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Balmer Dawson Executive Search

Balmer Dawson Executive Search is a Dublin based executive search consultancy dedicated to appointing CEOs and senior leaders for charities and nonprofit organizations across Ireland and internationally. The firm partners closely with chairpersons, boards, and chief executives in mission driven settings, including charities, NGOs, educational trusts, religious orders, and higher education foundations, to deliver governance led and culturally aligned leadership appointments. Led by experienced advisers Gilly Balmer and Zena Dawson, the practice brings more than two decades of sector specific expertise to each assignment, combining targeted market mapping, discreet headhunting, rigorous longlisting and shortlisting, and structured board interview support. Their director led model emphasizes clarity and momentum, agreeing a realistic search timeline at the outset and providing practical decision tools such as interview frameworks and scoring matrices to help boards reach confident, evidence based outcomes. The team is retained for complex, high stakes transitions where discretion, sound judgment, and values fit are paramount, with a particular strength in assessing leadership capability and cultural alignment for purpose driven organizations. Track record spans CEO and executive director appointments as well as senior functional leadership such as heads of fundraising and philanthropy and director level roles for organizations including Sonas Domestic Violence Charity, Mens Aid, DEBRA Ireland, the Irish Cancer Society, Trinity Development and Alumni, DCU Educational Trust, the Society of Jesus, Focus Ireland, and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. From its base at 34 Grafton Street, Dublin 2, Balmer Dawson supports clients nationwide, offering a transparent, collaborative, and candidate respectful process that reflects each organization’s strategy, governance context, and values. The result is senior leadership appointments that strengthen nonprofit institutions for the long term and deliver measurable impact for the communities they serve.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentSOW/ProjectsFundraisingSocial ServicesEnvironmental ConservationPharmaceuticalsBiotechnologyMedical Devices

HQDublin, Ireland

Protocol Education

Protocol Education is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to the UK education sector, connecting exceptional teaching and support professionals with schools and nurseries nationwide. Serving more than 4,000 education providers and helping over 11,000 supply staff into work each year, the company supports daily, long‑term and permanent hiring needs across primary, secondary and SEND settings, as well as early years and nurseries. Their talent network spans teachers, ECTs, classroom and special support assistants, nursery nurses, one‑to‑one tutors, instructors, behaviour and pupil mentors, attendance mentors, and specialist roles such as speech and language therapists. Protocol Education operates through a network of 26 branches across England, including Bradford, Bristol, Bromley, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Leeds, Leicester, London (Finchley, Tottenham Court Road and Wimbledon), Manchester, Newcastle, Nottingham, Sheffield, Shropshire, Surrey, Uxbridge, Watford and the West Midlands, enabling responsive local service backed by national scale. For educators, the firm offers choice and flexibility with competitive rates, a clear registration process, guaranteed work agreements, time‑saving timesheet and payroll guidance, and ongoing development via its CPD Academy, Team Teach training and ECT Pool, including dedicated support for international educators. For school leaders, Protocol Education provides a complete staffing solution from last‑minute supply cover to strategic long‑term recruitment, supported by rigorous safeguarding checks, online account management, and transparent compliance. Its myProtocol Work app allows candidates to manage availability and bookings, while the myProtocol Staff app enables schools to book vetted educators quickly and reliably. With specialist divisions for early years, primary, secondary and special needs schools and units, and additional access to DfE‑funded and apprenticeship training pathways, Protocol Education combines sector expertise, robust compliance and intuitive technology to deliver timely, high‑quality matches that improve continuity of learning and reduce staffing friction. Proudly part of Supporting Education Group, the company focuses on building long‑term relationships that help educators progress in their careers and help schools maintain stable, effective workforces.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingContract StaffingHigher Education (Faculty, Administration)Corporate Training & CoachingE-Learning & Online EducationGeneralist - white collar professionalsHealthcare & Life Sciences

HQLondon, United Kingdom

Care People Group

Care People Group is an international recruitment agency dedicated to meeting the growing need for qualified healthcare professionals across the United Kingdom, United States, Germany, and Denmark. Focused on EU nurses and other health personnel, the company specializes in permanent placements with hospitals and clinics and complements recruiting with a uniquely comprehensive onboarding service. From the first point of contact, Care People Group evaluates clinical experience and job readiness, verifies required documentation, and manages national authorization processes with the relevant authorities. Consultants craft professional candidate presentations, including standardized healthcare CVs and personal motivations, list qualified applicants to interested employers, and coordinate interviews online and, when appropriate, in person. After job offers are secured, the team arranges basic professional language courses and cultural introductions to the national health system, assists candidates in obtaining a social security number and bank account, provides guidance on tax conditions, and supports personal budgeting. Practical relocation support includes exploring accommodation options, while structured follow ups with both candidate and employer help ensure smooth integration and long term retention. Candidates pay no fees for service, education, or support, and full time employment agreements are entered directly with hiring hospitals under current union based salary and working conditions. Guided by the values of trust, professionalism, and security, Care People Group delivers an end to end solution that reduces hiring risk and administrative burden for healthcare providers while opening foreign career opportunities for clinicians. With offices in Holte and Aarhus and an affiliated entity in Herlev, the organization leverages an international network and consistent candidate recommendations to deliver reliable outcomes. Whether a hospital seeking a dependable pipeline of EU talent or a clinician planning a move abroad, Care People Group provides a clear, supportive pathway from application to first day on the ward.

Permanent RecruitmentRPOPayrolling/EORHospital & Health Care (Nursing)Healthcare & Life Sciences

HQHerlev, Denmark

Medpharm

Medpharm operates as part of Med Doc Healthcare, specializing in recruitment and staffing solutions for pharmacies throughout Ireland. They place strong emphasis on compliance, ensuring candidates meet all regulatory requirements established by the Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland while also satisfying their own rigorous internal screening protocols. Their comprehensive service includes full background checks spanning references to Garda vetting. They recruit for various pharmacy roles including supervising pharmacists, support pharmacists, locum pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians. A key competitive advantage is their global candidate database, which they leverage to provide international staffing solutions for domestic pharmacy needs across independent, group, and chain pharmacies nationwide.

Perm RecruitmentTemp StaffingHealthcare & Life Sciences

ProGen Search

ProGen Search is a UK-based executive search specialist that partners with forward-thinking organisations to secure senior leadership and mission-critical talent, with a dedicated focus across Biotech & Pharma, Life Sciences Software, Contract Research Organisations (CROs), and Contract Development & Manufacturing Organisations (CDMOs). Guided by a transparent, human-centred ethos and more than 14 years of expertise, the firm blends rigorous market intelligence with precision search to deliver leaders who drive measurable progress. ProGen’s service model spans retained executive search for high-impact appointments, confidential and strategic search for sensitive mandates, and an on-demand partnership that embeds flexible recruitment capability; these are complemented by market intelligence briefs that give clients an evidence-backed view of competitive landscapes, talent availability, and compensation dynamics. Its methodology is anchored in the “4 P’s”—Proof, Process, Proficiency, and Progress—providing accountability, a structured approach, seasoned execution, and outcomes aligned to long-term growth. Clients benefit from full market coverage, talent mapping that leaves no stone unturned, meticulous screening to ensure only top-calibre candidates advance, and tailored solutions shaped by a deep understanding of culture, objectives, and role context. ProGen’s open, “open-source” approach to search emphasises clarity and visibility at every step, strengthening trust with CEOs and hiring leaders. The firm also contributes industry thought leadership via the Market Intelligence Vault and Industry Insights, covering topics such as FDA Complete Response Letter analysis, radiopharma talent trends, and the CGT CDMO outlook—giving stakeholders actionable intelligence at the intersection of science, software, and regulated manufacturing. From its base at Sanderson House, 22 Station Road, Horsforth, Leeds, ProGen has earned endorsements from leaders across life sciences, including biotech and analytical services, who cite the firm’s communication, speed, rigour, and ability to consistently surface pertinent shortlists for highly specialised director- and executive-level roles.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentRPOHospital & Health Care (Nursing)PhysiciansPharmaceuticalsCloud ComputingTelecomAutomotive

HQLeeds, United Kingdom

Primecare Locums

Primecare Locums is a UK-based staffing firm dedicated to supplying GP locums nationwide, supporting primary care providers with reliable clinical cover across urban and regional communities. Operating through branches in Birmingham, Manchester, Cleveland, Cardiff and Chelmsford, the company combines local insight with national reach to respond quickly to rota pressures, planned leave and surges in patient demand. Its focus is on flexible, short-term and longer-term locum assignments for qualified general practitioners, enabling GP practices and other primary care settings to maintain continuity of care, protect access for patients and manage workload peaks without compromising standards. With a specialist, boutique team, Primecare Locums builds relationships on both sides of the market: clients benefit from a streamlined process to request and secure cover, clear communication on availability and rates, and consistent aftercare across each booking; doctors gain access to a steady pipeline of roles matched to their preferences for location, schedule and scope of work. The agency’s consultants prioritize responsiveness, transparency and accurate matching, helping clients minimize vacancy downtime while ensuring clinicians have the information and support they need to succeed on assignment. Primecare Locums’ service model spans ad hoc sessions, multi-week engagements and ongoing arrangements, aligning the flexibility of locum work with the operational needs of primary care organizations. By focusing exclusively on GP locums, the firm maintains a concentrated candidate network and current market knowledge, enabling swift turnarounds on short-notice requirements and a dependable experience for repeat users. Through attentive coordination of bookings, practical onboarding guidance and an emphasis on dependable delivery, Primecare Locums positions itself as a trusted partner for practices seeking agility in workforce planning and for GPs who value choice, variety and control in their working lives.

Temporary StaffingContract StaffingPermanent RecruitmentHospital & Health Care (Nursing)PhysiciansPharmaceuticalsHealthcare AdministrationMental Health CareVeterinary

HQUnited Kingdom

Socionomuthyrning

Socionomuthyrning is a Swedish staffing and consulting specialist dedicated to strengthening a high quality, sustainable social services ecosystem across municipalities and regions. Focused exclusively on social work, the firm supplies experienced consultants on a temporary and contract basis, and can provide interim team leaders and managers when organizations need immediate relief or targeted expertise. With more than ten years of industry experience and a large national network of seasoned social workers, Socionomuthyrning matches each client brief with the right competence and supports long term, workable solutions rather than short fixes. Its consultants cover key practice areas including child and youth assessments, LSS and disability services, family law, elder care, addiction services, and social psychiatry, as well as group leaders and unit managers who can stabilize teams, mentor staff, and drive improvement initiatives. For consultants, Socionomuthyrning offers freedom and flexibility to choose assignment scope and schedule, the ability to combine consulting with other pursuits, and close support throughout each engagement from an engaged internal team that maintains regular contact. Candidates can register in the companys talent network and submit a CV to be notified when roles align with their profile. For clients, the company provides rapid coverage of vacancies, access to scarce skills, and pragmatic partners who can act as sounding boards while easing everyday workload. Socionomuthyrning communicates transparently about terms and privacy, displays ISO 9001 quality credentials, and is part of NGS Group. The brand is now included in Human Capital together with Source and Qsearch, and invites visitors to explore its new website while continuing to serve social services with the same commitment to quality and care. From urgent backfill to interim leadership, Socionomuthyrning focuses on matching need with capability to support resilient, sustainable social care.

Temporary StaffingContract StaffingExec Search & Interim MgmtGovernment AdministrationMental Health CareHealthcare & Life SciencesSenior ExecutivesGeneralist - white collar professionals

HQStockholm, Sweden

Nurse House

Nurse House AB is a privately owned Swedish healthcare staffing and recruitment firm based in Stockholm, serving clients and candidates across the country. The company specializes in providing nurses, assistant nurses, medical secretaries, and physicians for both short notice and longer assignments, from a few hours to extended parental or sick leave cover, and also recruits for permanent roles when needed. As an authorized staffing company and member of Bemanningsforetagen, Nurse House operates under collective agreements and pays occupational pension from the first hour, combining regulatory compliance with a personal and responsive service model. Candidates benefit from a high degree of flexibility, choosing how much, when, and where they want to work, with the option to receive salary once or twice per month. To safeguard quality, the firm performs thorough vetting that includes reference checks, verification of professional licenses with the National Board of Health and Welfare (Socialstyrelsen), and photo ID control. Nurse House supports both public regional healthcare providers and private clinics across Sweden, including hospitals, primary care centers, child health services (BVC), and specialty practices. Recent needs highlighted by live assignments include general practitioners, district and child health nurses, radiologists, dermatologists, ENT specialists, and other disciplines across regions such as Skane, Halland, Kalmar, Stockholm, Uppsala, Gavleborg, Gotland, and Vasteras. Clients rely on Nurse House for quick, reliable coverage of shift gaps as well as tailored recruitment to permanent positions. Healthcare professionals can register interest online, access roles via an intranet, and receive individual guidance from a seasoned team led by Asa Bjallander Orneborg, Kaarina Hatakka, and Helene Kischinowsky, who have worked in healthcare staffing since the late 1990s. The company keeps communication open and is reachable by phone or email, with office support on weekdays and availability beyond core hours. Through partnerships, including home visit services coordinated with Mobila Doktorn, Nurse House expands flexible extra work opportunities for doctors. Whether a unit needs locum coverage or a permanent hire, or a clinician seeks greater flexibility and reward, Nurse House aligns workforce needs with personal preferences to deliver safe and sustainable staffing outcomes across Sweden.

Temporary StaffingPermanent RecruitmentContract StaffingHospital & Health Care (Nursing)PhysiciansPharmaceuticalsHealthcare AdministrationMental Health CareVeterinary

HQStockholm, Sweden

Platinum Select - Optical & Audiology

Platinum Select is a specialist recruitment consultancy focused exclusively on the Optical and Audiology sectors across the UK, partnering with both independent practices and national multiples to deliver high‑calibre clinical and practice leadership talent. Operating from Harrogate, North Yorkshire, the firm combines executive search discipline with hands‑on market coverage to recruit Optometrists, Audiologists, Dispensing Opticians, Hearing Aid Dispensers, Practice Managers, Optical Consultants/Assistants and Lab Technicians. For employers, Platinum Select opens access to a far broader pool than advertising alone by pro‑actively engaging passive candidates from its extensive database, conducting telephone interviews to validate feasibility and fit, and presenting detailed, insight‑rich submissions that save time and improve decision quality. To ensure no route to talent is missed, the team complements direct headhunting with well‑crafted, ongoing advertising until the role is filled. For candidates, Platinum Select streamlines career moves by sharing curated, local opportunities—often before they are publicly advertised—and facilitating direct conversations with decision‑makers and local clinicians after a single exploratory call. Candidates receive practical support throughout the process, including CV and interview advice and timely updates, with a consultative, listening‑first approach that aligns options to personal circumstances and aspirations. The consultancy’s sector immersion, relationships across optical and hearcare providers, and commitment to transparent communication underpin a smooth, stress‑free recruitment journey for both sides. Whether filling a pivotal clinical post, strengthening practice management, or exploring new roles in optics or hearingcare, clients and candidates trust Platinum Select to act decisively, communicate clearly, and deliver outcomes where capability and culture align.

Exec Search & Interim MgmtPermanent RecruitmentContract StaffingHospital & Health Care (Nursing)PhysiciansPharmaceuticalsMental Health CareVeterinaryHealthcare & Life Sciences

HQHarrogate, United Kingdom

Purpose Recruitment

Purpose Recruitment is an Ireland based recruitment partner focused on connecting purpose with opportunity across construction and social care. Founded in 2023 by Derek Byrne, the firm was built to help employers align hiring strategies with their Corporate Social Responsibility priorities and to create long term, values led matches. Operating across Ireland, Purpose Recruitment supports both blue collar and white collar hiring needs in construction, from skilled laborers to project managers, and serves social care providers seeking compassionate, mission aligned professionals. The company delivers permanent, temporary, and contract staffing solutions and complements delivery with practical candidate support, including CV guidance and interview preparation. Its process is structured and transparent: research to understand needs, values, and goals; analysis to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit; planning to design a tailored sourcing and selection strategy; and execution to attract, screen, interview, and coordinate offers for successful, lasting placements. Employers benefit from careful consultation on team structure, culture, and project demands, ensuring each hire adds value from day one and supports retention. Candidates gain a partner that looks beyond a CV to strengths, motivations, and long term aspirations, prioritizing opportunities where they can thrive and make a meaningful impact. Inspired by Byrnes work co founding a not for profit supporting young people in care, the agency champions equitable access to quality work and the creation of purposeful futures. With a commitment to trust, reliability, and measurable outcomes, Purpose Recruitment bridges skills and values to help organizations build resilient teams and to help people find roles that truly fit, whether for a critical project, a strategic permanent hire, or a flexible assignment that can grow into a career.

Permanent RecruitmentTemporary StaffingContract StaffingResidential DevelopmentCommercial Real EstateConstructionSocial ServicesEnvironmental ConservationPhilanthropy

HQRathdrum, Ireland

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