Description

We are hiring for our client as they continue to develop their financial planning offering and seek to appoint an experienced Financial Advisor to their team in Monaghan.

This is an excellent opportunity for a client-focused Financial Advisor who enjoys taking a holistic approach to financial planning, building trusted long-term relationships and providing advice tailored to each client’s individual circumstances and objectives.

The successful Financial Advisor will join an established business offering a competitive salary, hybrid working and the opportunity to develop their career within a professional and supportive environment.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job

1. Competitive salary and benefits package
2. Hybrid working with a Monaghan base
3. Holistic financial planning role with strong client interaction

The Role

As Financial Advisor, you will:

• Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with new and existing clients
• Provide holistic financial planning advice based on individual client circumstances, objectives and priorities
• Review clients’ financial arrangements and identify appropriate planning opportunities
• Conduct detailed client fact-finds and establish short, medium and long-term financial goals
• Provide clear, professional and tailored financial advice
• Manage an existing portfolio of clients while developing new relationships
• Conduct regular client reviews and ensure advice remains appropriate as circumstances change
• Maintain accurate client records and ensure all activity is completed in line with relevant regulatory and compliance requirements
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver a high-quality client experience
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the financial planning business

The Person

The successful Financial Advisor will ideally have:

• Previous experience working within financial planning, financial advice or wealth management
• A strong understanding of holistic financial planning
• Appropriate financial planning qualifications for the Irish market
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
• The ability to explain financial matters clearly and confidently to clients
• A professional, consultative and client-focused approach
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to manage an existing client portfolio and develop new business relationships
• A strong understanding of the importance of compliance and suitability within financial advice

The Reward

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Hybrid working
• Monaghan location
• Long-term career development opportunity
• Established and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to build strong, ongoing relationships with clients
• Broad exposure to holistic financial planning

Next Steps

For further information, and to apply for this Financial Advisor job in Monaghan, please contact Connor Donaghy at Hunter Savage.

Visit the Hunter Savage website for a full list of Accountancy, Finance and Financial Services opportunities.

Why Hunter Savage

Hunter Savage is a specialist recruitment consultancy with deep market expertise across Accountancy & Finance and Financial Services throughout Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

Our niche-focused, consultative approach allows us to build long-term relationships with professionals and employers, providing informed and confidential career advice based on a detailed understanding of the market.

With offices across the UK and Ireland, our specialist teams combine sector knowledge with extensive market networks to help professionals identify opportunities offering genuine potential for progression and growth.

Expert, confidential recruitment advice.

Salary details listed are intended as a guide. Salary is generally negotiable and will depend on factors including experience and expertise.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent upon the calibre of response.

People Partner/ HR Business Partner

• South Belfast
• Exclusive Hunter Savage Opportunity
• Excellent salary & benefits
• 37.5 hours per week & early finish Friday

We are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a leading manufacturer in the South Belfast area to recruit an experienced People Partner/HR Business Partner to join their established People & Culture team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior HR professional who enjoys operating as a true business partner, providing strategic and operational HR support across a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Working closely with leadership teams, the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping people strategy, supporting organisational performance and delivering practical HR solutions that enhance employee engagement, culture and business success.

Top 3 Things to Know About This Job

✅ Exclusive opportunity with a leading South Belfast manufacturing organisation
✅ Strategic HR role with significant stakeholder exposure
✅ Opportunity to influence people strategy, culture and organisational performance

The Role

• As People Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and managers, providing expert guidance across the full employee lifecycle.
• Partnering with leadership teams to develop and deliver people strategies aligned with business objectives
• Advising managers on HR policies, procedures, employment matters and best practice
• Providing specialist support on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, disputes and employment-related risks
• Supporting organisational change initiatives and continuous improvement across HR processes
• Using HR data and insights to identify trends, improve engagement and support business decision-making
• Developing and implementing HR frameworks, tools and processes that support business needs
• Supporting key employee lifecycle initiatives including performance management, development planning and succession planning
• Ensuring compliance with relevant employment legislation, regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Acting as a subject matter expert, keeping up to date with HR trends, legislation and industry best practice
• Building strong relationships across the business and delivering commercially focused HR solutions

The Person

• Significant experience working within a senior HR generalist, HR Business Partner or People Partner role
• Experience working within a fast paced, production led environment (manufacturing/engineering/logistics/warehouse/FMCG/construction)
• Strong experience managing complex employee relations matters and providing practical advice to senior stakeholders
• Proven ability to influence, coach and challenge leaders at all levels
• Experience operating in a fast-paced, commercial environment
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, processes and employment legislation
• Experience using HR data and insights to drive improvements and support decision-making
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving skills
• A strategic mindset with the ability to remain hands-on and operational when required

The Rewards

• Excellent salary & benefits
• South Belfast
• 37.5 hours per week with an early finish on Fridays
• Free car parking
• Opportunity to join a highly successful and established manufacturing organisation
• Senior HR role with genuine influence and autonomy
• Strategic exposure to leadership teams and business stakeholders
• Opportunity to shape culture, engagement and people initiatives
• Excellent environment for an experienced HR professional looking to make an impact

For further information and to apply for this People Partner opportunity, please contact Stephanie Mulholland at Hunter Savage for a confidential discussion.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent upon the calibre of response

Job Title: Power System Planning Engineer

Closing date for applications is 20 August 2026.

Description:

We are hiring for our client, a key player in the energy infrastructure sector, who is seeking a Power System Planning Engineer to join their dynamic team in Belfast (Hybrid). This is a high-impact opportunity to help shape Northern Ireland’s transmission network and contribute to the energy transition towards a low-carbon future.

As a Power System Planning Engineer, you’ll report directly to the Head of Networks, working on technical assessments and optioneering of grid solutions. You will influence how the future power system develops and ensure its efficiency, reliability, and security.

Depending on your skills, qualifications and experience, successful candidates will be appointed at either Engineer or Senior Engineer level. 

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Critical Energy Sector Role – Help drive decarbonisation and the development of a future-ready transmission system.

2. Hybrid Working Model – Enjoy flexibility with a 3:2 hybrid structure and excellent on-site facilities.

3. Attractive Package – Competitive salary + bonus, pension, private healthcare, and much more.

The Role:

• Carry out steady state load flow, voltage, short circuit, and transient stability analysis

• Develop and assess network reinforcement options and recommend optimal solutions

• Assess and advise on the connection of new generation and demand to the grid

• Use industry tools such as PSS/E or PowerFactory

• Liaise with key stakeholders including regulators, government departments, and customers

• Deliver well-reasoned technical reports and contribute to governance and project planning

The Person:

• A degree in engineering or equivalent (electrical engineering preferred)

• 2+ years’ post-graduate experience in a relevant technical or energy-related role

• Exposure to or experience in power systems analysis (e.g., load flow, voltage, short circuit)

• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced technical environment

• Advantageous: experience with Python, PSSE, PowerFactory, or working in a regulated environment

The Rewards:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Annual performance bonus

• Generous employer-matched pension

• Private medical insurance

• Hybrid working (3 office / 2 home days), flexible start & finish times

• Complimentary on-site parking with EV charging

• Cycle-to-work scheme and other benefits

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage?

At Hunter Savage, we specialise in engineering and operations talent across NI and ROI. For a confidential chat about this Power System Planning Engineer job or similar roles, contact Dominic Heron on 07458 160121 or email dominic@huntersavage.com.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on the calibre of applications. 

Closing date for applications is 20 August 2026.

For further information and to apply for this Senior Automation Engineer role, please contact Dominic Heron at 07458 160117 or email dominic@huntersavage.com

Job Title: Senior Automation Engineer

Description: We are hiring for our client, a top manufacturing company based in their new office in Belfast, which produces high-quality automation solutions that impact the execution of real-world machinery and processes. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a forward-thinking team.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Attractive Salary + competitive benefits
2. Flexible/Hybrid Working Hours
3. Career Advancement and Continuous Training Opportunities

The Role:

• Manage the specification, development, installation, and validation of automation projects within budget and corporate guidelines.
• Develop software for bespoke machines and manufacturing systems using Siemens & Allen Bradley.
• Interact with customers to understand and meet technical requirements.
• Assess existing technologies and processes to enhance performance.
• Design and deliver top-tier automation solutions.
• Provide technical support to operations.
• Collaborate with a team and mentor junior engineers.
• Document projects and manage change control.
• Independently manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Take ownership of projects, ensuring timely and quality delivery.

The Person:

• Third level qualification in Automation, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of industry experience.
• Preferable experience with Rockwell Studio 5000, FT View, Ignition, Siemens TIA Portal/Step7, OSI PI Historian, VBA.
• Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11 and GAMP is advantageous.
• Cisco Networking qualification and/or VMware or equivalent is a plus.
• Familiarity with robotics and safety standards is a bonus.
• Strong knowledge of automation principles and procedures.
• Ambitious, confident, and professional with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills.

The Rewards:

• Competitive salary + benefits.
• Flexible and hybrid working hours.
• Continuous training and career development opportunities.
• Innovative and creative work environment focused on work/life balance.
• Exposure to a variety of projects in all industry sectors using the latest technology and software.

Next Steps: For further information and to apply for this Senior Automation Engineer role, please contact Dominic Heron at 07458 160117 or email dominic@huntersavage.com. Visit our website for a full list of engineering opportunities.

Senior HR Advisor

Belfast | Permanent | Professional Services

Excellent salary & benefits

We are delighted to be partnering with a leading, award-winning professional services organisation to recruit a Senior HR Advisor to join their Belfast team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join a high-performing organisation and play a key role in delivering a proactive, commercially focused HR service.

Working closely with the Belfast partners and wider HR Business Partner teams, the successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor across the full employee lifecycle, supporting managers and employees across a broad range of people matters. This role also offers the opportunity to contribute to wider firmwide HR projects and initiatives.

Top 3 Things to Know About This Job

✅ Trusted HR advisor role supporting a leading professional services environment
✅ Opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and HR Business Partner teams
✅ Broad generalist remit covering the full employee lifecycle

The Role

• Reporting into the wider HR function, you will provide hands-on HR support to the Belfast office
• Acting as the first point of contact and trusted advisor to partners, managers and employees on all HR-related matters
• Providing guidance on employee relations matters, performance management, HR policies and best practice
• Supporting managers with performance reviews, probation processes and employee development
• Managing employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, offboarding and probation reviews
• Supporting recruitment activity alongside the Talent Acquisition team, including stakeholder management and role requirements
• Managing flexible working arrangements, parental leave processes and employee wellbeing initiatives
• Supporting absence management processes including return-to-work meetings, occupational health referrals and reasonable adjustments
• Working closely with People Operations teams to ensure accurate employee records, contracts and payroll changes
• Producing HR reports, management information and insights to support decision making
• Supporting annual appraisal, salary review, bonus and promotion processes
• Contributing to wider HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

The Person

• Previous experience working in an HR Advisor or Senior HR Advisor role
• Experience within professional services/ financial services/ legal environment would be highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, employee relations and employment best practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail and strong numeracy skills
• Experience using HR systems and employee databases
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Excel
• A proactive, collaborative approach with a genuine interest in supporting people and culture initiatives

The Rewards

• Opportunity to join a leading, award-winning professional services organisation
• Permanent HR opportunity based in Belfast
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and a global HR function
• Broad HR generalist remit with excellent development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to contribute to company wide people initiatives

For further information and to apply for this Senior HR Advisor role, please contact Stephanie Mulholland at Hunter Savage for a confidential discussion.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent on the calibre of response.

HR Officer / HR Coordinator

Wicklow | Permanent | Full-Time

We are delighted to be partnering with a successful, multi-site organisation within the construction sector, in the Wicklow area, Ireland, who are seeking an experienced HR Officer / HR Coordinator to join their team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on HR professional who enjoys variety, autonomy and the opportunity to make a real impact. Working as a standalone HR function, you will take ownership of the day-to-day HR operations, partner closely with senior leadership and play a key role in developing people processes across the business.

This role would suit an experienced HR professional who enjoys working across the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through to employee relations, training and engagement.

Top 3 Things to Know About This Job

✅ Standalone HR role with full ownership of HR operations
✅ Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a growing business
✅ Excellent opportunity to shape HR processes, culture and employee experience

The Role

• Reporting directly to the Managing Directors, you will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive HR service across the organisation, including:
• Managing day-to-day HR operations including employee records, contracts, absence management and leave administration
• Leading the full recruitment lifecycle including workforce planning, job advertising, candidate screening, interview coordination and offers
• Delivering a structured onboarding and induction process for all new employees
• Coordinating training and development initiatives, including CPD, certification tracking and training needs analysis
• Providing HR advice and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary and grievance matters
• Maintaining HR policies, procedures and employee documentation in line with Irish employment legislation
• Ensuring compliance with employment law, GDPR and company processes
• Supporting leadership with HR reporting, workforce data and planning
• Championing employee engagement, wellbeing and a positive workplace culture

The Person

• CIPD membership, desirable
• 3–5 years’ experience working within a HR generalist role
• A relevant third-level qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline
• Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and HR best practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships
• Ability to work independently and confidently advise managers at all levels
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Full driving licence and access to own transport

The Rewards

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Standalone HR role with significant autonomy
• Direct exposure to senior leadership
• Opportunity to influence and develop HR processes
• Pension, healthcare supports and employee assistance programme
• Ongoing training, professional development and CPD support

For further information and to apply for this HR Officer / HR Coordinator role, please contact Stephanie Mulholland at Hunter Savage for a confidential discussion.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent on the calibre of response.

Senior Engineer / Site Agent

Mayo

Senior Engineer / Site Agent required for a leading civil engineering contractor delivering major road and bridge infrastructure projects across Ireland. Excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to join a growing and highly regarded construction team.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Opportunity to join a leading civil engineering contractor.
2. Work on large-scale road and bridge infrastructure projects.
3. Competitive salary and long-term career progression opportunities.

The Role:

· Lead and coordinate site operations on civil engineering projects.
· Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest quality standards.
· Manage site teams, subcontractors and project resources.
· Liaise with clients, consultants and key project stakeholders.
· Monitor project progress and maintain project records and reporting requirements.

The Person:

· Level 8 Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification.
· Minimum 10 years' post-graduate experience within civil engineering construction.
· At least 5 years' experience in a Senior Engineer, Site Agent or similar position.
· Proven experience delivering road and bridge projects.
· Experience working on projects valued in excess of €1 million.

The Rewards:

· Competitive salary and benefits package.
· Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects.
· Clear career progression within a growing business.
· Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Next Steps

For further information, and to apply for this Senior Engineer / Site Agent job, please reach out to Hunter Savage. Visit our website for a full list of Construction opportunities.

Expert, confidential recruitment advice.

Salary is usually negotiable, salary details listed are to be used as a guide and are based on factors such as your experience and expertise.

We reserve the right to heighten short listing criteria dependent upon the calibre of response.