2. Finding a Job in ireland
Brian Whelan April 11TH 2019

3. A little bit about me Brian Whelan
Business Manager at Reed Specialist Recruitment Ireland
3 years experience in recruitment
20 years’ experience in sales, operations, marketing and management
You will find me on LinkedIn

4. A Little bit about reed
One of the largest recruitment companies in the world
Established in 1960
200 offices throughout Europe
Recruit across a broad range of sectors including:
Office Support
Sales
Marketing HR
Legal IT
Hospitality & Catering
Facilities & Supply Chain
Engineering

5. Role of a recruitment agency
To source talent for our clients
Working closely with clients to identify and source people for their business
Our Role includes;
Advertising positions
Screening applications
Interviewing candidates
Sending cvs to clients
Arranging interviews
Providing feedback
Managing job offers
Reference checking

6. Current job market (roi)
Irish economy is performing well
Continues to grow steadily
ERSI predicting continued growth in 2019 and 2020*
Unemployment at lowest level since 2007

7. brexit Uncertainty over Brexit Deal or No Deal Likely Impact and Risks
Border between Republic & Northern Ireland
Currency rates
Tariffs on goods will increase cost of imports and exports
Biggest impact on companies who import or export goods or raw materials
Food Industry , Tourism, Transport may be most impacted
Significant opportunity for Foreign investment to Ireland (example financial services).. Ireland will be the only English-speaking country in EU

8. Employment opportunities
Most sectors performing well
High demand for talent across most sectors
In particular;
Tech
Multi-Lingual
Hospitality
Financial Services
Accounting & Finance
Transport & Logistics
Pharma

9. Global Companies Salesforce Workday Google LinkedIn Microsoft Pfizer
DHL
Fedex
Merrill Lynch

10. Pay rates Minimum Wage in Ireland €9.80 per hour
Average Salary Ireland €45,000 per annum
Examples
Retail €10.50 to €12 per hour
General Admin / Office Support €12 to €16 per hour

11. Where to find suitable jobs
Job Boards
Indeed
Irishjobs
Jobs.ie
Monster
LinkedIn
Recruitment Agencies (including Reed)
Direct Applications

12. How to apply Prepare your CV Include Cover Note
Send CV to companies within specific industries / locations
Register with recruitment agencies
Ask for referrals

13. Your CV The 7 second rule….
One change to capture the attention of Recruiter
“You never get a second chance to make a first impression”
Your Opportunity to show your skills, experience and suitability for the role

14. Your CV What to Include What NOT to include Name
Contact details
A Professional address
Personal Statement
Key Skills
Achievements
Qualifications
Work Experience (starting with most recent)
Explanation on gaps in CV
What NOT to include
Anything that is not accurate or true
Home Address
Too much detail on things that are not relevant
Photograph that is not professional / tasteful
Date of Birth
Marital Status
Religion

15. IntervIew
Another Opportunity to demonstrate your suitability for the job!
TIPS
Be on Time
Be well presented
Know your cv
Know a little about the company
Take some time to read and understand the job description
Prepare to give examples of achievements
Ask relevant questions
Smile
Be Friendly
Let your personality shine

16. Summary Excellent Opportunities in Ireland currently
Opportunities across most sectors
Skills / Experience developed in Spain are relevant
Communication skills are important

17. questions