MCS Group is proud to be working with an international SaaS success story as they seek a mid-level PHP Developer with strong Symfony experience to join a product focused environment. They have offices all over the world but seek talent to work remotely in Ireland/Northern Ireland. This is not an agency or freelance style role. It's a structured software engineering environment with proper processes, CI/CD, testing standards, and long-term product ownership. The Role You'll be working within a collaborative, agile engineering team responsible for evolving and scaling a complex PHP-based platform. Responsibilities include: Designing and building backend components using PHP (Symfony) Developing integrations with ERP systems, payment gateways and APIs Contributing to frontend functionality Writing automated tests (PHPUnit / Codeception / Cypress) Working with CI/CD pipelines and AWS-based deployments Participating in sprint ceremonies, technical design and code reviews Troubleshooting performance and scalability issues in production What They're Looking For Commercial PHP experience in a SaaS or product-based software company Strong Symfony experience (preferred over Laravel) Experience working on structured, long-term codebases Understanding of system design and scalable backend architecture Exposure to Docker, CI/CD and cloud environments (AWS ideal) Experience writing automated tests as part of your workflow Comfortable working in an agile environment What's on offer Permanent Role with salary up to €55,000 Fully Remote Opportunity to work on meaningful software initiatives with real business impact alongside a superb team of professionals To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Calum Omand Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group on We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current and exclusive roles Skills: PHP Symfony Laravel Software Developer Benefits: Work From Home
HR Assistant We're excited to partner with a forward-thinking organisation to welcome a passionate HR Assistant who's eager to make a real impact across Ireland and beyond. Overview This is a hands-on role supporting the full employee lifecycle, from pre-employment checks and onboarding to employee engagement and compliance. You'll be the first point of contact for HR queries, ensuring a positive employee experience through clear communication, accurate data management, and consistent process delivery. Working closely with HR Managers and site teams, you'll play an essential role in maintaining effective HR processes and contributing to a collaborative, people-focused culture. Key Responsibilities * Manage pre-employment checks including right-to-work verification, medical screening, and employment references. Prepare offer letters, contracts, and new-starter documentation in line with company policy. * Coordinate HR inductions and orientation sessions, ensuring a seamless introduction to the organisation for new employees. * Maintain accurate and compliant employee records, ensuring HR systems are kept up to date and aligned with GDPR requirements. * Support processes such as transfers, leavers, and probation reviews, ensuring all changes are documented and communicated effectively. * Collaborate with payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate processing of weekly and monthly data, and support the administration of employee benefits. * Monitor attendance, manage return-to-work processes, and support managers with early-stage absence and performance matters. * Assist in the coordination of engagement initiatives, training programmes, workshops, and company events. * Act as the first point of contact for HR enquiries, ensuring adherence to company policies, procedures, and employment legislation. Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes and employee experience. The Ideal Candidate * Experience in an HR assistant or coordinator role within a fast-paced environment. * Confident working with HR systems and Microsoft Office tools. * CIPD qualification or relevant degree. * Full-time onsite presence required in Monaghan or Dublin. * Own transport essential. What's on Offer Competitive salary up to €38,000. Enhanced benefits package Opportunity to support HR operations across multiple business units. A supportive team environment with ongoing training and development. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Tara Duffy (HR Specialist Recruitment Consultant, MCS Group) at or . Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request. Not all agencies are the sameMCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google. MCS Group - Proud CIPD NI HR Awards Headline Sponsor 2025
Head of Finance (Interim) - Newry MCS Group are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, values-led charitable organisation to recruit an Interim Head of Finance based in Newry. The Company: Our client is a respected not-for-profit organisation providing essential specialist services to the local community. With a strong reputation for excellence and a clear strategic vision, the organisation is focused on ensuring long-term sustainability while continuing to deliver high-quality, person-centred support. This is a key leadership appointment, offering the opportunity to shape and strengthen the finance function while contributing to the ongoing strategic development of the organisation. The Rewards: As the successful interim Head of Finance, you will receive the following: £ base salary + benefits Hybrid working (3 days office) Flexible working (open to 4 or 5 days per week); Opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role within a respected charitable organisation. The Role: As the successful interim Head of Finance, you will work with both the CEO & the Director of Corporate Services and will be responsible for the following: Oversight for the full finance function; Contributing to long-term growth and sustainability while managing strategic financial risks; Leading the production of monthly management accounts, annual budgeting, and quarterly forecasting; Providing high-level financial analysis and risk assessments to the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees; Ensuring effective controls, systems, and processes are in place for payroll, receipts, and cash flow management; Other duties as outlined in the full job description. The Person: The successful interim Head of Finance will meet the following criteria: Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalet; strong management or leadership experience; Open to industry or 3rd sector background; Previous corporate tax experience. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Adam Macklin, Head of Accountancy & Financial Services at MCS Group Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs Not all agencies are the sameMCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google. Skills: qualified accountant management accounts budgeting forecasting stratgeic Benefits: pension hybrid/flexible working
IT Support Technician ? Monaghan-based | ? Full-time | Permanent A well-established multi-site manufacturing group is seeking an IT Support Technician to join their internal IT team. This role offers broad exposure across infrastructure, end-user support and production systems within a dynamic operational environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an IT professional looking to gain hands-on experience across a diverse technology estate while supporting business-critical systems. The Role You will provide IT support across all departments, working closely with the IT Manager to ensure systems remain secure, stable and efficient. This is a predominantly on-site role based in Monaghan, with regular travel required to other UK and Ireland sites. Key Responsibilities Provide Windows desktop and end-user support Diagnose and resolve technical issues across multiple applications Support embedded and production line systems Manage and configure Microsoft 365 Monitor backups and remediate issues Install and configure laptops, desktops and printers Apply security patches and system updates Manage user accounts and device records Liaise with third-party vendors and software providers Record and document work through the helpdesk system Assist with small to medium-sized IT projects Technology Environment You will gain exposure to a broad technology stack including: Windows Server Microsoft 365 & SharePoint SQL Server Fortinet & Ubiquiti networking Mimecast Email Security ManageEngine Endpoint Manager ERP / Accounting systems (Sage, Coins) Manufacturing & BI applications What We're Looking For Previous experience in an IT Helpdesk or IT Support role Strong troubleshooting skills Good knowledge of Microsoft environments Excellent communication and customer service skills Organised and methodical approach Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Desirable: Experience within a manufacturing environment Why Apply? Broad technical exposure across infrastructure and business systems Opportunity to work in a stable, well-established organisation Multi-site responsibility and visibility Strong platform for progression into infrastructure or systems roles To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided, or contact Daire O'Connor at MCS Group: ? ?
MCS Group - Part Qualified/Qualified Accountant MCS Group is delighted to be working with well respected and established accountancy firm based in Newry, as they seek to appoint a part qualified or qualified accountant to the team. This is a great opportunity to join a growing accountancy practice and gain varied experience across all aspects of accountancy. The Benefits: £28000-£40,000(DOE) CAI study support and development Generous holiday package Flexible working hours The Role: As the successful Part Qualified/Qualified accountant you will have the following responsibilities: Carrying out varied practice duties statutory and management account preparation Payroll(UK & ROI) VAT and Tax returns The Person: The successful Part Qualified/Qualified Accountant will meet the following criteria: At least 2 years experience within practice ATI qualified or part qualified accountant previous experience in accounts preparation is desirable To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Ruairi Meehan, Associate Recruitment Consultant MCS Group Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs Not all agencies are the sameMCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google. Skills: audit tax statutory accounts management accounts
Payroll Administrator- Dundalk MCS Group are delighted to be working with a leading accountancy and business advisory firm to recruit a Payroll Administrator for their Dundalk office. The Company Our client is a well-established and growing professional services firm with offices across Northern Ireland and ROI, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality advice to a diverse client base. The firm offers a full range of services including accounts, audit, tax, payroll, and strategic business support. This is an excellent opportunity for a Payroll Administrator to join a progressive and supportive practice that places real emphasis on professional development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The Rewards: As the successful Payroll Administrator, you will receive the following: €30-40k base salary (D.O.E.); Training and support towards IPASS qualification Generous Holidays Early finish on Fridays The Role: As the successful Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for the following duties: Reporting into head payroll officer Processing weekly/Monthly payrolls and submitting them for approval Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and payroll legislation Resolving payroll queries The Person: The successful Payroll Administrator will meet the following criteria: Previous payroll experience is desirable; but not essential Previous office/admin experience Strong communication skills; Strong IT skills. willing to learn and develop To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Ruairi Meehan, Associate Recruitment Consultant MCS Group Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs Not all agencies are the sameMCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google. Skills: payroll sage processing queries administration
Senior AI Architect DRC - 6 Months Dublin I am currently recruiting for an Hands-on senior AI Architect to design, build and deliver enterprise-grade AI solutions on Microsoft Azure, with a strong focus on document intelligence, workflow automation and production delivery in financial services environments. The role centres on custom AI solutions, document intelligence and workflow automation, working in regulated, large-scale enterprise environments. Requirements: Financial Services experience delivering AI into production Proven delivery of live, business-critical AI solutions on Azure (not PoCs) Hands-on design of custom AI architectures using Microsoft AI services Strong backend engineering in .NET and/or Python within Azure Experience building API-driven, service-oriented systems Hands-on delivery of document intelligence solutions at scale (Azure Document Intelligence or equivalent) Experience integrating AI outputs into enterprise workflows and repositories (e.g. SharePoint) End-to-end ownership across architecture, build, deployment and iteration Benefits: Work From Home
Senior AI Architect DRC - 6 Months Dublin I am currently recruiting for an Hands-on senior AI Architect to design, build and deliver enterprise-grade AI solutions on Microsoft Azure, with a strong focus on document intelligence, workflow automation and production delivery in financial services environments. The Role: Proven experience taking AI solutions from prototype to live production on Azure (not POCs or demos) Strong Microsoft AI stack experience (Azure AI Services, Document Intelligence), building custom architectures, not just configuring SaaS or copilots Solid enterprise engineering background in .NET and/or Python, API-driven and service-oriented systems Deep experience with document intelligence at scale (extracting structured data from large volumes of unstructured documents, SharePoint integration, downstream workflows) End-to-end ownership: architecture, build, deployment, monitoring, iteration Financial Services experience building enterprise AI systems is essential Requirements: Builds and runs real Azure AI systems in production Designs Microsoft-native architectures (and knows their limitations) Owns delivery and accountability, not just experimentation Can translate messy business problems into robust, scalable Azure solutions
HR Assistant Looking to build your HR career in a role that offers real variety, learning, and progression? We're looking for an HR Assistant to provide support across a wide range of HR activities within a busy and growing organisation. The role As an HR Assistant, you'll be an essential part of the HR team, helping with recruitment, onboarding, data management, and general HR coordination. You'll work closely with managers and employees across the business to ensure HR operations run efficiently, offer guidance on HR procedures, and help strengthen our reputation as a supportive and people-focused employer. The main responsibilities Deliver high-quality administrative support across all HR areas, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee lifecycle activities. Create and post job adverts, manage candidate applications, and schedule interviews. Support managers with new starter inductions, onboarding plans, and probation reviews. Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records and employee information. Oversee pre-employment checks and right-to-work documentation. Assist with preparing and updating job descriptions, HR documents, and policies. Coordinate training, apprenticeship paperwork, and compliance reporting. Contribute to building a positive workplace culture and employer brand initiatives. Act as a first point of contact for staff queries, escalating when necessary. Suggest and support improvements to HR processes and systems. The ideal candidate CIPD qualified (or studying) or degree educated in a relevant discipline. Previous experience in an HR support or administrative role. Good understanding of recruitment and employee lifecycle processes. Organised, proactive, and confident managing priorities in a fast-paced setting. What's on offer? Salary up to £28,000 Hybrid working Excellent learning and progression opportunities. To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Tara Duffy (HR Recruitment Specialist, MCS Group) at or . Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request. Not all agencies are the sameMCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google. MCS Group - Proud CIPD NI HR Awards Headline Sponsor 2025 Skills: HR Human Resources People Talent Recruit
MCS Group - Audit and Risk Manager MCS Group is delighted to be working with a well-established and nationally significant semi-state organisation, as they seek to appoint an experienced Audit & Risk Manager to their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join the organisation at a pivotal time, supporting strong governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks as they continues to evolve and deliver on its strategic objectives. The Benefits: €62,000-€82.000 base salary + extensive benefits; Hybrid/Flexible working options (2 days office) 7% Pension Opportunity to work for a well known semi-state organisation. The Role: As the successful Audit & Risk Manager, you will have the following responsibilities: Report to the CRO Carrying out operational/financial/IT risk assessments and remediation's. Implementing risk management framework liaising with key stakeholders/business unit The Person: The successful Audit and Risk Manager will meet the following criteria: Ideally a qualified accountant and/or qualified by experience 3+ years in Audit/Risk functions previous risk management experience Ideally Industry experience Open to Practice back rounds with secondment experience To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Ruairi Meehan, Associate Recruitment Consultant MCS Group Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs Not all agencies are the sameMCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google. Skills: Audit Risk Management risk assessment & remediations Acountancy Benefits: Hybrid
