Project Support Analyst - Kilkenny

Recruitment: Project Support Analyst

Are you ready to help great clients build their future?

We are seeking a talented Project Support Analyst to join our Special Projects Consulting team based in Kilkenny Head office. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in one of Ireland’s fastest-growing professional services Firms.

The Role

You will be working closely with our Head of Public Sector Services and Economics and the wider team in a role that offers variety, learning, and hands‑on experience across multiple projects. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, is curious about different industries, and is motivated by helping solve real client challenges. You will play an important supporting role in research, analysis, tender preparation, and project delivery, while developing strong working relationships and contributing to high‑quality client outcomes.

About Ifac

Founded in 1975, Ifac is Ireland's specialist professional services firm for the farming, food, agri, and family business sectors. We are an award-winning employer and one of Ireland's Top Ten Accountancy firms. Ifac is also one of Ireland’s Top 200 Employers 2025 as listed by the Irish Independent in partnership with Statista, and a PrimeGlobal member firm.

As Ireland's largest farming, food, and agribusiness professional services firm, ifac is proud to be certified as a B Corporation (B Corp).

Our Purpose

Ifac's purpose is to help its clients to build profitable sustainable futures, so that people and communities across Ireland can thrive.

Our Ambition

With a strong focus on global best practice, Ifac has set its ambition to be a global leader in agrifood advisory, while also driving growth and excellence in Ireland's dynamic SME sector.

Why Join Ifac?

• Work with industry-leading experts and clients in Ireland’s Public, Semi-State and Private sectors.
• Be part of a values-driven culture emphasising collaboration, commitment, energy, respect, and foresight.
• Build a great career, help us achieve our ambitions and help shape the future of Ireland’s business landscape.
• Enjoy a competitive compensation package, including performance-based bonuses and significant opportunities for professional growth.

Making an impact

Working with a catalogue of industry leading clients, our Project Support Analyst will have an unparalleled opportunity to become a high impact business advisor and develop an exceptional career working with Public, Semi-State and Private sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior team members in delivering economic and business analysis projects across a range of industries, including agri‑food, SMEs, the public sector, and other commercial areas.
• Help identify and understand client challenges by gathering information, conducting preliminary analysis, and contributing ideas to evidence‑based solutions.
• Carry out market research and assist with financial, economic, and policy analysis, including data collection, basic modelling, and summarising key findings.
• Assist with preparing public sector tender applications, including compiling required documentation and coordinating inputs from the wider team.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners to support the delivery of consulting assignments from start to finish.
• Support business development activities, such as helping draft proposal sections, conducting background research, and joining internal discussions on potential client opportunities.
• Providing general administrative support for ad hoc duties such as AML (Anti-Money Laundering) Compliance, Invoicing and more.

You Will Have

• 1–2 years in an analytical, research, consulting, or business support role, ideally involving data analysis, market research, or report preparation.
• Relevant third-level qualification in economics, business, finance or related discipline (postgraduate and/or professional qualifications a plus).
• Experience working in a professional services environment (consulting, advisory, public-sector projects) is beneficial but not essential.
• Exposure to economic, financial, or policy analysis through internships, graduate programmes, or academic projects.
• Experience handling administrative or compliance tasks (e.g., invoicing, AML checks) is a plus.
• Experience collaborating in team-based projects, either academically or professionally.
• Familiarity with AI tools such as Microsoft Co-Pilot, Claude AI or other.
• Self-starter who can work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Rewards

Our Project Support Analyst Will Receive

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Substantial employer pension contribution.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Supportive family orientated workplace policies.
• Blended WFH.
• Opportunities for internal growth and development.
• Access to a bike to work scheme.
• Access to an employee assistance programme.
• Well-being benefits, including a Digital Doctors programme.
• Regular wellness, social, and charity activities throughout the year.
• Voucher at Christmas.

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