Recruitment Executive

JPA Brenson Lawlor; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Sports and social activities

Summer early Friday finish

Firm activity days

Bike to work scheme

22 days annual leave

Job summary

PKF Brenson Lawlor is seeking a proactive Recruitment Executive to join our growing team in Ireland. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle across graduate to experienced hires, collaborating with department heads and hiring managers to meet business needs and attract top talent.

This role offers exposure to a dynamic firm with strong growth and a commitment to professional development. You will draft job descriptions, screen applicants, coordinate interviews, and support onboarding

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of recruitment experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Fluent in English and able to engage with diverse candidate pools.

Responsibilities

• Draft and publish job descriptions across relevant boards.
• Manage recruitment inbox with timely responses and follow-ups.
• Screen CVs and schedule interviews with hiring managers.
• Conduct candidate interviews and support selection process.
• Administer aptitude and skills assessments for shortlisted candidates.
• Carry out reference checks for prospective hires.
• Coordinate onboarding and act as a point of contact for new joiners.
• Engage with universities and participate in graduate recruitment events.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Recruitment/Business or related (2:1 preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

We are currently seeking a proactive and ambitious Recruitment Executive to join our growing team. This is a key role within the firm, you will be involved in the full recruitment lifecycle across a wide range of positions — from graduate and trainee-level roles through to experienced hires.

Who are we?

PKF Brenson Lawlor is one of the fastest growing top 15 recognised training firms in Ireland. We are ambitious and dynamic and currently employ over 100 staff. We specialise in the provision of accounting, auditing, taxation, outsourcingand business advisory services to medium and large clients from a wide variety of business sectors in Ireland and internationally.

We are proudly part of the PKF Global network whichrepresents214 firms across 150 countries worldwide.

Why choose PKF Brenson Lawlor?

When you join PKF Brenson Lawlor we invest in your future by giving you all the support and skills you need to be successful. We will ensure you develop a solid technical foundation on which to build your future.

We believe that career progression advances through practical learning and development. With over 50 years’ experience, we offer comprehensive on-the-job training, internal and external training courses, a superior mentor programme, secondment opportunities and substantial client interaction.

The Role

As part of the Recruitment team, you will work closely with department heads and hiring managers to understand business needs, develop talent pipelines, and attract high-calibre candidates who align with our firm’s culture and values. You will also represent the firm at university events and career fairs, helping to strengthen our employer brand and support our long‑term talent strategy.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has recently begun their career in recruitment and is looking to build on their experience in a dynamic, professional environment. If you are enthusiastic, highly organised, personable, and eager to grow your skills while helping connect great talent with the right opportunities, we would love to hear from you.

• Draft and publish job descriptions across relevant job boards and platforms
• Manage and monitor the recruitment inbox, ensuring timely responses and follow-ups
• Screen CVs and coordinate interview scheduling in collaboration with hiring managers
• Conduct candidate interviews and support the selection process
• Administer general aptitude and skills assessments to shortlisted candidates
• Carry out reference checks for prospective hires
• Support the onboarding process by coordinating documentation and acting as a point of contact for new joiners
• Build and maintain relationships with universities and participate in graduate recruitment events and career fairs
• Provide administrative support to the HR team on various projects and initiatives
• Assist with additional recruitment and HR-related tasks as needed

Candidate Profile:

• A minimum 2:1 degree in HR, Recruitment, Business, or a related field (preferred but not essential)
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience in a recruitment role, ideally within a professional or corporate environment
• Knowledge of or experience within the finance/accounting sector is highly desirable
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong organisational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Fluent in both written and spoken English

Remuneration package:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Sports and social activities
• Summer early Friday finish
• Firm activity days
• Bike to work scheme
• 22 days annual leave

Location:

PKF Brenson Lawlor is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer a dynamic work environment where your expertise will be valued and your professional development will be taken seriously.

PKF Brenson Lawlor Limited is a firm of Chartered Accountants authorised by Chartered Accountants Ireland to carry out investment business.

Company Registration Number: 74552
Registered in Ireland.