Managing Director Confidential Appointment | Engineering Sector
An outstanding opportunity exists for a commercially astute, technically credible leader to take full ownership of a well-established engineering organisation based in the Midlands and lead it through its next phase of growth. We are seeking a Managing Director with strong electrical engineering expertise and proven P&L leadership to drive strategy, performance, and culture. This role offers genuine autonomy, Board-level influence, and accountability for the entire business.
The Role: As Managing Director, you will have end-to-end responsibility for the organisation’s strategic direction, operational performance, financial results, and people leadership. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will translate Board objectives into actionable plans, lead day-to-day operations, and deliver sustainable growth.
This is a hands-on leadership role, requiring credible engagement with customers, technical teams, and commercial partners.
About You:
Senior leadership experience at MD or equivalent level (engineering or technical services)
Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Technically credible, commercially astute, and customer-facing
Proven autonomous leadership with full financial accountability
Track record of growth across service and/or product-based models
Decisive, entrepreneurial leader with strong people leadership capability
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Stephen Merrigan or email your CV to stephen.merrigan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles. #INDOSB1 #INDSMERRIGAN
Are you a marketing powerhouse who thrives on bringing people together, telling great stories, and making big things happen?
Our client is looking for a dynamic, creative, relationship-driven Marketing & Events Manager to lead the marketing, communications and events delivery for their exciting new Sustainable Scaling Programme. If you love working with diverse businesses, managing fast-moving projects, and building visibility for high-impact programmes—this is your role.
What You’ll Do: You’ll be the engine behind their regional brand presence—connecting with SMEs shaping their experience and showcasing their success.
Lead marketing and communications for the programme participants across multiple digital channels
Work hands-on with ambitious SMEs, becoming their go-to marketing support
Plan and deliver standout events—from business breakfasts to roadshows to innovation clinics
Tell the stories that matter, case studies, impact pieces, videos and more
Grow our digital footprint and strengthen our regional and national visibility
Build partnerships with enterprise agencies, educators, innovators and industry leaders
This is the perfect role for someone who loves variety, thrives on stakeholder engagement, and enjoys being at the centre of a busy, collaborative ecosystem.
Who You Are: You’re a confident communicator, a natural organiser, and a self-starter who enjoys juggling multiple projects. You’re comfortable working with multiple businesses at once – listening, advising, and helping them shine. You bring:
5+ years in marketing, events or communications
Strong digital marketing know-how
Experience managing professional business events
A flair for content creation and storytelling
Confidence working with suppliers, partners, agencies and entrepreneurs
A creative, results-driven mindset and excellent people skills
enterprise development, innovation, sustainability or SME ecosystems highly desirable
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Stephen Merrigan or email your CV to stephen.merrigan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles. #INDOSB1 #INDSMERRIGAN
Scaling Manager — Help Businesses Grow Sustainably, Shape Your Region’s Future, and Inspire Real Change
Are you an entrepreneur at heart? A consultant who loves impact? Someone who thrives on helping business and communities succeed?
Our client is launching an ambitious 3-year Sustainable Scaling Programme, and we’re looking for a Scaling Manager who’s excited to roll up their sleeves, work directly with high-potential SMEs, and help shape the next wave of regional enterprise success.
This isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity to guide founders, influence leadership teams, spark innovation, and play a pivotal role in building a thriving, sustainable business ecosystem.
If you’re driven by meaningful work, connection, and long-term impact, you’ll love this role.
Who You Are:
Entrepreneurial, commercially curious, and solutions-driven.
A natural connector, facilitator and mentor
Proactive, organised, and energised by teamwork.
Passionate about helping businesses thrive — and seeing communities benefit.
Motivated by sustainability, innovation, and long-term impact.
Experienced in enterprise development or scaling support, understanding SME growth challenges
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Stephen Merrigan or email your CV to stephen.merrigan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles. #INDOSB1 #INDSMERRIGAN
Divisional Manager and Member of the Executive Leadership Team, IDA Ireland
Osborne Executive Recruitment are proud to partner with IDA in recruiting for the role of Divisional Manager, Technology, Content, Consumer & Business Services. The role will report directly to an Executive Director and will work alongside the Executive leadership team as a member of the organisation’s Executive Committee.
The successful candidate will be an innovative senior business leader with a broad and in-depth understanding of transformation within a global business environment and how Ireland’s FDI offering aligns with corporate business goals and objectives. They will have senior management experience and have experience as a leader across a number of business sectors and functions. The individual must be truly passionate about helping Ireland to win on the international stage, be results driven, a strong team leader and committed to the vision and purpose of IDA. The role requires the capability for leading and driving the achievement of key business targets across the critical client facing Departments of Technology, Content, Consumer & Business Services.
The successful candidate will be an innovative senior business leader with a broad and in-depth understanding of transformation within a global business environment and how Ireland’s FDI offering aligns with corporate business goals and objectives. They will have senior management experience and have experience as a leader across a number of business sectors and functions. The individual must be truly passionate about helping Ireland to win on the international stage, be results driven, a strong team leader and committed to the vision and purpose of IDA. The role requires the capability for leading and driving the achievement of key business targets across the critical client facing Departments of Technology, Content, Consumer & Business Services.
Closing Date Closing date for this position is 5th January 2026. Your online application must be submitted to idaexec@osborne.ie not later than 5th January 2026. If you feel you would benefit from a confidential discussion about any aspect of this opportunity, please contact Elaine Scilley at elaine.scilley@osborne.ie
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Stephen Merrigan or email your CV to stephen.merrigan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles. #INDOSB1 #INDSMERRIGAN
Osborne Recruitment is partnering with a global financial-services leader to hire a Director of Product Marketing —a strategic, high-visibility role shaping the future of a world-class compliance platform. We’re looking for a bold, data-driven marketer with deep financial-services or RegTech experience. You’ll define positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategy, act as a key product spokesperson, and build the product-marketing engine that fuels global growth.
What You’ll Do
Lead product-marketing strategy across key compliance pillars.
Create standout positioning and messaging in the RegTech market.
Drive GTM for launches and feature updates.
Equip sales with powerful enablement tools and competitive insights.
Partner with demand gen to accelerate pipeline and ABM performance.
Track market trends, competitors, and product-marketing KPIs.
Shape pricing, packaging, and customer-centric content.
What You Bring
10+ years in SaaS product marketing (financial services/compliance preferred).
Proven impact on pipeline and revenue.
Enterprise GTM experience and comfort with C-suite buyers.
Excellent storytelling, communication, and analytical skills.
Global experience and MBA a plus.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Stephen Merrigan or email your CV to stephen.merrigan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles. #INDOSB1 #INDSMERRIGAN
Store Director – Builders Providers/ Hardware | Carlow
Osborne Executive Recruitment is proud to partner with a long-established, builders providers/ hardware business in Carlow, now entering an exciting phase of growth. We’re seeking a commercially astute Store Director to lead the business into its next chapter. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with strong experience in hardware, construction supplies, or similar sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead strategy, operations, and business development
Drive sustainable growth while preserving core values
Oversee financial performance, team development, and compliance
Act as key liaison with ownership and stakeholders
What You’ll Bring:
Proven leadership in retail, B2B (hardware/construction)
Strong commercial and financial acumen
Track record in change management and operational excellence
Collaborative, people-first approach with entrepreneurial flair
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Stephen Merrigan or email your CV to stephen.merrigan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles. #INDOSB1 #INDSMERRIGAN
Location: Remote- Ireland/ Lisbon, Portugal Sector: Digital Health / Pharma / CNS & Rare Diseases
A global leader in digital assessments, therapies, and biomarkers for Central Nervous System (CNS) Conditions and Rare Diseases is seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Sales to lead its global sales strategy and drive transformative partnerships across the pharmaceutical, health technology, and payer sectors. Operating in over 30 countries, this pioneering organisation leverages cutting-edge science and technology to transform how neurological and rare diseases are understood and treated. Backed by strong partnerships with leading pharmaceutical companies and health innovators, it is entering an exciting phase of international expansion and commercial scale-up.
The Opportunity
As Head of Sales, you will define and execute a global sales strategy, driving revenue growth and establishing long-term, strategic partnerships with leading healthcare organisations worldwide. Reporting to the executive team, you’ll play a key role in shaping the company’s global impact and commercial success.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and deliver a high-impact global sales strategy that accelerates growth and market reach.
Drive all aspects of sales performance, from pipeline to close, ensuring sustained quota achievement.
Forge and manage strategic partnerships with pharmaceutical, health tech, and payer organisations.
Lead complex negotiations and contracting processes for high-value, multi-year deals.
Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling, data-driven value propositions.
Build, mentor, and inspire a world-class sales team with a focus on performance and accountability.
Your Profile
8+ years of commercial experience within pharma, healthcare, or digital health, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
Proven track record of driving revenue growth and leading successful sales teams.
Deep understanding of pharmaceutical partnerships, contracting, and payer dynamics.
Strong strategic, analytical, and negotiation skills with C-suite presence and influence.
Adaptable, ambitious, and results-oriented — with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Stephen Merrigan or email your CV to stephen.merrigan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles. #INDOSB1 #INDSMERRIGAN
Osborne is seeking a highly experienced, ambitious, and commercially driven Executive Recruiter to join our growing Executive Search Business. This is a senior recruiter opportunity ideal for someone with a proven track record in recruiting C-suite and senior leadership roles, who thrives in a high-performance, relationship-led environment. Based in our office in Louth this role offers the chance to make a real impact by partnering with top-tier clients and placing exceptional executive-level talent.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end executive recruitment processes across a range of sectors, with a focus on C-suite, Director, and Senior Management roles.
Drive business development and account growth, developing trusted, strategic relationships with key decision-makers at the highest levels.
Act as a strategic advisor to clients, offering market insights, salary benchmarking, and talent solutions tailored to their leadership needs.
Build and manage a strong network of high-calibre executive candidates through proactive headhunting, referrals, and market mapping.
Partner closely with clients to deeply understand their business, culture, and leadership requirements.
Deliver a best-in-class candidate experience, always maintaining discretion and professionalism.
Contribute to thought leadership, branding, and the overall growth strategy of the Executive Search Business.
About You:
Educated to degree level essential. Masters level desirable.
A minimum of 3 years' recruitment experience, with a focus on senior and executive-level placements.
Proven track record of building and managing long-term client relationships and securing repeat business.
Strong commercial acumen and a strategic mindset.
A consultative approach with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
A self-starter who is proactive, organised, and highly driven.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Experience working in a retained or executive search environment is an advantage.
What We Offer:
Competitive base salary and market-leading commission structure.
25 days annual leave plus company days.
Pension and flexible benefits package.
Ongoing training and support, including leadership development and executive search best practices.
Health and wellness initiatives.
Subsidised maternity/paternity leave.
Vibrant, inclusive company culture with a focus on collaboration, integrity, and high performance.
Early finish on Fridays and regular team events.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Stephen Merrigan or email your CV to stephen.merrigan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles.
Job Title: General Manager – Commercial Growth & Client Development Location: Monaghan Head Office Fully Onsite Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Salary: €75,000 – €80,000 DOE plus benefits
Our client is a market leader in the supply of safety, workwear, uniform, and specialist products and services to both public and private sector clients across the UK and Ireland. 100% Irish-owned organisation with a strong heritage and a reputation for quality, reliability and service excellence. They are the market leader in the provision of managed serviced contracts for PPE & Uniforms to Industry. Today, the Group employs over 80 staff across five strategically located branches, with offices and warehousing in Glasgow, London, Cumbria, Cork, and Monaghan (Head Office).
Role Overview: Our Client is seeking an experienced (5 years plus), commercially driven General Manager to accelerate business performance and unlock further value across a key segment of the company’s client portfolio. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role is focused on commercial growth, client development and performance optimisation. The successful candidate will translate commercial insight into action, shape structured growth plans, and deliver measurable improvements in revenue, margin, retention and client engagement. A Commercial Director currently manages high-value international accounts, allowing this role to concentrate on domestic and regional client development, ensuring full market coverage and alignment with overall business strategy. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a growing, owner-led organisation and is comfortable operating with autonomy, accountability and pace.
Drive revenue, margin and profitability through structured commercial planning and disciplined execution
Identify opportunities to increase client spend, improve retention and deepen long-term relationships
Own and deliver commercial growth targets across assigned client segments
Translate market insight and customer data into clear commercial actions
Client Development & Relationship Management
Strengthen relationships with key domestic and regional clients at senior decision-maker level
Identify upsell, cross-sell and service enhancement opportunities within existing accounts
Ensure high levels of client satisfaction, engagement and retention
Act as a senior commercial escalation point where required
Data, Insight & Decision Support
Analyse sales, margin and customer data to produce meaningful insights, forecasts and targets
Develop and own commercial KPIs, dashboards and reporting frameworks
Move beyond reporting consolidation to proactive, insight-led decision making
Use data to challenge assumptions and drive performance improvement
Cross-Functional Leadership
Work closely with operations, marketing, procurement and service teams to deliver commercial objectives
Influence and align cross-functional teams to improve customer experience and commercial outcomes
Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and profitability
Strategy, Planning & Governance
Contribute directly to strategic planning, budgeting and long-range commercial initiatives alongside the CEO and senior management team.
Support the development of scalable commercial processes suitable for a growing organisation
Ensure commercial activity aligns with overall business strategy, values and operational capability
Experience & Capability
At least 5 years proven track record of delivering commercial growth and revenue results
Strong analytical capability with confidence working with data to make informed decisions
Experience improving commercial performance across existing client portfolios
Experience in sales enhancement and planning software.
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct line authority
Commercial experience from any industry (sector-agnostic)
Leadership & Communication
Confident, credible communicator able to present a clear commercial narrative
Comfortable challenging assumptions and driving constructive debate
Able to operate at both strategic and hands-on operational levels
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Highly commercial, results-focused and proactive
Operates with curiosity, urgency and accountability
Comfortable working autonomously in a scaling, entrepreneurial environment
Strong sense of ownership and follow-through
Pragmatic, data-driven and action-oriented
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Stephen Merrigan or email your CV to stephen.merrigan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles.
Osborne Recruitment is partnering with a global financial-services innovator to hire a Product Marketing Director —a high-impact, strategic role that will shape the direction of a best-in-class compliance platform. We’re seeking a bold, data-driven marketer with strong financial-services or RegTech expertise. In this role, you’ll define positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategy; serve as a key product evangelist; and build the product-marketing foundation that fuels global growth.
What You’ll Do
Lead product-marketing strategy across core compliance pillars.
Develop differentiated positioning and messaging in the RegTech landscape.
Drive go-to-market execution for product launches and feature enhancements.
Empower sales with compelling enablement tools and competitive intelligence.
Collaborate with demand gen to accelerate pipeline and enhance ABM performance.
Monitor market dynamics, competitive movements, and product-marketing KPIs.
Influence pricing, packaging, and the creation of customer-focused content.
What You Bring
10+ years of SaaS product-marketing experience (financial services or compliance strongly preferred).
Demonstrated ability to drive pipeline growth and revenue impact.
Enterprise GTM expertise and ease engaging with C-suite stakeholders.
Exceptional storytelling, communication, and analytical abilities.
Global experience and an MBA are pluses.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Stephen Merrigan or email your CV to stephen.merrigan@osborne.ie If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided Please submit your updated CV in Word Format If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please visit www.osborne.ie for more information on all of our roles. #INDOSB1 #INDSMERRIGAN
