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Our Services – Recruitment Process Outsource (RPO)

Are you growing your team, expanding your operation or in need of a top-level executive?

At Osborne, our world class recruitment and talent solutions services are all you need to find the Right Person, for the Right Job, No Compromise.

Recruitment Process Outsource (RPO) 

Our expertise lies in effectively overseeing the entire recruitment process tailored to your business needs. This includes crafting and promoting job descriptions, gathering and evaluating applications, shortlisting well-qualified candidates, and facilitating interview sessions, assessments, and reference checks.

We partner with our clients to recruit high quality, skilled professional talent from Graduate to Executive level across our multiple specialist sectors. We are passionate about finding the perfect fit for our clients, enabling them to thrive in a competitive marketplace.

We know results matter, so whether you’re growing your team, expanding your operation or in need of a top-level executive our full range of talent solutions have you covered!

To view our other award-winning services, visit www.osborne.ie/employers. If you would like to discuss your recruitment needs, please contact us at info@osborne.ie or call +353 1 638 4400.

Financial Accountant – Case Study

The Assignment

In the fast-paced logistics industry, Osborne was approached to fill an extremely urgent position for a Financial Accountant. The role was initially temporary with the potential for permanent opportunities. The client was seeking a dynamic individual who could demonstrate versatility, initiative, and strong team collaboration skills. This urgent requirement demanded a swift and precise recruitment process to ensure the client’s operations continued smoothly.

The Process

Upon receiving the assignment, Osborne promptly met with the client to gain a thorough understanding of their specific needs and expectations. The key focus was to identify a candidate who was an all-rounder, a go-getter, and a team player. Osborne’s Accountancy & Finance team quickly sourced potential candidates. Given the urgency, candidates were evaluated and shortlisted online to expedite the process.

Four highly qualified candidates were identified and presented to the client. Out of these, two candidates were selected for interviews. Throughout this phase, Osborne maintained close communication with the client to ensure their evolving needs and feedback were incorporated, facilitating a seamless and responsive recruitment process.

The Result

The recruitment process culminated in a highly satisfactory outcome for both the client and the candidate. The selected candidate commenced the role on a temporary basis and swiftly transitioned to a permanent position, even advancing to a more senior role within a short period. This successful placement not only addressed the client’s immediate needs but also contributed to their long-term organisational goals. This case exemplifies Osborne’s commitment to excellence in matching top talent with urgent client needs.

Contact Osborne’s Director of Commercial Development David Walsh at david.walsh@osborne.ie to discuss your HR recruitment needs.

Our Services – Permanent Placement

Are you growing your team, expanding your operation or in need of a top-level executive?

At Osborne, our world class recruitment and talent solutions services are all you need to find the Right Person, for the Right Job, No Compromise.

Permanent Placement 

We know finding top talent for your team can be time consuming and costly. As an award-winning Recruitment Consultancy and your Recruitment Partner, we do the work so you don’t have to. Matching the Right Person with the Right Job, No Compromise.

We partner with our clients to recruit high quality, skilled professional talent from Graduate to Executive level across our multiple specialist sectors. We are passionate about finding the perfect fit for our clients, enabling them to thrive in a competitive marketplace.

We know results matter, so whether you’re growing your team, expanding your operation or in need of a top-level executive our full range of talent solutions have you covered.

To view our other award-winning services, visit www.osborne.ie/employers. If you would like to discuss your recruitment needs, please contact us at info@osborne.ie or call +353 1 638 4400.

HR Manager – Case Study

The Assignment:

Our client is a renowned contractor in Ireland’s Construction, Fit Out, and Building Services sectors, serving private, public, and commercial clients. We were given the task of finding an ambitious, self-motivated, and enthusiastic HR Manager to join their team. This role involves building, motivating, and developing the team to ensure the delivery of projects to the highest standard with a focus on safety, sustainability, and quality.

The Process:

Osborne’s HR & Talent Acquisition division was appointed as the recruitment partner, and we mobilised a highly coordinated team to find the ideal candidate for our client. We met with the client to understand their needs, culture, and requirements, ensuring a tailored recruitment process. Our detailed search involved collaborating with our internal marketing team to create a specific social media campaign to ensure maximum potential reach, utilising our internal database, and leveraging our extensive network of qualified HR professionals.

We shortlisted seven candidates, five of whom progressed to the interview stage. Given the urgency of the role, we worked with our HR temporary staffing division to secure a temporary employee to support the organisation during the recruitment process. The client was extremely satisfied with this solution, which demonstrated our flexibility and agility in providing both short-term and long-term staffing solutions.

The Result:

An exceptional candidate was appointed. The entire process was conducted both remotely and on-site, with Osborne providing support to the successful candidate throughout the offer and onboarding stages. Both the client and the candidate were extremely pleased to have Osborne as their recruitment partner.

Our dedicated and experienced HR Recruitment Consultants can help you hire the best HR talent in Ireland and Internationally. From Junior to Senior level HR appointments across permanent, temporary or contract roles, our team are on hand every step of the way to find the right HR Professional for your organisation.

Contact Osborne’s Director of Commercial Development David Walsh at david.walsh@osborne.ie to discuss your HR recruitment needs.

Our Services – Temporary & Contract Staffing

Are you growing your team, expanding your operation or in need of a top-level executive?

At Osborne, our world class recruitment and talent solutions services are all you need to find the Right Person, for the Right Job, No Compromise.

Temporary & Contract Staffing

We source and retain the best temporary talent in the marketplace with high quality, fully referenced, skills tested professional temps and contract staff available for short- and long-term projects and assignments.

As recipients of multiple industry awards, Osborne is widely regarded as a leader in the field of temporary staffing solutions renowned for our expertise and exceptional service since 1996.

We recognise the dynamic nature of the modern workplace, where the demand for temporary and contract staff continues to rise alongside evolving business requirements.

At Osborne, we make it our mission to source and retain the best temporary talent in the marketplace. We have access to thousands of highly skilled professional temporary and contract staff ranging from Graduate to Executive level readily available for short and long term assignments to suit your business needs.

Every one of our Osborne temps undergo a thorough screening process which includes:

  • Face to face interview
  • Skills testing
  • Qualifications verification
  • Reference checks
  • Garda Vetting where required

By partnering with Osborne, you will benefit from expert guidance and support throughout the entire staffing process, the flexibility to scale up or down your workforce based on fluctuating demands and quick response times to meet your urgent staffing requirements.

You will also benefit from:

  • Weekly/Monthly Payroll options
  • Same day temp bookings for Emergency Cover
  • An emergency out of hours contact
  • Dedicated Key Account Manger
  • Quarterly on-site Performance Reviews
  • Monthly training courses for all Osborne Temps

Our commitment to our world-class quality aftercare service sets us apart from our competitors.

As part of this commitment, we conduct regular follow-up calls and check-ins at various stages throughout the assignment ensuring the needs of both our clients and temporary employees are met.

To view our other award-winning services, visit www.osborne.ie/employers. If you would like to discuss your recruitment needs, please contact us at info@osborne.ie or call +353 1 638 4400.

Osborne Talent Series Webinar: International Webinar – Bridge the Gap between Your Business and Skilled International Candidates

International Recruitment – Bridge the Gap between Your Business and Skilled International Candidates

 

Date:               Wednesday 13th March
Time:               09:30am – 11:00am
Location:        Zoom Webinar – Link HERE

Hosted By:     Shona McManus, CEO & Owner , Osborne

Presented by: David Walsh, Director of Commercial Development – Osborne,

                           Emma Hickey, Business & Recruitment Director – Osborne

                           Dale Chen, Director – Future Direct
 
Calling all employers within Ireland, Canada, Australia, Europe, UK and across the Globe; Are you struggling to find certain skills and experience to fill an open role? Wondering how hiring international talent can significantly improve your business? In the current climate, organisations are strategically hiring international talent to address their current skillset shortage, whether it’s to grow their local workforce to fill any gaps for specific skills or expand their business on an international scale. It has become very important for organisations to consider International Recruitment!

At Osborne, we have worked with clients and placed candidates across 5 continents and 17 countries and sourced candidates from 27 countries. In this complimentary 1-hour webinar, Shona, David, Emma, and Dale will discuss and explain everything you ever wanted to know about hiring International Talent for your business from the benefits & initial process to compliance, and visas. Throughout the presentation, there will be real life case-studies demonstrating the positive impact on business across all sectors both domestically and internationally.

Client Testimonial: “We held an opening to recruit a Supply Chain Director for its business in the region. Having worked with Osborne in the past it was natural for us to reach out to them when looking for a partner in filling this role. The team quickly understood our business and the requirements of the role. They showed flexibility and expertise and with the willingness to commit to us making it as easy to give them the assignment on an exclusive basis. They were able to advise us on best the candidate profile and how to best attract the best candidates using both traditional search and web advertising. Osborne provided us with a strong shortlist and even after the final candidate fell through, the team picked up speed quickly and we are now very happy having hired our new Supply Chain Director who is now making an extraordinary impact for our global organisation and importantly our region.” People & Culture Director, International PLC

Presentation Topics Include:
• An Introduction to International Recruitment
• The Advantages of International Recruitment
• How to Navigate Recruiting International Candidates
• Understanding the Processes of Visas and Sponsorships
• International Recruitment from Ireland
• International Recruitment Case Studies
• Q&A Session based on International Recruitment

Who should attend?

Business Owners, Managers and HR Professionals and those tasked with the responsibility for talent and recruitment within their organisation internationally and domestically.

Presenters:
Shóna McManus, CEO & Owner| Osborne
Qualified to MBA, Shóna McManus is a highly accomplished, respected, and recognised global recruitment business leader. Since taking the reins of Osborne in April 2013, Shóna’s innovative, authentic, and purposeful leadership has resulted in the growth and transformation of Osborne into the multi-award-winning international recruitment firm we know today. Under her guidance, the organisation has increased its footprint, turnover, profits, and headcount tenfold over the past nine years, adding numerous awards to its repertoire whilst leading the organisation to successfully help thousands of job seekers and employers both nationally and internationally in the recruitment process to ‘find the right person, for the right job, no compromise’.

David Walsh, Director of Commercial Development | Osborne
With 22+ years’ working in recruitment, David Walsh is a highly experienced international recruitment professional with a proven track record of solving skills shortages for companies in Ireland and internationally. Partnering with government bodies, multinationals and indigenous SME’s, David has tailored bespoke solutions for all levels of assignment to solve their specialist recruitment needs.

Emma Hickey, Recruitment & Business Director | Osborne
Emma is the Recruitment & Business Director for the Osborne Sandyford and Bray branches and has experience in recruitment both nationally and internationally. Qualified to MBA, Emma is a NRF Certified Recruiter with 22 years of experience in the Recruitment Industry which involves working with a range of clients and successfully placing candidates both in Ireland and overseas. With her experience in the recruitment industry on an international level, Emma understands the motivations of candidates who are relocating which ensures a smooth transition to their new life and work in a new environment. Emma’s international experience has led her to successfully working with clients and placing candidates across 5 continents and 17 countries!

Dale Chen, Director | Future Direct
Dale Chen is a professional immigration specialist with over eight years of experience working in immigration cases for individuals and companies. He has experience in assisting SMEs and multinationals to relocate employees to Ireland and sponsor work visas for their employees. Dale has extensive expertise in consulting and filing applications for Employment Permits, Visas and Citizenship matters in Ireland. He has assisted in the relocation and immigration cases for over a thousand clients to Ireland. Dale founded Future Direct 4 years ago to provide immigration support services to employers and recruiters. They enable you to hire non-EU nationals by processing work visa applications for you. Dale streamlines the process and take the stress out of visa applications for you and the HR team. Dale’s areas of expertise are immigration, work visa sponsorship and relocation service to Ireland.

Register here for this COMPLIMENTARY webinar!

For more information on Osborne’s International Recruitment service, click here.

Feel free to share this invite with colleagues or peers who would have an interest in the topics being covered.
*Upon registration, participant details will be issued to Osborne.

Osborne Talent Series Webinar: Employment Law Changes – Considerations for 2024

Employment Law Changes – Considerations for 2024

 

Complimentary Webinar

Date:               Wednesday 21st February
Time:               09:30am – 11:00am
Location:        Zoom Webinar – Link HERE

Hosted By:     Fiona Byrne, Group Marketing & Communications Director, Osborne

Presented by: David Walsh, Director of Commercial Development, Osborne,

                           Sarah Fagan, Managing Director, Adare HRM.

               
We are delighted to invite you to attend the next instalment of our 2024 Osborne Talent Series Webinars in association with Adare HRM.

This webinar is COMPLIMENTARY but registration is essential. Register here.*

The landscape of Employment Law, Industrial Relations, and HR Management is undergoing rapid and continuous changes, accompanied by increasing complexity. Don’t miss the opportunity to stay well-informed and strategically plan for the future through our upcoming webinar. We will cover impending employment law changes in 2024 and how businesses can commence the strategic approach in managing these changes.

As we reflect on the multitude of changes that shaped the HR and Employment environment in 2023, keeping up with the requirements has been a challenge for some. Ensuring your policies are not only compliant but also communicated and implemented effectively will help mitigate any potential employment claim. Stay updated and ahead of the curve by participating in our webinar.

Topics To Be Discussed:

In this webinar we will cover upcoming changes related to:

  • Statutory sick pay (SSP)
  • The Work Life Balance Miscellaneous Provisions Act
  • Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System Bill 2022
  • Collective Redundancies
  • Employee Status
  • Other Employment law updates

Who should attend?
Business Leaders, Senior Managers, Business Owners, HR Professionals and those tasked with the responsibility for managing change within their organisation.

Presenters:

Fiona Byrne, Group Marketing & Communications Director | Osborne
Fiona has 20+ years of marketing experience, with 17 focused on recruitment. As an employer branding expert, she excels in developing employer value propositions and is dedicated to crafting impactful marketing strategies aligned with business goals. At Osborne, she has moulded the company’s communications and branding strategy and her strategic vision plays a pivotal role in Osborne’s success in the competitive recruitment sector.

David Walsh, Director of Commercial Development | Osborne
With 22+ years’ working in recruitment, David Walsh is a highly experienced international recruitment professional with a proven track record of solving skills shortages for companies in Ireland and internationally. Partnering with government bodies, multinationals and indigenous SME’s, David has tailored bespoke solutions for all levels of assignment to solve their specialist recruitment needs.

Sarah Fagan, Managing Director | Adare HRM
Sarah’s role as Managing Director oversees the strategic direction of the business and the HR and Employment Law support services provided to clients across a wide range of sectors by the experienced team of consultants within Adare HRM. Prior to her role as Managing Director, Sarah supported Adare HRM clients in the delivery of strategic consulting projects and oversee the consultancy services provided to clients.

Don’t miss out – register today*

Feel free to share this invite with colleagues or peers who would have an interest in the topics being covered.
*Upon registration, participant details will be issued to both Osborne and Adare HRM.

Case Study: Agricultural Roles in Canada

 

The Assignment

Our client, a prominent Canadian company operating in the agricultural sector, faced a critical shortage of staff across various agricultural roles. They struggled to recruit qualified candidates themselves due to the scarcity of skilled professionals in the sector. Additionally, the client faced the unique challenge of recruiting candidates who would be willing to relocate to an extremely remote location in Canada. They reached out for assistance from Osborne to identify and attract suitable candidates to fill the vacant positions.

 

The Process

Osborne devised a comprehensive recruitment strategy to tackle the client’s staffing challenges and source candidates from international markets. The following channels and methods were employed:

 

1. Job Advertisements: Osborne leveraged their extensive network and advertised the available positions in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and South Africa. These countries were selected based on the potential availability of skilled candidates in the agricultural sector.

 

2. Johannesburg Job Expo: To further expand the reach and attract potential candidates, Osborne participated in a job expo held in Johannesburg, South Africa. This event provided an opportunity to connect directly with qualified professionals seeking agricultural roles.

 

3. Social Media: Osborne utilised various social media platforms to promote the job openings and engage with potential candidates. By leveraging targeted advertising and industry-specific groups, they were able to reach a wide pool of qualified candidates.

 

Osborne’s dedicated recruitment team carefully screened applications, conducted in-depth interviews, and arranged supervised video sessions to assess candidates’ technical proficiency. A total of 54 interviews were conducted to identify the most suitable individuals for the agricultural roles, including Agricultural Mechanics, Agri Coaches, Agronomists, and Parts Persons.

 

The Result

Through a meticulous selection process, Osborne successfully placed 12 candidates in the available positions over a time frame of 2-6 months. These candidates demonstrated the necessary qualifications, experience, and a willingness to relocate.

 

Osborne’s commitment to providing comprehensive support extended beyond the recruitment and placement phase. The company recognised the challenges candidates would face when relocating to a remote location and made it a priority to ensure a smooth transition. Furthermore, Osborne maintained regular communication with each candidate after their arrival in Canada. This ongoing support helped the candidates settle into their new roles and address any challenges they encountered during the initial stages of their employment.

Case Study: Construction Mechanics in Australia

 

The Assignment

Our client was a leading manufacturer of construction equipment with operations based in Australia. They had an urgent requirement to fill multiple positions in the construction industry but encountered a significant skill shortage locally. Facing this challenge, the client approached Osborne, with the specific requirement of recruiting construction mechanics across several Australian states. Due to the scarcity of qualified candidates within Australia, it became evident that alternative approaches needed to be explored. Consequently, Osborne developed a comprehensive strategy aimed at targeting potential candidates from Ireland and the United Kingdom.

 

The Process

To address the skill shortage, we implemented the following steps:

 

Job Advertising: We launched targeted job advertisements in Ireland and the UK, promoting the available positions to construction mechanics interested in relocating to Australia. This approach aimed to tap into a larger talent pool with relevant skills and experience.

The recruitment team thoroughly assessed each application received, focusing on candidates with the required qualifications, experience, and willingness to relocate. This process involved evaluating CVs, conducting initial interviews, and shortlisting the most promising candidates.

Upon shortlisting potential candidates, we organised and facilitated a total of 50 interviews. These interviews were conducted either in person or remotely, ensuring a comprehensive assessment of the candidates’ suitability for the roles.

 

The Result

After the interview process, we worked closely with the client to finalise the selection of suitable candidates. A total of 20 candidates were successfully placed in construction mechanic positions. Osborne played a vital role in supporting each person throughout the relocation process, ensuring a seamless transition to their new roles. The entire process, from the initiation of candidate sourcing to the placement of candidates, spanned a timeframe of 2 to 6 months. This duration considered the time required for job advertising, candidate screening, interview arrangements, selection, onboarding, and relocation.

Osborne win Large Agency of The Year at the ERF Awards!

Osborne win Large Agency of The Year at the ERF Awards!

We are thrilled to announce that Osborne has been awarded the coveted Large Agency of the Year Award at the prestigious Employment and Recruitment Federation awards in the Shelbourne Hotel on Friday 24th of November.
This remarkable win marks an incredible journey for Osborne at the ERF Awards. Having previously been awarded Small Agency of the Year in 2015 and Medium Agency of the Year in 2017, Osborne have scooped the top award of the evening and scored a hat trick bringing home the trophy for Large Agency of the Year – an immense achievement for the entire team.

The Employment Recruitment Federation is the representative body established in 1971 to promote Excellence within the Recruitment Profession in Ireland and securing the title of best Large Agency of the Year 2023 is an incredible honour and massive achievement for the team at Osborne.

Speaking after the awards, CEO and Owner of Osborne, Shóna McManus said “I’m immensely proud of every member of our incredible team whose hard work, dedication and commitment to Recruitment Excellence have made this milestone possible. Winning this award amidst such strong and respected competition is a testament to our teams dedication to our clients and candidates and their commitment to #ChangingLives through matching the Right Person with the Right Job, No Compromise.  As CEO and Owner of Osborne I couldn’t be prouder. Thank you to the Employment and Recruitment Federation for this honour and recognition. To our Clients, Candidates, Osbornites, and Strategic Partners, this win wouldn’t have been possible without the continuous support from you. Your trust and belief in our purpose of #ChangingLives motivates us to continually raise the bar in the Recruitment Industry, both in Ireland and worldwide.

The entire Osborne team celebrated the win with a team lunch and Prosecco and were delighted to be joined by Geraldine King, CEO of the ERF on the call.

About the ERF:
The Employment Recruitment Federation is the foremost representative body set up to promote Excellence within the Recruitment Profession in Ireland ensuring all member organisations comply with the ERF’s professional Code of Conduct and acts as the voice of the profession lobbying at National and European level.

About Osborne:
Osborne is an Award Winning, International, Irish Owned Recruitment and Talent Consultancy with a reputation for Recruitment Excellence. Our expert team are driven by a culture of High Performance, High Commitment and High Quality, where we live and breathe our strong values of Excellence, Growth, Integrity, Collaboration and Care.
Together, as One Team, we change peoples’ lives. #ChangingLives

With 27 years’ experience, we offer temporary, contract, permanent recruitment, and talent solutions. We partner with clients across a broad range of sectors from start-ups, SME’s, indigenous, Government bodies to MNC’s.

Our highly trained and experienced Recruitment Consultants work with clients and candidates recruiting the right person, for the right job, no compromise, across our specialist teams:

Accountancy & Finance • Banking & Financial Services • Office Administration • Customer Service  Sales & Marketing • Multilingual • HR & Talent Acquisition • Light Industrial
Production & Manufacturing • Environmental, Sustainability & Renewable Energy
Engineering & Robotics • IT & AI • Executive & Board Appointments • Global International Search & Selection • Temporary & Contract Appointments