Thelma O'Driscoll appointed new CFO at the IRFU

Thelma O'Driscoll joins from the British and Irish Lions and has a vast knowledge of the Rugby financial and commercial landscape. 

CFO APPOINTMENT: Thelma O'Driscoll has been appointed IRFU Chief Financial Officer. Pic: ©INPHO/Dan Sheridan

British and Irish Lions finance chief Thelma O'Driscoll has been appointed as chief financial officer to the IRFU. She will take up the role on September 1st.

O'Driscoll has previously worked with Celtic Rugby Limited (United Rugby Championship), the Six Nations and the Lions franchise. The accountant said: "To leave behind another great team at the British & Irish Lions fills me with pride at what we have achieved together, and I am very grateful for the support of my colleagues in all rugby organisations over the years which has enabled me to align my values with that of our great sport and many great rugby organisations.”

IRFU Chief Executive Kevin Potts added: "From a highly competitive field of applicants, Thelma emerged as an outstanding candidate and it was clear how knowledgeable she was about the sporting landscape in Ireland and internationally, especially given her broad experience in Rugby.

"In welcoming Thelma, I would like to also pay tribute to Conor O’Brien who will remain on hand to ensure a smooth transition after 28 years of distinguished service. I look forward to working with Thelma later this summer and I believe that she brings a wealth of experience which will be of huge benefit to Irish rugby.”