Head of Sales & Business Development Food Ingredients | Dublin We are partnering with a leading food ingredients company based in Dublin that is entering a pivotal phase of growth. With an ambitious plan to double sales over the next four years, this is a rare opportunity for a senior commercial leader to shape strategy, build capability, and make a lasting impact on the business. The Opportunity As Head of Sales / Business Development, you will sit on the leadership team and take full ownership of the companys sales growth agenda. This is a highly visible, influential role with genuine autonomy, where you will define and execute the sales strategy, lead and develop a growing team, and drive expansion across a high-potential customer base. With a product portfolio comprising 65% high-margin, in-house blended solutions and 35% commodity wholesaling, this role offers a compelling mix of strategic account management, commercial innovation, and hands-on leadership. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sales Leadership Define and deliver a comprehensive sales strategy aligned to the companys four-year growth plan. Take ownership of the sales growth trajectory, ensuring focus on strategic accounts and high-value opportunities. Analyse market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities, particularly for blended solutions. Partner closely with the CEO on budgets, forecasting, and long-term commercial strategy. Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing sales team, directly managing a Sales Manager and Customer Relations Manager. Act as a player-coach, providing hands-on guidance while building scalable sales capability. Drive a performance-led culture through clear objectives, regular reviews, and continuous feedback. Develop a resourcing and skills plan to support the future growth and professionalism of the sales function. Customer & Portfolio Management Personally manage a portfolio of key strategic accounts, strengthening long-term relationships and driving sustainable revenue growth. Support and challenge the Sales Manager to deliver growth across their own customer portfolio. Work closely with the Customer Relations Manager, who focuses on reactivating dormant accounts, managing the order process, and servicing smaller customers. Ensure consistently high levels of customer satisfaction across all segments. Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Play an active role on the leadership team, contributing to company-wide strategy and decision-making. Collaborate with operations, finance, and other departments to ensure seamless execution of sales initiatives. Business Development Lead business development efforts to expand the market for high-margin, in-house blended solutions. Manage senior-level negotiations and secure major new contracts that materially impact growth. Represent the business at industry events and trade shows, strengthening brand presence and generating new opportunities. Candidate Profile Minimum 8 years experience in a senior sales leadership role, ideally within food ingredients, B2B manufacturing, or a closely related sector. Proven track record of delivering significant revenue growth and leading teams through ambitious expansion phases. A natural player-coach with the credibility to lead from the front and the empathy to develop others. Commercially astute, strategic, and execution-focused. Highly skilled in influence, persuasion, and cross-functional communication. Strong negotiator with deep expertise in strategic relationship building. Experience managing both transactional and relationship-led sales models. Degree in Food Science or a related discipline is highly desirable. Whats on Offer Competitive salary package Leadership-level influence and visibility The opportunity to shape the commercial future of a growing, well-established business I
Practice Accountant Main focus will be on accounts preparation, management accounting, and providing expert advice to clients on running efficient, sustainable, and profitable businesses. You will work closely with partners and clients, developing strong relationships while contributing to the continued growth and stability of the practice. Key Responsibilities: Prepare year-end accounts for a wide range of clients. Produce management accounts and financial reports. Provide practical, commercially focused advice to clients. Support clients in improving financial systems, controls, and profitability. Liaise directly with clients on queries, deadlines, and ongoing advisory work. Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. Work collaboratively within a small, supportive team environment. You will be responsible for supporting tax compliance, strategy and planning across the organisation What you'll need to succeed Practice experience is essential; a formal qualification (ACCA/CPA/ACA) is beneficial but not required. Experience in accounts preparation within a practice environment. Strong technical accounting skills with knowledge of Irish accounting standards. Excellent communication and some client-facing experience. A proactive, organised, and detail-oriented approach to work. Problem-solving skills and the ability to take initiative. Strong understanding of Irish tax legislation, What you'll get in return Salary up to €70,000 DOE, plus benefits Opportunity to build strong client relationships. Supportive, experienced team and stable practice environment. Exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries. Strong work-life balance and manageable workloads. Professional development opportunities tailored to your career goals.
Maintenance Engineer Bakery Operations Keep our bakery running at its best. Make a real impact every day. Were looking for a skilled Maintenance Engineer to play a key role in keeping our bakery production lines running safely, efficiently, and reliably. This is a hands-on role where your expertise will directly support daily production while also helping drive long-term improvements across the site. If you enjoy problem-solving, improving equipment performance, and working closely with production teams in a fast-paced environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your engineering career in food manufacturing . What youll be doing Carrying out planned, preventative, and reactive maintenance on bakery production equipment. Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults on mixers, provers, conveyors, motors, control panels, bearings, and related systems. Analysing existing machinery and production processes to identify opportunities for improved reliability, efficiency, and performance. Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, pneumatic diagrams, and technical manuals to support effective fault-finding. Leading and supporting preventative maintenance strategies to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life. Completing root cause analysis on recurring faults and implementing long-term corrective solutions. Supporting engineering projects, machine improvements, and safety upgrades. Recording maintenance activity accurately in the CMMS and assisting with spare parts management. Working closely with production teams to plan maintenance and minimise downtime. Ensuring all work meets health & safety, food safety, and regulatory standards. What were looking for 2+ years experience in a maintenance engineering role within food manufacturing or FMCG. Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills with hands-on experience. Confidence reading electrical schematics and pneumatic diagrams. Experience with preventative maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives. A methodical, analytical approach with a focus on long-term engineering solutions. Knowledge of OEE, HACCP, and safe systems of work. Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment. Qualifications Recognised engineering qualification (Advanced Craft Certificate or equivalent) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering. Competitive Salary package Monday to Friday . No Shift.
Our client based in Dublin is seeking to recruit a Tax Seniorto play a key role in delivering high-quality tax compliance and advisory services. As Tax Snr you will manage a diverse client portfolio, mentor junior staff, and support a management team that encourages initiative and professional development. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a firm that truly values its people, supports professional growth, and offers genuine scope for career progression. The Role Managing and reviewing tax compliance work across a varied portfolio of personal and corporate clients. Preparing and filing income tax, corporation tax, VAT, and other relevant returns. Assisting with tax planning and advisory projects across multiple sectors. Building and maintaining strong client relationships while delivering practical, value-added tax advice. The Candidate Professional qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CTA, with at least 4 years of post-qualification experience. Strong experience in a practice environment, covering both tax compliance and advisory work. Excellent technical knowledge of Irish taxation and relevant legislation. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple client relationships. A passion for delivering exceptional client service and supporting team development. Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary package and benefits
Qualified / Part-Qualified ACA / ACCA Practice SME-Focused Portfolio MSS The HR People are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Dublin City Centre that is continuing to grow and is now seeking a Qualified or Part-Qualified ACA/ACCA to join their collaborative and supportive team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with a diverse portfolio of SME clients, gain broad exposure across accounting and tax, and develop your career within a firm that genuinely values quality, professional development, and long-term progression. The Role You will play a key role in managing client relationships and delivering high-quality technical work across accounting and tax assignments, with support from experienced colleagues and partners. Key responsibilities will include: Preparation and review of year-end statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies Preparation and review of management accounts Preparation and submission of corporation tax and income tax returns and related computations Tax planning and compliance Liaising with Revenue, clients, and professional advisers Acting as a trusted point of contact for clients on day-to-day queries Involvement in ad-hoc projects and assignments as the firm continues to grow About You This role would suit someone who enjoys working in practice, values client interaction, and is keen to continue developing technically and professionally. You will ideally have: ACA or ACCA qualification (fully or part-qualified) Experience in an Irish small or medium-sized accountancy practice working with SME clients A solid grounding in Irish accounting standards, and tax compliance The ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines effectively Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach A proactive, organised mindset with strong attention to detail Whats On Offer Exposure to a varied and interesting SME client base A supportive, approachable team environment with access to senior expertise Clear progression opportunities as the firm continues to expand Ongoing training and professional development Competitive salary package reflective of experience A firm culture that values quality work, collaboration, and work-life balance
Production Support Engineer Our Client requires a hands on Production Support Engineer to support a number of its existing manufacturing cells. The successful applicant will have a strong technical manufacturing background and minimum 3 years of experience in a medium/high volume mechanical/ manufacturing environment. The key outputs and deliverables of the role are as follows: Support manufacturing processes and provide process improvements to existing products To define and validate manufacturing process for upgrade products or new products Support mechanical/electrical assembly jigs, fixtures and purpose-built test equipment Process analysis and Product Quality reporting To work closely with other Engineers and Production Staff to drive quality standards and improvements To work closely with Product Designers to ensure the product is designed for assembly All applicants must possess the following: Educated to at least degree level in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent Minimum 3 years experience in a mid/high volume manufacturing environment Experience in use of structured problem-solving techniques Good can do attitude and ability to work well in a team Hands-on ability Although not essential, it is desirable if applicants have the following: Experience with practical application of Six Sigma tools, including though not exclusive to using Statistical Process Control, Gauge Studies & Process Capability Experience in use of Excel and related business intelligence tools for data analysis Experience in practical application of Industry 4.0 real time data analytics, including though not exclusive to using Power BI, SQL and VBA/Excel Experience in practical application of Lean Projects Experience in Design, Validation & Implementation of assembly fixtures Experience using and interpreting technical drawings including GD&Ts Person specification: An enthusiastic hands-on individual, with a strong mechanical background and good interpersonal/organisation skills is required to fill this role. Location: This role is based at their Swords plant. Skills: Production technology Engineering support Tooling Problem Analysis Pre-production Engineer Collaboration Engineering Benefits: excellent benefits package
