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CFO Executive Search Ireland
Robert Walters is a leading CFO executive search partner in Ireland, supporting businesses across Dublin and beyond to secure high-impact financial leadership. We connect international and Irish organisations with Chief Financial Officers who drive growth, transformation and investor confidence.
Access Ireland’s leading financial executives
With a strong presence in Ireland and a global executive search network, we help organisations hire CFOs who combine technical excellence with strategic leadership and commercial impact.
Our consultative approach, deep market insight and international reach enable us to identify and secure finance leaders who align with your organisation’s goals, culture and long-term growth strategy. Speak to our executive search team or submit your requirement to begin your search.
Why choose Robert Walters for CFO hiring in Ireland?
Robert Walters combines deep local knowledge with global executive search expertise to deliver high-impact CFO appointments across Ireland.
Proven track record: placing CFOs into Irish and international organisations
Access to a curated network: of senior finance leaders across Ireland and globally
Bespoke executive benchmarking: including salary, equity and benefits insights
Advisory-led approach: covering succession planning, assessment and leadership fit
Discreet, confidential search processes: tailored to sensitive C-suite hiring
End-to-end support: from defining the role through to onboarding, development and coaching
Sectors & industries we CFOs recruit across:
We support organisations across Ireland’s diverse and internationally driven economy, delivering CFO executive search solutions across sectors including (but not limited to):
- Financial Services
- Technology & SaaS
- Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences
- Manufacturing & Engineering
- Professional Services
- Retail & Consumer
- Private Equity & Investor-backed businesses
- Multinational / FDI organisations
CFO salary benchmarking
Stay competitive in Ireland’s evolving talent market with our CFO salary and benefits benchmarking insights. Explore the latest data on compensation, equity and benefits to inform your hiring strategy and secure top financial leadership talent.
Talent development for CFOs
Enhance your CFO hiring strategy with our executive advisory and talent development solutions. From leadership assessment to executive coaching and transition support, we help organisations maximise the impact of their senior finance appointments.
Meet our CFO recruiters
Suzanne Feeney
Executive Finance Recruitment, Ireland
Suzanne is Country Manager for Robert Walters Ireland and leads executive finance search, specialising in CFO and C-suite appointments across multinational, private equity-backed and high-growth organisations. With over 20 years’ experience, she delivers complex and confidential senior hires through a strong Irish and international network.
Submit a hiring requirement
Tell us about your CFO requirement, and a member of the team will be in touch to arrange a no-obligation discussion.
Bespoke salary benchmarking
Using a combination of our own data, publicly available insights and our recruitment experts, we build bespoke overviews of the salaries and benefits required to attract talent.
FAQs
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What trends are shaping CFO hiring in Ireland?
Demand for CFOs in Ireland is being driven by continued growth in multinational investment, private equity activity and business transformation programmes.
Organisations are prioritising finance leaders with experience in scaling businesses, managing international operations and leading finance transformation.
As the role expands to include strategic, commercial and data-driven leadership, competition for top talent is increasing.
Partnering with a CFO executive search firm in Ireland can help you access and secure high-performing candidates.
To discuss current CFO hiring trends in Ireland, get in touch with our executive search team.
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Why do organisations choose Robert Walters for CFO hiring in Ireland?
Organisations choose Robert Walters for CFO executive search in Ireland because of our combination of deep local market expertise, access to market intel, and global reach.
We partner with businesses across Ireland to deliver strategic CFO hires, supporting multinational, private equity-backed and high-growth organisations.
Our approach goes beyond traditional recruitment. We combine executive search expertise with market mapping, benchmarking insights and leadership assessment to ensure every CFO appointment aligns with long-term business strategy, culture and investor expectations.
With access to an international network of senior finance leaders and a proven track record in senior finance recruitment, we help organisations secure high-impact talent in a competitive market.
To partner with a trusted executive search firm in Ireland, contact our team or submit your requirement today.
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Can you support CFO hiring for international and multinational businesses in Ireland?
Yes – we have a track record of supporting multinational organisations and FDI-driven businesses hiring CFOs in Ireland.
Our global network enables us to identify and engage international finance leaders willing to relocate for the right opportunity, as well as Ireland-based talent with global experience.
This ensures clients can access candidates who understand cross-border operations, regulatory environments and international growth strategies.
To access our international CFO talent network, speak to our Ireland executive search specialists.
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How does your CFO executive search process work?
Our CFO executive search process is tailored to the strategic needs of each organisation. We begin with a detailed consultation to define the role, followed by market mapping, candidate identification and rigorous assessment to ensure alignment on capability and cultural fit.
Throughout the process, we provide advisory insight, benchmarking data and ongoing consultation to help you secure the right CFO for your organisation.
Start your CFO search in Ireland by submitting your requirement or speaking to our consultants.
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How do you ensure confidentiality in CFO executive search?
CFO appointments are often highly sensitive, particularly in cases of succession planning, transformation or restructuring.
We deliver confidential executive search solutions through discreet market mapping, targeted outreach and controlled candidate engagement.
Our approach protects both client and candidate confidentiality at every stage of the process, ensuring a secure and professional search experience.
For a confidential discussion about your CFO hiring needs, contact our team today.