David Connolly
About David Connolly
David Connolly is a Business Development Manager with extensive experience in finance and corporate governance, having generated significant cost control savings through liquidity management. He has held key positions at various financial institutions, including RBS Corporate Treasury and Goldman Sachs, and has been actively involved in community initiatives in London.
Work at FD Technologies
David Connolly has been serving as a Business Development Manager at First Derivatives since 2019. In this role, he focuses on driving business growth and developing strategic partnerships. His responsibilities include identifying new market opportunities and enhancing client relationships to support the company's objectives. His tenure at First Derivatives has contributed to the company's expansion in the financial services sector.
Previous Experience in Corporate Treasury
Before joining First Derivatives, Connolly worked at RBS Corporate Treasury as Vice President from 2010 to 2017. During his time there, he played a key role in liquidity management and corporate governance controls, generating multimillion-dollar incremental cost control savings. His experience in this position equipped him with valuable insights into investment banking and financial management.
Education and Expertise
David Connolly earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) degree from University College Dublin, completing his studies from 2001 to 2004. He has maintained a membership with the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) for 12 years, demonstrating his commitment to professional development in management accounting and finance.
Leadership and Community Involvement
Connolly was a founding member of the Irish Business Networking Leadership Institute in London, contributing to the development of business connections within the Irish community. He also managed the Fulham Irish Gaelic Football Team for two years, showcasing his leadership skills and dedication to community engagement. Additionally, he served as Captain of the Ireland International Embassy Football Team in London for 13 years.
Experience at Goldman Sachs
Prior to his role at RBS, David Connolly worked as a Senior Associate at Goldman Sachs from 2004 to 2010. His experience at Goldman Sachs included working in both London and New York, where he developed expertise in investment banking and financial services. This role provided him with a strong foundation for his subsequent positions in business development and treasury management.