Finance Manager

Location: Dublin 4, Dublin
Type: Permanent
Job #47756

Finance Manager – Full-Time Permanent – Mental Health Commission

Osborne are delighted to be partnering with the Mental Health Commission in the recruitment of a Finance Manager (Higher Executive Officer) a Full-Time Permanent basis. For details of this position and information on how to apply please see details below:

How to apply:
To apply for this role candidates must submit the relevant, signed and completed application form to mhc@osborne.ie

You can find the information booklet and application form at https://osborne.ie/mhc-employment-opportunities/
**CV’s will not be accepted as an application form**

The Organisation
The MHC is an independent statutory body established in April 2002 under the provisions of the Mental Health Acts 2001-2018 (“the 2001 Act”). The principal functions of the MHC, as specified in the 2001 Act, are to promote, encourage and foster the establishment and maintenance of high standards and good practices in the delivery of mental health services and to take all reasonable steps to protect the interests of persons detained in approved centres. The MHC is also empowered to undertake such activities, as it deems appropriate to foster and promote these standards and practices.

The Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act 2015 (“the 2015 Act”) provides for the establishment of the Decision Support Service (“the DSS”) within the MHC to support decision-making by and for adults with capacity difficulties and to regulate individuals who are providing support to people with capacity difficulties. The 2015 Act reforms Ireland’s capacity legislation which has been in place since the 19th century. It establishes a modern statutory framework to support decision-making by adults who have difficulty in making decisions without help. Please note that all reference to the Mental Health Commission include the Decision Support Service.

The Role
The successful candidate will play an important role in the Finance team within the MHC, in addition to undertaking and managing projects and relevant work. The successful candidate will be required to engage and communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including staff and external stakeholders, e.g., officials from government departments and service providers. The Finance Manager will have excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise tasks.

The appointee will also be required to liaise with the Comptroller and Auditor General (C&AG) to complete the yearly audit and the MHC’s funding Departments to ensure the MHC can drawdown its grant income to enable it to discharge its statutory responsibilities and achieve value for money.
As a Higher Executive Officer, the holder of the post will be expected to actively contribute to the overall development of the MHC and to promote its policies and values.

Essential Requirements
In addition to the person specification, the candidate must possess, by the closing date, the following:

Successful completion of all examinations which will lead to a professional accounting qualification (pending membership) or membership of a recognised accounting body such as ACA, ACCA.
A minimum of two years relevant work experience pre or post-qualification.
Proven experience of financial management, planning and budgeting.

Please find the information booklet pertaining to the position and a link to the relevant application form at https://osborne.ie/mhc-employment-opportunities/

All interested parties must complete the relevant application form and submit to mhc@osborne.ie. Only candidates who complete the application forms will be considered within the remit of this competition.
Closing Dates
Finance Manager Deadline for application: Please note latest receipt for applications is strictly Monday 22nd December 2025 at 5pm GMT. Incomplete applications, postal applications or CV’s will not be accepted. Any applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.

An acknowledgement email will be issued for all applications received. If you do not receive acknowledgement of your application within two working days of submission, please contact Osborne Recruitment at mhc@osborne.ie to ensure your application has been received.

Please submit your updated CV in Word Format. If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit we would love to hear from you, if however you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
Osborne is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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Presidency Policy Officers – Administrative Officer Level

Location: Dublin, Dublin
Type: Temporary
Job #47689

Osborne is delighted to partner with the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment for the role of Presidency Policy Officers (Administrative Officer Level)

The Department of Enterprise, Tourism & Employment is seeking a number of Presidency Policy Officers (Administrative Officer level) for temporary positions in the lead up to, and during, the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Ireland will assume the rotating six-month Presidency on 1 July 2026.

Ensuring a successful EU Presidency in 2026 is essential for Ireland’s position, influence and reputation in the EU and for advancing the Union’s agenda against a complex geopolitical background.

Successful candidates will have an exciting opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the work of the Department, either directly related to the Presidency or in other priority areas where they will provide cover for staff who have been assigned to Presidency duties.

Successful candidates will take up duty on different dates in 2026. It is envisaged that temporary Presidency Policy Officers will conclude their roles by the end of 2026. Contract duration will, therefore, vary between six months and twelve months depending on start date. We expect the majority of roles to start in Q1 2026.

The Department of Enterprise, Tourism & Employment is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. The Department of Enterprise, Tourism & Employment undertake to build a diverse workforce, representative of Irish society and to create an inclusive work environment where differences are respected and all individuals are valued. Applications are welcome from candidates identifying with minority communities and those with a broad variety of backgrounds and experiences.

Please find the candidate information booklet and application form. Please go to Osborne’s website OR Public Jobs.

All interested parties must submit a CV to dete@osborne.ie by: Friday 16th January 2026 at 12noon.

Please note that only candidates who submit their application form by the deadline will be considered for this competition.

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Data Protection Officer/Compliance Senior Manager

Location: Dublin, Dublin
Type: Contract FTC
Job #47784
Salary: €66,495

Data Protection Officer/Compliance Senior Manager

Here at Osborne, our client is seeking an experienced Data Protection Officer/Compliance Senior Manager to join their team.
This role will suit a candidate who has experience in risk, public sector administration and compliance/corporate governance. We are looking for candidates with a minimum of 5 years solid experience in at least one of the following areas: data protection, corporate governance, risk management.

Job Type:    12-month Contract
Salary:                   €66,000 +
Location:              Dublin 4 – Hybrid

Responsibilities:

Provide advice on compliance with data protection legislation.
Develop and maintain organisational data protection policies.
Support the design and review of processes involving personal data.
Monitor data processing activities and overall data protection compliance.
Deliver staff training and raise awareness on data protection and related compliance areas.
Advise on and support data protection impact assessments.
Assist in responding to data breaches and preparing management reports.
Keep the organisation informed of relevant regulatory and legislative changes.
Act as a key point of contact for regulators and individuals exercising their data rights.
Respond to data subject requests and support the drafting of relevant contracts and agreements.
Contribute to wider governance, risk management, freedom of information, records management, and health and safety responsibilities.
Support compliance reporting to internal and external bodies.
Coordinate organisational compliance obligations and maintain related documentation.
Manage a small team, delegating tasks and overseeing work programmes.
Perform other duties as required.

Requirements:

A relevant degree (or equivalent) and at least five years’ experience in data protection, governance, or risk management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and courteous manner.
Ability to manage multiple workstreams effectively.
Proven experience in managing and developing staff.
Strong organisational, project management, research, IT, and report-writing skills.
Ability to make sound judgments in time-sensitive situations, with strong problem-solving ability.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team.
Strong attention to detail and excellent planning skills.

For more information please apply through the link provided for the attention of Megan Murray
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided
Please submit your updated CV in Word Format
If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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