Permanent Hiring Solutions

Build a High-Performing Team with Permanent Talent in Ireland

Reduce mis-hires and secure long-term value. We connect Irish businesses with professionals who drive growth, fit culturally, and stay for the journey.

Ireland Salary Guide 2024
96%
12-Month Retention Rate
4 Weeks
Avg. Time to Fill
50k+
Active Candidates
Hire Talent
Tech Lead
CFO
Engr Manager
Legal Counsel
Sales Director
HR Director
Operations Lead

Trusted by Ireland's Industry Leaders

Business Challenges

Overcoming Permanent Hiring Obstacles

We address the critical pain points HR Directors and Founders face in the Irish market.

Time-to-Hire Pressure

Critical roles stay open too long, impacting revenue and overburdening existing teams. We provide shortlists within 72 hours.

Skills Scarcity

High-demand technical and leadership talent is hard to find. We tap into passive candidate networks unavailable to public job boards.

High Mis-Hire Cost

A bad permanent hire costs 2x their salary. Our rigorous vetting ensures cultural alignment and technical validity.

More Than Just CV Sourcing

We function as an extension of your HR department, providing market intelligence, salary benchmarking, and employer branding support throughout the permanent recruitment lifecycle.

  • Contingent & Retained Models
    Flexible terms based on role seniority and volume.
  • Replacement Guarantees
    Financial protection and commitment to long-term fit.
  • Salary & Market Benchmarking
    Data-driven insights to ensure competitive offers.
Data Driven Recruitment
Our Process

End-to-End Recruitment Methodology

A structured, transparent approach to securing high-performers for your organisation.

1. Discovery

Deep dive into your company culture, technical requirements, and team dynamics.

2. Search

Multi-channel sourcing: database, headhunting, and advertising.

3. Selection

Rigorous screening, competency interviews, and reference checks.

4. Placement

Offer management, onboarding support, and retention check-ins.

Specialisms

Industry-Specific Expertise

Our consultants are vertical specialists, not generalists.

Technology & IT
Software, Data, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity
Finance & Accounting
Qualified Accountants, FP&A, Payroll
Engineering
Manufacturing, Civil, Process, Validation
Life Sciences
Pharma, Biotech, Medical Devices
Human Resources
HRBP, L&D, Talent Acquisition
Sales & Marketing
B2B Sales, Digital Marketing, BD
Ireland Market Data

Permanent Hiring Landscape 2024

Key insights for employers navigating the Irish talent market.

Salary Inflation

+6.5%

Average salary increase for permanent roles in Ireland YoY. Critical for offer management.

Counter-Offer Risk

38%

Of candidates receive a counter-offer. We prepare candidates to mitigate drop-off.

Notice Periods

1-3 Mths

Standard for senior roles. We manage expectations and keep candidates warm.

Coverage

Serving Irish Businesses Nationwide

Dublin
Tech, FS, Professional Services
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Cork
Pharma, Manufacturing, Tech
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Galway
MedTech, Engineering
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Limerick
Manufacturing, Logistics
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FAQs

Permanent Recruitment Questions

We operate on a contingency basis (fee payable on success) or retained basis (staged payments). Fees are typically a percentage of the placed candidate's annual salary, competitive with market rates in Ireland.

Yes. All permanent placements come with a rebate or free replacement guarantee period. Terms vary based on the seniority of the role.

We aim to deliver a shortlist within 5-10 business days. The overall timeline depends on client interview availability and notice periods, averaging 4-6 weeks for mid-to-senior roles.

Absolutely. We act as brand ambassadors, ensuring your EVP is communicated effectively to passive candidates who may not know your organisation.

Ready to Secure Top Talent?

Book a confidential consultation with a senior consultant. Whether you are building a team or replacing a key leaver, we have the network.

  • Access to passive candidate network
  • Salary benchmarking report included
  • No placement, no fee options

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