Laois company acquired by by one of Ireland’s largest financial services firms

PORTLAOISE financial planning practice GTL Life and Pensions has been acquired by one of Ireland’s largest financial services firms SYS Financial. The acquisition is part of the current SYS expansion strategy which aims to bring the total value of assets manged by the firm to €1.3 billion by the start of the second quarter in 2026.

Founded in 1977 by the late John Lawlor, GTL Life and Pensions was passed onto his daughter Emma Lawlor, who currently sits as managing director for the company. GTL Life manages €30 million in assets across Ireland. “We’re delighted to welcome GTL Life and Pensions into SYS Financial. This acquisition strengthens our presence in a key regional market and reinforces our ambition to be the leading provider of client-focused financial planning in Ireland,” Tony Delaney, SYS financial CEO, said.

SYS Financial was founded in 2015 by Tony Delaney and is an award-winning financial advisory firm, with offices in Nenagh, Dublin, Cork and Limerick.

Emma Lawlor, managing director, GTL Life and Pensions, said: “This is a very positive move for our clients. Joining SYS Financial represents a natural next step, providing our clients with continued personal service backed by the strength, technology and expertise of a leading national firm. I’m looking forward to contributing to SYS Financial’s growth in the years ahead.”