Paul joined IQ-EQ in 2022 as Managing Director of IQ EQ Fund Management (Ireland) Limited through an acquisition, in which he was responsible for driving the growth of the Group’s acquired funds business in Ireland. In his new role, he will work closely with the wider regional leadership team to implement strategic growth plans and strengthen IQ-EQ as a market leader within the region.

Paul has over 25 years’ experience in the financial services sector, specialising in capital markets, wealth management and fund services. He started his career as an equity derivatives trader for Merrill Lynch, working in both London and Zurich. He reached the position of Director in the equity derivatives division before returning to Ireland as Head of Alternative Investments for Davy.Paul held a number of senior roles at Davy and most recently at Davy Global Fund Management where he was  Managing Director. .

Commenting on Paul’s appointment, John Legrand, IQ-EQ’s Regional CEO of UK, Ireland and the Crown Dependencies, said:

“Paul is a real asset to our team and is perfectly equipped to take over the leadership of our business in Ireland. He has the business acumen and industry experience to excel in his new role and I’m looking forward to working with him on current and future commercial plans. Under his expert stewardship I’m confident that  we can continue to grow and develop our service offering in Ireland.”

Paul added: “Ireland is a strategically important location for our Group, and I’m delighted to take on the role of Managing Director. We have exciting future commercial plans for the region, and I can’t wait to get started in this new capacity, supporting clients and leading our fantastic team.”