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To continue putting local talent on the global stage, FinTrU is expanding its award-winning Financial Services Academy to the North West.
Join Northern Ireland's 'Best Place to Work 2018' at its newly established
North West Centre of Excellence in Derry/Londonderry.



To continue putting local talent on the global stage, FinTrU is expanding its award-winning Financial Services Academy to the North West.
Join Northern Ireland's 'Best Place to Work 2018' at its newly established
North West Centre of Excellence in Derry/Londonderry.


DARRAGH MCCARTHY
FOUNDER & CEO
Darragh McCarthy is the CEO and Founder of FinTrU. He started his career at Morgan Stanley in 1994 and remained there until late 2012. During his time at Morgan Stanley, Darragh was based in London, Frankfurt and New York and held various responsibilities including Global COO for Institutional Securities, COO for EMEA, Head of Fixed Income Sales North America and Head of Fixed Income Sales EMEA.
In 2013 Darragh founded FinTrU recognising the increasing demand from Global Investment Banks for high-quality resources to navigate the ever-increasing regulatory landscape. Whilst managed as a profit-driven organisation, Darragh also considers FinTrU as having a social purpose to create high-quality professional employment on the island of Ireland.
Darragh has a First Class Honours BComm International from University College of Dublin, Ireland. He has been nominated for EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2018. Darragh speaks fluent German and Dutch.
DARRAGH MCCARTHY
FOUNDER & CEO

Darragh McCarthy is the CEO and Founder of FinTrU. He started his career at Morgan Stanley in 1994 and remained there until late 2012. During his time at Morgan Stanley, Darragh was based in London, Frankfurt and New York and held various responsibilities including Global COO for Institutional Securities, COO for EMEA, Head of Fixed Income Sales North America and Head of Fixed Income Sales EMEA.
In 2013 Darragh founded FinTrU recognising the increasing demand from Global Investment Banks for high-quality resources to navigate the ever-increasing regulatory landscape. Whilst managed as a profit-driven organisation, Darragh also considers FinTrU as having a social purpose to create high-quality professional employment on the island of Ireland.
Darragh has a First Class Honours BComm International from University College of Dublin, Ireland. He has been nominated for EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2018. Darragh speaks fluent German and Dutch.

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Our Mission Statement
"Empowering our people to drive industry-disrupting, innovative solutions within financial services, making a positive contribution to global clients and local communities"

EARLY CAREERS
Diversity and innovation go hand in hand, and that is why we believe in hiring graduates from all degree backgrounds and disciplines.
We offer an array of early career opportunities including our Financial Services Academy, Legal Academy, Placement Programme and Apprenticeships.
FinTrU is a recipient of the Diversity Charter Mark NI.
FinTrU is committed to gender equality and diversity in the workplace.
Diversity is a key component to growing a thriving, multi-skilled knowledgeable workforce.

EMPLOYEE
BENEFITS
CAN INCLUDE

Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Strategy


Private Medical Insurance


Income Protection


Life Assurance


TOP TIPS
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Review the role that you are applying for and adapt your CV and cover letter to reflect how you meet some of the key requirements of the role
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Review the FinTrU website in as much detail as you can before you apply. Take time to review our People pages and FinTrU Insights which explores hot topics within the Financial Services industry and are written by a range of FinTrU employees.
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Look at your skills and experience and determine which role is best suited to those. Research FinTrU's core services to determine which line may suit you best.
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Consider why FinTrU? This is a key question that we will want to discuss with you at interview and is really your opportunity to stand out from the crowd. Be creative and show your passions. This is also a great chance to demonstrate your understanding of our brand and our business.
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Apply early! We review as we go, so the sooner you submit your application, the sooner we can let you know if you have been successful and can put you forward to the next stage.