About the Company At Nicholas O'Dwyer, sustainability is at the core of our work. If you are looking to advance your career in a socially responsible company, which has a proven track record over 90 years, and is committed to creating a sustainable planet, we invite you to be part of our team. Our mission is to provide innovative and reliable solutions using cutting edge technology and expertise, to ensure project success and employee satisfaction. We deliver infrastructure projects in water, wastewater, transportation, civil and structural engineering, flood protection, and energy including renewables. With headquarters in Ireland, we also operate in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. As part of the RSK Group, an amalgamation of over 200 companies with more than 17,000 employees, we benefit from a global network of opportunities while retaining our brand and autonomy. About the Role As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will partner closely with hiring managers, project directors, and senior leadership to deliver end-to-end recruitment solutions across Ireland and international markets. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced consultancy environment and enjoys building strong candidate and stakeholder relationships. Key Duties and Responsibilities Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from role briefing through to offer acceptance and onboarding Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, timelines, and sourcing strategies Proactively source candidates through LinkedIn, professional networks, referrals, and direct search Screen, interview, and assess candidates against role-specific technical and behavioural competencies Coordinate interviews, feedback, and offer processes in a timely and professional manner Support recruitment for international projects, secondments, and framework appointments Prepare and issue job advertisements aligned with Nicholas O’Dwyer branding and employer value proposition Maintain accurate recruitment records, metrics, and reporting (e.g. time-to-hire, sourcing effectiveness, offer acceptance rates) Support talent pooling, succession planning, and proactive pipeline development for key technical roles Coordinate end-to-end onboarding activities in collaboration with HR and Operations, acting as a key point of contact for new starters to ensure a smooth, well-structured, and positive onboarding experience. Contribute to employer branding and talent engagement initiatives across digital platforms Ensure recruitment activities comply with employment legislation, internal policies, and best practice Support continuous improvement of recruitment processes and candidate experience Key Requirements Degree or qualification in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related discipline Proven experience in talent acquisition or recruitment, ideally within engineering, construction, or consultancy environments Strong sourcing capability, particularly using LinkedIn and direct search methodologies Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage multiple roles and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment High attention to detail with a structured and professional approach Experience supporting international recruitment and working with diverse stakeholder groups is desirable If you are a motivated Talent Acquisition professional with a passion for building high-performing teams and supporting impactful infrastructure projects, we would be delighted to hear from you. Join Nicholas O’Dwyer and play a key role in shaping the future of our growing international consultancy.