Irish Life’s Unio hires Goodbody staff to boost wealth offering

Irish Life’s Unio Wealth Management has recruited several senior advisers from Goodbody and a former Davy private clients adviser to expand its wealth management services for clients. The moves illustrate growing competition for experienced staff as the Irish wealth management sector expands.

What happened

Unio Wealth Management, part of Irish Life, announced hires from Goodbody: Andrew Mathers, formerly regional director for Cork and Galway, to lead regional growth; Daniel O’Sullivan, a former senior wealth manager with Goodbody Cork, now a director based in Cork; and Ross Kavanagh, previously an associate director at Davy’s private clients unit and most recently investment director for a family office, to join Unio’s independent wealth team in Dublin. The moves are described as part of Unio’s effort to expand its wealth management offering to clients.

Who is affected

Potentially affected are clients of Unio Wealth Management who may receive expanded services and broader regional coverage. The staff moves reflect competition among large and boutique Irish wealth managers for experienced advisers, which can influence service levels, product access, and fee structures within the sector.

What to watch next

Observing Unio’s capacity to deliver expanded regional growth and new client services will be important. Clients and prospective clients may want to assess whether these hires lead to broader advisory coverage, faster response times, or new investment options. If you are considering wealth management services in Ireland, review adviser credentials, track record, and how changes in leadership align with your needs.

Limits and questions

The report cites hires from specific firms and roles but does not detail broader strategic plans or client impact metrics. It also does not specify any regulatory approvals or changes in ownership. Readers should seek current statements from Unio for detailed service changes and consider comparing multiple providers when evaluating wealth-management choices.

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