Paul O’Dwyer

Paul is the Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Director of ORIX Aviation Management ME Ltd. Since joining ORIX Aviation in 2007, Paul has held a number of roles on the commercial team. Paul is currently based in Dubai to play a key role in the development of ORIX Aviation’s Dubai office.

Paul is head of the team that initiates and manages ORIX Aviation’s leasing and trading relationships and remarketing services. His role includes leading the teams responsible for remarketing of aircraft coming off lease and aircraft sales both on and off lease, in addition to the sourcing of acquisition opportunities. Having recently relocated to Dubai, Paul will continue to lead ORIX Aviation’s commercial operations as well as further develop key relationships in the region.

In 2023 Paul was elected to the Board of the International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading (ISTAT), the global not-for-profit organisation dedicated to providing aviation professionals with forums for increased networking and educational opportunities.

Prior to joining ORIX Aviation, Paul worked in the Private Banking division of Allied Irish Banks as a Lending Manager. He holds a Degree in Business Studies from Dublin City University and has postgraduate diplomas in Banking Credit, Lending and Business Banking.