy & Delivery Requirements: Essential ¿ ¿ Minimum of 8+ years¿ experience and demonstrable track record of achievement in Data & Analytics, or a relevant area, with at least 3 years in a leadership/management role. ¿ Relevant 3rd Level qualification (Degree, Masters) in a related field (IT, Computer Science, Data Science, Data Analytics). ¿ Proven track record of achievement in Data Analytics / Data Science or a relevant area, with experience in a leadership/management role. ¿ Leadership experience with data visualisation, reporting, business intelligence, UI/UX design. ¿ Experience in leading teams of data scientists in AI, ML and modelling delivery. ¿ Extensive knowledge of BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Quicksight, SAS Viya). ¿ Extensive knowledge of advanced analytical methods, with a focus on prescriptive, predictive, statistical modelling and AI literacy. ¿ Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. ¿ Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and persuade senior decision makers using complex data insights. ¿ Knowledge of the relevant regulatory obligations as they apply to the role e.g. - GDPR, Data Protection Act - EU AI Act
Finance Officer
Duties and Responsibilities · Balance Sheet o Work with the Financial Accountant to prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations for the purposes of monthly management accounts · Banking & Cashflow o Maintain register of bank accounts in use o Manage administration connected to bank accounts, bank mandates, etc. o Prepare monthly bank reconciliations across all accounts o Monitor cashflow to ensure organisational requirements are met · Credit/Purchasing Cards o Maintain the register of VISA Purchasing Cards o Order/Cancel VISA Purchasing Cards as required by the Services o Downloading and circulate VISA Card statements o Review and input the VISA confirmations returned · Accounts Payable & Procurement o Manage administration connected to the implementation of National Procurement Contracts o Prepare procurement compliance monitoring reports and other statutory reports o Provide support to the Accounts Payable function as required · Finance Department Cover o Provide hands-on cover for the Accounts Officer during periods of planned leave and other absence o Provide hands-on cover for the Financial Accountant during periods of planned leave and other absence · Other o Participate in special projects as required o Provide guidance on finance issues to service area administrative staff o Represent the organisation on national working groups as required · Support Head of Finance, Finance Operations Manager and Financial Accountant with ad hoc project work and other finance tasks as required This is not an exhaustive list of duties and staff will be required to undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and in line with the requirement of this post. Confidential information may be accessed at times and all BOCSI staff must ensure that the highest level of confidentiality is maintained at all times. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications / experience Eligible candidates are those who on closing date for applications have: · Significant experience relevant to the Finance Officer role particularly in the areas of Bank Reconciliations, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Purchasing Cards and Monthly Reporting · Very good MS Office skills, particularly knowledge and experience in MS Excel · The requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, initiative and interpersonal skills) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Other Requirements Essential: · Honest and trustworthy · Appreciation of the rights and needs of people with intellectual disabilities & their families · Willingness to assume significant responsibility, ownership and accountability · Flexibility and adaptability with a logical approach to problem solving and sound judgement · Ability to remain calm under pressure and when dealing with problems Desirable: · Level 6 qualification in Accounting or Business · Experience of working on statutory audits in an accounting practice · Knowledge of the services provided by the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Limerick Region Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge · Very good understanding of the purpose and principles of accounting and financial reporting · Very good understanding of the process and purpose in respect of Bank Reconciliations · Very good numeracy, analytical and report writing skills · Good knowledge and experience of financial audits, both internal and external, and a good understanding of the role of the Finance Team in respect of same · Very good MS Office skills Leadership & Direction · Demonstrate organisational skills to manage the monthly bank and purchasing cards processes ensuring accurate and timely reporting · Demonstrate analytical skills for interpreting financial information and data to spot inconsistencies and make informed decisions Critical Analysis and Decision Making · Demonstrate judgement and self-sufficiency in effective problem solving Operational Excellence – Managing and Delivering Results · Flexibility, adaptability and openness to working effectively in a changing environment · Capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines · Ability to manage resources through excellent organisational skills · Excellent problem solving skills & ability to prioritise workload · Having the personal resilience to deal with challenging and emotive situations Communication and Interpersonal Skills · Excellent inter-personal skills, which enable you to engage with people throughout the organisation and externally · Written and spoken communication skills that allow you to inform and advise others clearly · A proven track record in respect of excellent attention to detail with an emphasis on quality, accurate output · A proven ability to work both on own initiative, and as part of a team, together with a ‘can-do’ approach, the ability to organise and prioritise workload and a distinct ability to time manage effectively in order to meet strict deadlines · Personal qualities that demonstrate confidence, sound judgment, enthusiasm, commitment and ethics. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting/Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent, pensionable and whole time. A panel may be created from which other permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. Remuneration The Salary scale for this Grade VI post is: €57,325, €58,691, €60,359,€63,491, €65,363, €67,695, €70,034 LSIs New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is 35 hours. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at job offer stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service, or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland shall be subject to a probationary period of 9 months. Health & Safety Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated employer protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role.
