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As the Managing Director and Co-founder of Kennedy & Partners Recruitment, I bring over a decade of specialised experience in Accountancy & Finance recruitment. Throughout my career, I've successfully supported clients in various capacities, from identifying promising talent for entry or mid-level roles right up to the successful appointment of their leadership teams. My expertise lies in not only meeting but exceeding client expectations, strategically expanding their finance teams. My journey in the recruitment world started with a passion for connecting exceptional talent with organisations that share a vision for success. This commitment has translated into a proven track record of successful placements and fostering long lasting partnerships. If you are interested in partnering with us, please connect with me on LinkedIn or get in touch on rosy@kennedyandpartners.ie.

Katie, a co-founder of Kennedy and Partners Recruitment, serves as the Chief Operations Officer. Her professional journey began in education, where she pursued multidisciplinary research with a prominent focus on diversity and equality—values deeply ingrained in the culture of KPR. Drawing from her extensive background, particularly in large European research projects, Katie brings strategic thinking, a commitment to tight deadlines, and outstanding procedural and organisational skills to her role.

Her leadership proficiency, coupled with experience collaborating with individuals from diverse backgrounds, provides a distinctive perspective that enhances our vision. Katie is instrumental in delivering excellence through an innovative approach, aligning seamlessly with our commitment to providing top-notch services to our clients.

I am a commercially focused Senior Recruitment Consultant at Kennedy and Partners Recruitment, where I lead the Transformation and Change Management function.  

I have experience recruiting across diverse sectors and have had great success in working with and placing people into roles such as; Project Managers, Programme Managers, Business Analysts, PMO Managers, Change Managers, Delivery Managers, Transformation Leads, Product Managers, and Data and Business Intelligence specialists. I work with people across all business levels, from junior roles through to C-suite level.  

I have a deep understanding of the market I specialise in which has been a cornerstone of my success to date. I pride myself on always delivering outstanding client and candidate experiences that ensure positive outcomes.  

I’m honest, hardworking, committed to the process and love a good success story that involves helping people progress their careers!!  

If you are exploring new opportunities in any of the aforementioned areas, lets connect for a conversation. Alternatively, if you are hiring within change and transformation and want to work with a consultant you can trust and rely on, please reach out

I am a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Kennedy & Partners Recruitment, specialising in Finance. With my ACCA qualification and over a decade of experience in the Accountancy and Finance field, I bring industry expertise to help individuals advance in their careers.

Having worked in financial services, practice, and industry, I possess a deep understanding of various roles, finance processes, job requirements, and organisational structures.

My goal is to truly listen to candidates, understand their priorities, and leverage my knowledge to guide their career paths. I find great satisfaction in assisting individuals in securing new roles, advancing their careers, and realising their ambitions, all while cultivating lasting professional relationships.

In my previous role as a hiring manager, I recognised the tendency of recruitment agencies to prioritise quantity over quality. As a Specialised Recruitment Consultant, I address this issue by providing tailored, streamlined and effective support to meet my client's specific needs.

My area of expertise and the roles I often undertake exclusively include Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operation Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Head of Regulatory Compliance, Vice President of Finance, Finance Directors, Financial Controllers, Finance Managers, Finance Business Partners, Head of Accounting, Head of Treasury, Head of FP&A, Senior Accountants, FP&A Accountants, Project Accountants, Financial Reporting Accountant and Newly Qualified Accountants.

If you are searching for a partner to support your business needs and to help you identify and engage with the best talent, then please reach out to me at 086 440 3624.

I am a Principal Recruitment Consultant with Kennedy & Partners specialising in the Technology sector. I have four years recruitment experience three of which are in technology specifically Software Development and UI/UX Design. 

I have a real passion for people and helping them become the best they can be and aligning them with companies that suit their goals and ambitions.

I am responsible for our growth into the Technology market.
Here at Kennedy & Partners we strive to build relationships with our clients and candidates that go beyond placing positions, but acting as a constant source of market info and reporting back on all trends to help both individuals and companies get ahead of any changes in an ever evolving market.

Please reach out for a confidential chat on the below lines.
E: Barry@kennedyandpartners.ie
M: 0833962211

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What we do

At Kennedy & Partners Recruitment prioritising people is our guiding principle, with a firm commitment to customer-centricity ingrained in the essence of our business. This translates to placing the needs of our clients and candidates at the forefront of all our efforts. We showcase this dedication through active listening, offering expert guidance, and consistently delivering outstanding results.

Simplify Hiring
Exploring an exciting new role or identifying top talent doesn't have to be a challenging and intricate journey. Let us streamline the process for you so that you can focus on what truly matters—your career growth or building a high-performing team. With our simplified approach, your journey becomes more efficient, allowing you to make the right decisions with ease and confidence.
People First
People are integral to everything we do at KPR, therefore it makes sense to us that clear and open communication is central to all we do. Taking the time to get a deep understanding of our customers needs, preferences and expectations allows us to ensure that everyone we work with receives a personalised successful experience.
Delivering Excellence
We at KPR are committed to delivering excellence. To achieve this we consistently provide exceptional quality, experiences and value throughout the entire recruitment process. We go beyond meeting basic requirements, striving to always surpass expectations, enabling both positive and lasting relationships.

How we do it

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Permanent
Recruitment

The traditional Approach. Tried and Tested.

Receive candidates who have been thoroughly screened and meet your specified criteria.

Our team of knowledgeable consultants will streamline and adeptly manage your entire recruitment process, from initial sourcing to successful onboarding.

We find, attract and deploy the right talent for your business to grow across Executive Search, Accountancy & Finance, Technology and Change & Transformation.

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Contract
Recruitment

Fast. Flexible. Freelance.

Find out how contract freelancers could revolutionise your workplace.

Suppose you are in need of hiring individuals for specific projects, roles, or time-bound assignments on a temporary basis.

That’s where our specialised contract consultants step in with their extensive network of freelance talent, ready to go at your request.

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Testimonials

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Experienced Android Development Team Leader
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Data Analyst
iOS Engineer
Financial Analyst
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Project Lead Developer
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Rosy in an outstanding Recruitment Consultant. She has had a consistently positive and friendly attitude since the first day she contacted me for a position in Project Management. Throughout the process, I found Rosy to have a high level of integrity, very transparent, approachable and followed through on her commitments. She’s kept in constant contact to follow up post offer acceptance and to see how I’m settling in - I haven’t experienced this world class service before! She is an expert in her field and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Rosy for any candidate or company.

Michaela has helped me in securing my latest work placement. Not only she ensured a good company fit, but she also managed the whole process extremely professionally, timely and with daily updates, with the most desirable outcome for all involved. Michaela has a very good understanding of the market and the organisations’ specific needs, she is an extremely prepared professional who clearly looks after her clients with the outmost interest at heart. 
 

It has been great working with Barry, and his help has been vital in securing a really great job. The interview process was very smooth and the post interview service was excellent. Barry was proactive and always available for any questions or issues no matter how small. I can't thank Barry enough for his hard work!
If you're looking for a role within the IT sector I would 100% advise you to get in contact with him for a professional and personable service.

I was fortunate enough to meet Michaela, who has a great understanding of the job market's needs. She effortlessly was able to match my experience and set of skills with a number of potential opportunities. I highly recommend contacting her if you would like to secure a job in Ireland or abroad.
 

David was very friendly and helpful as a recruiter. He placed me in my current job and kept me in the loop through every step of the interview process.

Barry is young professional who takes his job very seriously. He make sure you have all the information you need available and delivers them in an organized manner. His advices and expertise were very helpful.

I have just completed a hiring process in which, with Michaela's support, I was successfully selected and hired. I believe it's worth saying she was just perfect end to end, helping with interview preparation as well as keeping me posted on the steps of the process, always checking on me and making herself as available as possible. She is a lovely person and a great professional, I would recommend Michaela to anyone who is seeking for the position that best suits their profile or companies which would be lucky to have Michaela on the team.

David has been very attentive and gave detailed advice. He ensures that he knows his client’s potential, but also the organisations he recruits. He acted in a very responsible way throughout the recruitment process to ensures that he delivers consistently.

I would just like to say Michaela was amazing in helping me get this job, she is so friendly and professional and very easy to talk to. Anything I needed she was there to help me with and made the process simple and stress free. I would like to thank her for everything she has done for me,all the support and guidance. I couldn't recommend her highly enough . Thank you again

 Barry is a great professional! I highly recommend to anyone!
 

I would just like to say Michaela was amazing in helping me get this job, she is so friendly and professional and very easy to talk to. Anything I needed she was there to help me with and made the process simple and stress free. I would like to thank her for everything she has done for me,all the support and guidance. I couldn't recommend her highly enough . Thank you again

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