The funds industry in Ireland offers exciting career opportunities for graduates and employers can be found in a variety of locations, from Dublin to Cork, Limerick, Galway and Kilkenny.

Job opportunities for graduates include fund management and administration, investment banking, investment management, along with corporate banking (financial services for companies with high turnovers) and private banking (services for high net-worth individuals).

Entry routes for these jobs is usually through a graduate training scheme, and many recruiters also offer internships which can give you valuable experience when it comes to applying for jobs. While these are competitive areas to get into, the good news is that you don’t necessarily need a degree in finance. You can expect a career that is a fast-paced, demanding and well rewarded.

Fund management / administration and investment banking FAQs: everything you need to know about getting a job in fund management / administration and investment banking.