Wealth manager and Financial Planner Rathbones has appointed Dolores Geaney as managing director, Rathbones in Ireland, subject to regulatory approval.
The move sees the firm take a significant step in establishing a presence in the EU.
Ms Geaney has 30 years of experience in global financial services, including leadership roles at Davy, Investec and most recently with Wells Fargo International.
Rathbones said she will be central to developing new relationships across local and expatriate networks, including intermediaries, once approvals are in place.
It said establishing Rathbones in Ireland will strengthen its international capabilities in support of its growth ambitions and allow it to service new and existing clients in the EU.
Camilla Stowell, CEO of wealth at Rathbones said: “Establishing a presence in Dublin is an important part of our strategy to build our international offering in support of growth and serve clients wherever they are.
“Dolores brings the strong leadership and client focus we need to establish strong foundations in Ireland and Europe as we progress through regulatory approvals.”
Rathbones said it is continuing to engage with the Central Bank of Ireland and will issue an update on progress as appropriate.
Rathbones said it had delivered cost and revenue synergies well ahead of its original £60m target following the merger.
Funds under management and administration (FUMA) hit £115.6bn as at 31 December 2025 (31 December 2024: £109.2bn), helped in part by market recovery. Operating income rose to £923m (2024: £895.9m).