As we entered 2020, the global M&A market was in a resilient position, having had record transaction value and volume years globally in the preceding 2014-2018 period, tempered by certain global events including Brexit and various global trade flashpoints, particularly involving the US and China. Nevertheless, Irish transaction and investment professionals had approached 2020 with cautious…
A Guide for Recently Qualified Accountants Dear Recently Qualified Accountants, We are in the grip of a Covid-19 related economic downturn and it is a difficult time for many people. This will pass and exciting careers still await Recently Qualified Accountants. You have worked hard, created valuable professional networks and successfully passed your professional exams. Opportunities will open up…
Tips for Working from Home In an effort to help contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus, many workers across the world are now finding themselves in an unfamiliar situation: working from home. We have compiled some tips for first time remote workers on how to make the most of this opportunity, maintain a positive work/life balance and stay productive. Maintain…
Over the course of the last decade, and particularly in the last three to four years, we have seen a significant shift in the way we work and more importantly expectations around how employees see their careers developing. The “Millennial Workplace” is a far cry from the traditional 9-5 role of before, and more and more, our clients are…
FK International CSR Highlights 2019 As we all wind down for the Christmas break and look forward to welcoming 2020, we are taking a look back at our CSR highlights of 2019. CSR has been, and will continue to be, a cornerstone of our values. At Easter this year, we contributed Feed Our…
Considering a Move Back to Ireland? With many of our Irish diaspora returning home for Christmas, thoughts may turn to a permanent return to Ireland in 2020. The market here for finance professionals remains robust, notwithstanding various global events such as Brexit, among others. One thing is for sure – planning and preparation is key. With that in mind,…
Compliance 2020 Since the financial markets’ global crisis of a decade ago, the new normal in Financial Services has been significantly increased Regulation, Compliance & Corporate Governance. To ensure that we protect and maintain a robust and sustainable Financial Services Sector, regulator scrutiny, adherence to best practices and thorough engagement between businesses and regulators nationally and globally has been a…
With Christmas just around the corner, we wanted to take a moment to highlight the special wish of a little girl named Ailbhe. Ailbhe is the daughter of our fellow recruiters, Niamh O’Leary and Barry O’Leary. She is just like any other happy 3 year old, but unfortunately, at 10 months old she was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, impairing…
What is the Market like? As recruiters, we are asked this question all the time. A slow-down is inevitable after a number of years of growth. Recruitment activity is as good a bellwether as any economic indicator – our industry is the first to feel a down turn and the first to feel an upswing. As we move closer…
This month, Dublin hosted The Aviation Finance Conference 2019. According to the Irish Aviation Authority, Ireland is “the Centre of the Global Aviation Industry” and this is no understatement, particularly when it comes to Aviation Finance. Over 60% of all aircraft’s leased globally are managed by Irish-based leasing companies. 14 of the top 15 aviation leasing companies worldwide are…