Mayor welcomes EY new office at Derry's Ebrington Plaza

PICTURED ABOVE: Left to Right: Minister for the Economy Dr Caoimhe Archibald MLA; Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council Lilian-Seenoi Barr; EY Northern Ireland Managing Partner Rob Heron; deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly MLA; EY Ireland Managing Partner Frank O'Keeffe; First Minister Michelle O’Neill MLA; and EY UK&I Regional Managing Partner Anna Anthony.

Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Lilian Seenoi Barr has warmly welcomed the official opening of EY's new office in the Ebrington Plaza. Mayor Barr said it was a significant business investment and highlighted the growing appeal of Derry and the wider North West region as a vibrant business hub.

She acknowledged that this investment also marks a crucial step in EY's ambitious expansion plans across Northern Ireland.

EY, a leading global professional services organisation, supports businesses across a diverse range of industries and sectors, offering expertise in areas such as Audit, Corporate Finance, Tax and Law, Consulting, AI, and Data Analytics. The establishment of this new location will accommodate up to 120 professionals, a blend of newly recruited talent and existing EY Northern Ireland staff.

Mayor Barr said:  "This is a truly significant day for our city. The arrival of a globally recognised firm like EY to Ebrington Plaza is a powerful vote of confidence in the talent and potential that Derry Strabane and the wider North West region has to offer. This investment will not only create valuable, high-quality jobs but will also enrich our local business ecosystem by bringing in a wealth of expertise and opportunities."

“The new office in Derry will play a vital role in EY’s broader strategy to strengthen its regional presence within Northern Ireland. Furthermore, it reinforces EY Northern Ireland’s commitment made at the Northern Ireland Investment Summit in September 2023 to generate 1,000 new jobs across the region over the next five years.

"Derry City and Strabane District Council is delighted that EY has chosen Derry as a key location for their expansion. Their commitment to creating new jobs and delivering market-leading services from this base aligns perfectly with our city's ambitions for economic growth and prosperity set out in our Strategic Growth Plan. We look forward to a strong and collaborative partnership with EY as they embed themselves in our community."

The Mayor added: “This significant investment by EY in our city is fantastic news for the people of the North West. It will deliver a wide range of exciting job opportunities right here in Derry, whether you're just starting your career or looking to take the next step.

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"This commitment truly highlights the immense talent we have coming through our local schools, the North West Regional College, and Ulster University, ensuring a bright future for our community."

The Mayor concluded by wishing EY every success in their new venture at Ebrington Plaza and reiterated the city's commitment to supporting their growth and integration into the local business landscape.