The Medical Device Industry, Ireland. The battle for Talent.

The Medical Device Industry in Ireland is growing rapidly and is set to continue to flourish over the next 20 years. Ireland is fast becoming a hub for medical device companies due to its highly educated workforce, competitive tax incentives and world-class infrastructure.   In recent years, Ireland has seen a huge increase in medical…

The power of Sport and Recruitment

There is a reason that we all see Charity Runs and other Sporting Posts on LinkedIn on a regular basis, the Link between Sport and Business is undeniable, but has its links to Recruitment ever been fully understood?   If you want to measure how important your Sporting background is too you in getting a…

Merry Christmas to everyone in my Network both Clients and Candidates

I wish everyone a Happy Christmas and New Year and look forward to working with you all in 2023.   We worked with some great Talent this year at ISS Ltd and it is a privilege to work with some of Ireland’s best companies in the Medical Device Industry.   What made this year a…

The Recruitment Shortages Facing the Irish Medical Device Industry in 2023

Ireland’s commitment to developing cutting-edge technology has made it an ideal location for the medical device industry. Not only does this bring opportunities for those already working in the field, but it also offers new prospects to those seeking employment. With access to world-class research facilities, universities, and a highly educated workforce, Ireland is well-positioned…

We Need to Speed Up the Recruitment Process

The recruitment process is a challenging one; it can be extremely draining on your resources, energy, and time. The longer the process takes, the more it costs the company, as well as makes the process more frustrating for everyone involved.   When it comes to the recruitment process, time is of the essence. Having a…

How the Medical Device Industry is changing Ireland’s Economy

Continual development and innovation in medical devices is crucial to ensuring the quality of life in Ireland and around the world. Medical devices enable healthcare professionals to detect diseases earlier, and diagnoses, treatment and patient monitoring are relentlessly improved. Breakthroughs and refinements in medical device technology have also been crucial for reducing healthcare costs at…

ISS Ltd – Esprit de corps and Talent Acquisition

If 14 years in recruitment has taught me anything no one changes job for less money, and everyone changes job because of their current boss / team.   How much any factor plays in your decision to move is always specific to you; but if you have been recruiting as long as me you start…

Maintenance in the context of the Medical Device / Pharma Sector

With demands on Manufacturing and Quality ever increasing Maintenance is often forgotten when the priority list is drawn up.   A historically “reactive” function in the business a new generation of “Preventative Maintenance” has come to dominate the market, but has Senior Management come to respect its vital role. “After all, if it isn’t broken…