British-based banks looking to recruit up to 800 Irish bankers

A NUMBER of British-based banks are seeking to recruit as many as 800 Irish bankers offering annual pay packets of up to €88,000.

The recent pick-up in the British economy and an increased focus on compliance is motivating banks to boost employee numbers, according to recruitment company Hays Ireland.

The majority of vacancies are for bankers with accountancy backgrounds, with salaries ranging between £50,000 (€55,000) and £80,000.