Assurance Partner and FS Ireland People Partner

Helen Kerr

The growth and innovation of financial services companies is exciting, and our ability to embrace innovation continues with our emphasis on building teams with the right skills, tools and technologies to help solve complex problems for our clients.

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About Helen

Helen Kerr is an Assurance Partner, specialising in Banking, Payments, and regulated financial institutions. She also serves as the People Partner on the Irish Financial Services Leadership Team.
With over 20 years of experience in Banking and Capital Markets, Helen provides regulatory and assurance services to a broad range of clients. Her expertise spans complex audits, large-scale accounting change programmes, business impact assessments, and IPO readiness. She works extensively across the Irish and UK regulated financial services markets, supporting clients from global financial institutions and fintechs to payment providers and start-ups.

As People Partner, Helen is passionate about shaping EY’s employee value proposition and fostering a culture that supports meaningful, impactful careers. She is committed to creating an environment that prioritises well-being, flexibility, and personal growth. Helen’s leadership style is rooted in empowerment. She encourages people to be themselves, stretch beyond their comfort zones, and develop new skills -always with the support and guidance needed to thrive. Her focus is on unlocking potential and helping individuals achieve their best.