Fixed Income Senior Associate

About UsAt Davy, it's the unique talents of all our people that have been the foundations of our success for almost 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 RoleThe Fixed income Senior Associate will provide support across several areas of the Fixed income team including repo management, trade execution, daily reporting, client engagement, DCM support and management reporting. The role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who is seeking to gain front office experience in Ireland's largest fixed income franchise. Key Accountabilities  Support repo execution across the desk's market making sovereign and corporate exposures. Coordination with internal support functions (Capital Market Operations (CMO), finance and risk}. Liaise with repo counterparties, maintain existing relationships and promote further counterparty expansion over time. Support execution of wealth management fixed income activity. Assume responsibility for reporting of Irish stock exchange volumes. Assume responsibility for posting fixed income flows/axes to institutional clients via Bloomberg chat.    Provide sales cover for client engagement and bilateral pricing requests. Support the counterparty set-up process in conjunction with the Head of Distribution.  Support the Debt Capital Markets function for primary issuance (Documentation/Internal Governance/Order collation). Provide support in management reporting, data collation and internal presentation requirements. Provide input and support on client presentations and desk research output.  RequirementsWe are looking for somebody who has the following background and skills:Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or business is preferable but not essential. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Understanding and awareness of financial markets. High level of proficiency in Microsoft excel and PowerPoint. Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement. 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 InformationDavy 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.   The position set out above is defined in the Fitness & Probity Standards issued by the Central Bank of Ireland 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 applicable to your position, any offer of employment is conditional upon you demonstrating that you meet the Fitness & Probity Standards.