VANRATH

VANRATH Est. in 2000, VANRATH is a leading recruitment agency in N.I., connecting top talent with top businesses.

Our expert consultants specialise across multiple sectors, offering confidential, professional support at every stage of the recruitment process. VANRATH are the leading specialist recruitment provider for the IT, Accountancy & Finance, Sales & Marketing, Engineering, Legal and HR Sectors in Northern Ireland. VANRATH recruit across a full range of disciplines within our specialist sectors, for bot

h permanent and temporary positions. Our recruitment experts are more consultative, more strategic and more connected than any other recruitment agency in Northern Ireland. If you wish to contact VANRATH in relation to your recruitment needs, job opportunities, salary information, or on any other matter, please get in touch via:-


T: 02890 330250
E: [email protected]
W: www.vanrath.com

Last Thursday, a few of the VANRATH team swapped the office for the golf course! ⛳Neil McKibbin (Owner), Ross Stevenson ...
04/06/2026

Last Thursday, a few of the VANRATH team swapped the office for the golf course! ⛳

Neil McKibbin (Owner), Ross Stevenson (Associate Director), Ethan Boylan (Senior Recruitment Specialist) and Michael Peniata (Senior Recruitment Specialist) took part in the Business Fours Belfast event.

Business Fours brings businesses together through golf, creating opportunities for networking, relationship building and team collaboration, all while raising money for great causes. 🏌️‍♂️

Since launching, the organisation and its participants have helped raise more than £1 million for charity, which is an incredible achievement.

The event provided a fantastic opportunity to connect with professionals from a wide range of organisations, strengthen existing relationships and meet new faces in a relaxed setting outside of the usual working day.

It was a brilliant day of golf, networking and supporting worthwhile causes.
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31/05/2026

Less Micromanagement. More Trust. Why Recruiters Choose VANRATH

Jennifer Curran, Senior Tech Recruitment Specialist, shares her experience after working across recruitment agencies both locally and internationally — and why VANRATH stood out.

From less micromanagement and KPI pressure, to more trust, support, flexibility, and freedom to do quality recruitment, Jen gives an honest insight into life at VANRATH and the culture that makes it different.

“During my first 90 days in VANRATH, I felt very supported.”

If you’re an experienced recruiter who feels stuck in the wrong environment, this video is well worth a watch.

👉 Interested in joining VANRATH? Reach out for a confidential chat. (Email [email protected] or call 028 9033 0250)

APPLICATIONS CLOSING THIS TUESDAY! ⚠️VANRATH have partnered with the Police Service of Northern Ireland to recruit their...
24/05/2026

APPLICATIONS CLOSING THIS TUESDAY! ⚠️

VANRATH have partnered with the Police Service of Northern Ireland to recruit their new Director of Strategic Communications & Engagement.

KEY DETAILS:
📍 Location: Belfast
💰 Salary: £88,268 – £97,070 + allowance
🗓 Applications close: Tuesday 26th May 2026 at 3pm

🔗 Apply directly via our website: https://www.vanrath.com/job/strategic-director-of-communications-sdc11-slash-5-slash-26-1778502676

This is a unique opportunity to join the senior leadership team of one of Northern Ireland’s most significant public service organisations, helping to shape how policing communicates, engages and builds trust with communities across the region.

The successful candidate will lead the development of a new Strategic Communications & Engagement Strategy, oversee both internal and external communications, manage key stakeholder relationships, and support the delivery of visible, responsive, community-focused policing.

We’re keen to hear from experienced communications leaders with a proven track record in strategic influence, stakeholder engagement, and leading high-performing teams within complex organisations.

🔗 Apply now directly via our website: https://www.vanrath.com/job/strategic-director-of-communications-sdc11-slash-5-slash-26-1778502676

Last week, the VANRATH team swapped desks for padel courts at Let's Go Hydro … and things got VERY competitive 🎾At one p...
18/05/2026

Last week, the VANRATH team swapped desks for padel courts at Let's Go Hydro … and things got VERY competitive 🎾

At one point, poor Ryan Sykes ended up on the floor after getting pelted with a ball at high speed 😬 No, you absolutely WON'T evidence of this if you swipe to the last photo…

Big congratulations to our joint padel champions: Ross Stevenson, Ethan Boylan & Kevin Roberts 🏆

Not long after, we headed to Smoke BBQ for what can only be described as the meatiest buffet Belfast has ever seen. Sausages, chicken wings, pulled beef, pulled pork, corn on the cob, beans and plenty more. Food was unreal as always 👏

It was a well-earned treat for the team after another brilliant month of hard work, big results and plenty of success across the business.

And the good news? We’re growing 📣

We’re currently hiring Senior Recruitment Consultants at VANRATH. Whether you’re an experienced recruiter or someone coming from a strong sales background looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 028 9033 0250

Or apply directly: https://www.vanrath.com/jobs/vanrath-internal-opportunities

We were proud to sponsor the Women in Tech NI Promotional Challenge Day at St. Malachy's College 🏫The focus of the day w...
17/05/2026

We were proud to sponsor the Women in Tech NI Promotional Challenge Day at St. Malachy's College 🏫

The focus of the day was to encourage more young women to consider careers in tech, while also helping young men understand how they can be active allies in creating a more inclusive industry.

It was a hands-on, energetic day with students taking part in challenges, collaborating in teams, and getting a real sense of what working in tech can look like beyond the classroom.

Our Managing Director, Barbara McKiernan, and Operations Manager, Rebecca Jama, were there on the day, supporting an agenda built around learning by doing — from panel discussions to creating campaigns.

Two brilliant panels brought together voices from across the industry, including Nicola Moloney (Options Technology), Eilis Crickard (SciLeads), Kathryn Lynas-Blunt (Cloudsmith), Catherine McCourt (Aflac), Louise McAteer (ASOS), Lorna McAdoo (Version 1), Pauline Timoney (RoutineRoo), Dr. Pragya Sharma (Gran Lab Ltd.), Beverley Noye BAcc (TP ICAP) and Karen McGuigan (SpiderRock).

The conversations covered career journeys, unexpected skills, and what day-to-day life in tech really looks like, alongside some honest discussion about representation and the importance of allyship in shaping the future of the sector.

What stood out most was the level of engagement from the students — not just in asking questions, but in challenging assumptions and thinking differently about who belongs in tech.

Initiatives like this play an important role in opening doors and broadening perspectives at an early stage.

Thank you to Bethan Coffey for hosting and Clare McGrath for organising the day!

17/05/2026

Thinking about a move into recruitment, or your next step within it?

Dan Orr made the switch after 18 years in sales, joining VANRATH as a Senior Recruitment Specialist — and hasn’t looked back.

Dan was seeking more of a work-life balance than his previous sales career was able to afford him. At the same time, he felt he needed a new challenge that still provided him the option to earn more money and maximise his earning potential.

“The beauty about VANRATH is it gave me all of those options.”

If you’re currently in sales, or already working in recruitment and wondering what else is out there, it might be worth a conversation.

We’re growing our team and keen to speak with ambitious people who want to build a long-term career in recruitment.

Watch Dan’s story below and get a feel for what it’s like to work here.

If it sounds like something you’d be open to exploring, drop Rebecca Jama a message or check out our latest roles: https://lnkd.in/eTiEA88n

VANRATH were proud to partner with Women in Business NI once again on the latest Women in Tech Forum held in the beautif...
10/05/2026

VANRATH were proud to partner with Women in Business NI once again on the latest Women in Tech Forum held in the beautiful Custom House bringing together professionals from across the tech community for a really engaging and honest discussion on where the industry is heading.

A key theme throughout the session was the value of balanced teams and the importance of bringing a female lens into every stage of decision making. The conversation explored how different perspectives improve outcomes and actively strengthen how teams build, problem solve and innovate.

We also dug into how tech teams are evolving at pace following recent AI implementation across the sector. From shifting skill requirements to changing day-to-day workflows, it was clear that organisations are still adapting to what this means in practice. There was also a light but relatable discussion around “AI brain fry” and the cognitive overload many are experiencing as new tools and processes land all at once.

Overall, it was a great session with honest insights, practical reflections, and plenty to take away on how teams can continue to build in a more inclusive and future-focused way.

Thanks to everyone who took part and contributed to the conversation!

It was great to be back supporting the Chartered Accountants Ulster Society Leadership Breakfast — one we’ve been involv...
03/05/2026

It was great to be back supporting the Chartered Accountants Ulster Society Leadership Breakfast — one we’ve been involved in from day one and always look forward to!

There’s a real sense of momentum across Ulster at the minute. Innovation, entrepreneurship, and growth are playing out in real time across the business community.

As our Senior Recruitment Specialist, Emma Jayne Bowen, touched on in her opening remarks, conversations around things like corporation tax are gaining traction. More capital retained means more opportunity to invest, scale, and build.

What stood out this morning was how central Chartered Accountants have become in that journey, not just reporting on performance, but actively shaping it.

We heard from an excellent panel of speakers (hosted by Jacob McConkey, Whiterock) including Peter McAuley (Nomadic Watches), Peter Gilleece (Vikela), and JB Dobbin (demanu.) followed by a post-panel talk from Oonagh O'Reilly (MCO Performance) on performance, accountability, and what it really takes to build high-performing teams (based on her career and the lessons she has learned along the way).

A genuinely engaging session with plenty of practical insight and a few honest reflections.

Thanks to everyone who joined us and to the speakers for sharing their stories so openly!

This week’s VANRATH round-up is live, featuring a strong mix of roles across sales, finance, business support, legal and...
27/04/2026

This week’s VANRATH round-up is live, featuring a strong mix of roles across sales, finance, business support, legal and HR, a practical CV tip, and standout candidate feedback.

💼 Top Jobs This Week

This week’s opportunities include:
- Telesales Executive: https://www.vanrath.com/job/telesales-executive-bbbh14790-1776778777?source=google.com
- Assistant Accountant: https://www.vanrath.com/job/assistant-accountant-bbbh14800-1776843396
- Revenue Manager: https://www.vanrath.com/job/revenue-manager-hospitality-bbbh14810do-1776866285?source=google.com
- Commercial Litigation Solicitor: https://www.vanrath.com/job/commercial-litigation-solicitor-cls333-1776884310?source=adcourier.com
- HR Advisor: https://www.vanrath.com/job/hr-advisor-bbbh14680-1776956479

A well-rounded mix of opportunities across multiple sectors, with roles suited to both early career and more experienced professionals.

💡 Jobseeker Tip of the Week

Chris Haddock shares a reminder that can make a real difference. Tailor your CV to the role.

⭐ Candidate Review Spotlight

Brilliant feedback for Robbie Lemon from a senior finance professional.

📣 Page 4 – Join Our Team

We’re hiring and looking for people who want autonomy and the chance to build something of their own.

At VANRATH, you can run your own desk like a business, with the support there when you need it.

Current opportunities include:
- Recruitment Specialists – £60–80K OTE, Belfast (Hybrid): https://www.vanrath.com/jobs/vanrath-internal-opportunities

If you’re in sales and thinking about a move into recruitment, or already in the industry and open to something new, it’s worth a conversation.

Yesterday, some of the VANRATH team swapped the office for the streets of Belfast as we took part in Clash of the Compan...
02/04/2026

Yesterday, some of the VANRATH team swapped the office for the streets of Belfast as we took part in Clash of the Companies Scavenger Hunt in support of !

Starting out at , we set off across the city taking on a mix of challenges, trivia questions, and scavenger tasks. It was one of those days that genuinely brought everyone together with plenty of teamwork, a bit of healthy competition, and a lot, A LOT, of laughing (and running).

From tracking down hidden items to tackling team challenges, the whole event was brilliantly put together and all for an incredible cause.

We’re also quietly proud to say we didn’t do too badly either…

🥈 2nd place in the overall scavenger hunt
🥈 2nd place in Prison Island’s ‘Think Box – Beat the Locks’ challenge

Well done to our team Julie Moore, Rebecca Jama, Emma Dunlop, Jill Kennedy, Nathan Preshur and Katie Ashenhurst! 🥳

A huge thank you to Northern Ireland Hospice and for organising such a fantastic event. Massive thank you as well to the for the fab food!

The work NI Hospice does for patients and families across Northern Ireland is truly inspiring, and we’re delighted to have played a small part in supporting it.

(Any videos taken on this day have been locked away in a 'think box' type vault...)

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