sigmar recruitment salary guide 2012
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Sigmar RecruitmentSalary Guide 2012
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Contents
Employment Market Overview...................3
Accountancy..............................................4
Banking & Finance....................................12
Insurance..................................................21
Legal.........................................................25
HR.............................................................27
Office.........................................................30
Multilingual................................................32
Senior Management.................................35
Marketing..................................................36
Sales.........................................................39
IT...............................................................43
Engineering...............................................48
Life Sciences.............................................51
Supply Chain & Logistics..........................55
Construction & Property Services.............58
Sigmar Recruitment, established in 2002, is recognised as one of the leading professional Irish recruitment companies
and employs 100 staff in seven offices in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Warsaw and Singapore.
Our experience extends across Accountancy, Banking & Financial Services, Construction & Property, Engineering,
Healthcare, HR, IT, Insurance, Legal, Marketing, Pharmaceutical, Office & Multilingual, Online Gaming, Sales and Supply
Chain.
Our consultants have been recruiting for an average of 7 years each which gives us an additional dimension to our
consultancy in this competitive market. Sigmar since its inception has had in recruiting for some of Ireland’s largest
employers, developed a deep understanding of the challenges facing employers and employees nationwide.
We are on over 190 PSL with organisations nationwide, serving some of our clients in Europe & Asia. Sigmar can therefore
offer its candidates an impressive selection of opportunities with the top blue chip employers in Ireland.The level and
consistency of service we deliver is reflected in the fact that we attract 37% of our candidates as a result of referrals.
For further information, please contact us on +353 1 4744600 or email [email protected]
Salary Guide 2012
There was a 13.5% growth in job placements in 2011 compared
to 2010. Signs of stabilisation in the Irish economy and banking
system, and a surprisingly strong first half economic performance
contribute to the rise.
Economic stabilisation in early part of 2011 brought with it a return
of confidence in business activity throughout the first half with
considerably more job placements occurring through the first half
of the year, peaking throughout the summer. The final quarter
however saw a levelling off (-2.5%) in job placements due to a
reduction in confidence, which impacted decision making among
employers and candidates.
Robert MacGiolla Phádraig, Director, Sigmar Recruitment says: “It
is clear from 2011 that confidence is the single biggest influence
on job creation with job placements being immediately affected by
economic sentiment. Job placements grew in the first half of the
year peaking in July and August as the domestic economy
gathered momentum.
As Europe began to stagnate, companies became slower to
commit to hiring. Even though job placements have slowed slightly,
they have remained stable throughout Q4, with activity
accelerating throughout, which bodes well for the early part of
2012. Job placements will continue to further stabilise in the first
half of 2012 with steady growth predicted for the second half of
the year as the IDA supports jobs. Jobs in the domestic economy
will continue to be largely influenced by confidence on the national
and European economy.”
There is a clear two tracked employment market emerging, with
the continued job creation among multinational companies and
stagnation among domestic employers. The IDA have reported a
marked rise on 2010 with 13,000 jobs being created in 2011, the
impact of which should be seen throughout 2012 as the jobs come
to realisation. These IDA backed jobs will also have a knock on
effect with an estimated 3 jobs being created in the domestic
service sectors for every FDI role.
On the other hand, the continued uncertainty in the European
market, and additional austerity measures in Budget 2012, have
led to indigenous employers adopting an air of caution in their
hiring decisions which will continue to be influenced by wider
economic confidence throughout 2012.
There has been a significant increase in the amount of contract
and temporary offerings throughout 2011 by companies where
flexible employment has become the norm. Therefore the demand
for flexible employment requirements is expected to continue
throughout 2012. Candidates willing to be flexible and take these
roles more often than not find themselves being offered extensions
and permanent contracts by the end of their term.
Employment Market Overview
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There was a slow start to 2011 and a bit of a bumpy ride throughout
the summer but recruitment picked up tremendously from
September onwards for the rest of 2011.
The finance side of the financial services market has been
extremely busy in 2011. There is still a shortage of permanent
positions and most companies within the financial services sector
are recruiting people on short term and long term contracts, even
up to 18 months.
For most of the roles there is still a preference for Big 4 trained
Accountants within all areas (Internal Audit, Financial Control, Risk
and Compliance etc)
There is a growing need for people within the Corporate Governance
area (Internal audit, Risk and Control, Regulatory and Statutory
reporting, Compliance and Sox roles). A lot of these roles are on the
permanent side due to the importance of the area and the fact that
a number of companies have found they need to increase
headcount in these departments .
Financial Reporting is also a growing area and a number of
contractors will be needed from Dec 2011 to Feb/ April 2012 to cover
year end.
The start of 2012 looks to be very busy in Financial Services across
the board – Insurance, Banking, Investments.
Areas that will be in particular demand will be newly qualified
accountants trained in Big 4 companies, qualified accountants
with financial products knowledge, all levels of regulatory,
statutory, risk and compliance staff as well as roles within
implementation, process improvement and change
management areas.
2012 certainly looks very promising for Qualified Accountants
especially for those with strong project skills and financial
products knowledge.
Credit Managers and candidates with Debt Restructuring
experience will be in demand however salaries will still be
restricted.
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Accountancy: Financial Services
FINANCIAL SERVICES
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Finance Director 80-95k 95-110k 110k + 80-95k 95-110k 110k +
Financial Controller 60-70k 70-80k 80k + 60-70k 70-80k 80k +
Head of Financial Reporting 70-80k 80-90k 90k + 70-80k 80-90k 90k +
Financial Reporting Manager 50-65k 65-80k 80k + 50-65k 65-80k 80k +
Finance Manager 50-60k 60-80k 80k + 50-60k 60-80k 80k +
Internal Audit Manager 50-60k 60-70k 70k + 50-55k 55-65k 65k +
Treasury Manager 50-60k 60-75k 70k + 50-60k 60-75k 70k +
Compliance Manager 50-60k 60-75k 70k + 50-60k 60-75k 70k +
Qualified Financial Accountant 45-50k 50-60k 60k + 40-50k 50-60k 60k +
Qualified Management Accountant 45-50k 50-60k 60k + 45-50k 50-60k 60k +
Finance Analyst (Qualified) 40-50k 50-55k 55k + 40-50k 50-55k 55k +
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Financial Reporting Accountant (Qual) 40-50k 50-55k 55k + 40-50k 50-55k 55k +
Regulatory Reporting Accountant (Qual) 40-50k 50-55k 55k + 40-50k 50-55k 55k +
Internal Auditor 45-50k 50-55k 55k + 45-50k 50-55k 55k +
Treasury Accountant 45-50k 50-55k 50k + 40-45k 45-50k 50k +
Compliance Accountant 45-50k 45-55k 55k + 40-45k 45-55k 55k +
Sox Accountant 45-50k 50-60k 55k + 45-50k 50-60k 55k +
SPV Accountant 45-50k 50-55k 55k + 45-50k 50-55k 55k +
Part Qualified Accountant (Reg Reporting, Fin Reporting, Global markets, Group finance…) 25-30k 30-35k 35k + 25-30k 30-35k 35k +
Project contractors;
Solvency II Accountant 55-75k
55-75k
Revenue Recognition Accountant 60-75k
60-75k
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Project Contractors
RETAIL & COMMERCIAL BANKING
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2011:
After a large number of redundancies in 2010, 2011 saw a slow
but steady rise in vacancies in the industry & commerce sector.
The year started slow but with a gradual rise.
The main sectors recruiting were with US multinationals and IT
companies with pharmaceuticals companies following suit. FMCG
(fast moving consumer goods) companies picked up during the
year with a strong rise to the end of the year.
There was a large need for skills such as costing, pricing &
profitability analysis and fixed assets, mainly due to companies
looking after every penny.
The slow down was more prevalent in the senior finance areas
(CFO’s, Finance Directors & Financial Controllers) but as the
market picked up towards the summer a number of vacancies
arose.
We have also seen a large number of contract positions and
contracts with a view to being made permanent in 2011. Salaries
made a slight increase throughout the year which makes 2012 all
the more promising.
We found that a lot of companies were very particular in the type
of candidate & experience they wanted in 2011 and that will
continue in 2012.
One key area was systems, especially ERP systems. There was
a high demand for candidates with SAP or Oracle and sometimes
companies ruled candidates out because they didn’t have time to
train candidates on the systems and wanted the successful
candidate to “hit the ground running”.
Employers are looking for candidates with a much broader range
of skills and experience who they think can go into the job and be
adaptable, flexible and be able to meet any new tasks or
challenges presented to them.
2012:
We predict an ever increasing activity in the market; companies
have made their cuts, have plans to restructure and recruitment
needs to happen to put this plan of action in place. The big
recruiters in Accountancy & Finance Industry areas will as always
be US Multinational/Pharmaceuticals/IT Companies. But with
Dublin being the European hub for many major world companies,
a knock on effect will kick in and we will hopefully all reap the
benefits from this. Candidates with ERP systems experience,
ideally with a Big 4 background, will be in major demand.
In 2012, we predict a demand for roles in Financial Planning &
Analysis, Financial/Business Analysts, Costing and Risk Analysts,
Project Accountants as well as the natural progression from
Financial Accountants to Finance Manager/Financial Controller
level. This will hopefully see a growth in businesses & a growth in
recruitment with the candidates being the ones to benefit in 2012.
Accountancy: Industry and Commerce
INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
CFO 100k + 100-150k 150k + 100k + 100-140k 140k +
Finance Director 90-100k 100-120k 120k + 90-100k 100-120k 120k +
Head of Internal Audit 80-85k 85-90k 90k + 80-85k 85-90k 90k +
Financial Controller 75-80k 80-85k 90k + 75-80k 80-85k 90k +
Financial Manager 65-70k 70-75k 75k + 55-65k 65-75k 75k +
Financial Planning & Analysis (Manager) 60-65k 65-70k 70k + 55-65k 65-70k 70k +
Business Analyst 50-55k 55-60k 60-65k 40-50k 50-60k 60-65k
Systems Accountant 50-55k 55-65k 65-75k 50-55k 55-65k 65-75k
Internal Auditor 45-55k 55-65k 65-75k 45-55k 55-65k 65-75k
Financial Analyst 40-45k 45-50k 50-60k 40-45k 45-50k 50-60k
Fixed Assets Accountant 35-40k 45-55k 55k + 35-40k 40-50k 55k +
Management Accountant 40-45k 45-50k 50-55k 40-45k 45-50k 50-55k
Cost Accountant 45-50k 50-55k 55k + 40-50k 50-55k 55k +
Revenue Accountant 42-45k 45-50k 50k + 40-45k 45-50k 50k +
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INDUSTRY AND COMMERCE
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Treasury Accountant 45-50k 50-55k 55-60k 40-50k 50-55k 55-60k
Financial Accountant 40-45k 45-50k 50k + 38-42k 42-50k 50k +
Finalist 38-40k 40-42k 42k + 38-40k 40-42k 42k +
Accountant Part Qual 26-32k 33-37k 37.5k + 25-32k 33-37k 37k +
GL Assistant 26-32k 33-37k 37.5k + 25-32k 33-37k 37k +
Senior Credit Manager 50-55k 55-65k 65-75k + 45-55k 55-65k 65-75k +
Credit Control/ AR Manager 40-45k 45-50k 55k + 40-45k 45-50k 50k +
Credit Control/ AR Team Leader/ Supervisor 32-35k 35-38k 40k + 30-35k 35-38k 38k +
Credit Control 24-27k 28-34k 35k + 24-27k 27-32k 32k +
Accounts Payable Manager 40-45k 45-50k 55k+ 35-45k 45-50k 55k+
Accounts Payable Team Leader/Supervisor 32-35k 35-38k 40k + 30-35k 35-38k 38k +
Accounts Payable 26-28k 28-32k 33k + 25-28k 28-32k 33k +
Accounts Receivable 26-28k 28-32k 33k + 25-28k 28-32k 33k +
Payroll Administrator 27-29k 30-35k 35k + 25-28k 28-35k 35k +
Accounts Assistant/Technician 24-28k 30-35k 35k + 22-27k 27-35k 35k +
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Audit
2011 saw an increase in the demand for Qualified Audit
professionals to work in practice. This demand came primarily from
the Top 20 accounting firms where additional staff was required
for audit assignments with large multinational companies. The
most sought after candidates were recently Qualified Accountants
who were coming from other Big 4 or Top 20 accounting firms. This
is mainly due to the needs of the large audit firms who require
candidates with exposure to regulatory reporting standards such
as US GAAP & IFRS.
We predict that there will continue to be a large volume of
opportunities for audit professionals at all levels within practice in
2012. With the number of multinationals located in Ireland, the
large audit firms will continue to be engaged to undertake audits
which will have a knock on effect on the required headcount for
their teams.
Advisory / Consulting
There has been significant growth in the advisory area where the
large practices with consulting arms are being engaged by large
financial services and multinational companies. These companies
seek assistance on a range of matters including internal audit,
regulation, risk, process improvement and cost saving. The
practices will always be most interested in hiring candidates with
previous advisory experience; however in Q3 & Q4 of 2011, they
have hired qualified accountants with no prior experience in this
specialist field. The ACA qualification is typically the most desired
qualification but more recently, ACCA qualified candidates have
been hired.
The advisory space continues to be a growth area within practice.
The increase in corporate governance requirements in place for
all companies will mean that specialist help is required to meet the
regulatory and compliance requirements. This will be one area
where job growth is expected within 2012.
Taxation
During 2011 there was no significant growth in the demand for Tax
Accountants for the practice sector. The majority of vacancies
were at the more senior level with the large firms seeking
Managers and Senior Managers from other Big 4 or large firms.
With few available job opportunites in industry, many recently
qualified Tax Seniors or Managers are remaining in their positions
in practice. This lack of movement in the market has ensured that
the demand for Tax Accountants in practice has remained
consistent throughout the year.
Job opportunities will exist within the tax area during 2012;
however they will be of a lesser volume than the other specialist
areas within practice. An increase in industry opportunities should
open more vacancies for qualified Tax Accountants within practice.
The jobs that will arise are more likely to be at the senior and
management level and prior Big 4 tax experience will be required.
Accountancy: Professional Services
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
Audit
Audit Semi Senior (Part Qualified) 20-30K 20-30K
Audit Senior (Part Qualified / Qualified) 30-45k 30-45k
Audit Manager 45-60k 45-60k
Audit Senior Manager 60-80k 60-80k
Audit Director 80-100k 80-100k
Tax
Tax Semi Senior (Part Qualified) 20-30k 20-30k
Tax Senior (Part Qualified / Qualified) 30-45k 30-45k
Tax Manager 45-60k 45-60k
Tax Senior Manager 60-80k 60-75k
Tax Director 80-100k 80-90k
Advisory
Advisory Senior (Qualified) 45-55k 45-55k
Advisory Manager 45-60k 45-55k
Advisory Senior Manager 60-80k 55-80k
Advisory Director 80-100k 80-100k
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Within Investment Banking there has been an increase in the main
Back Office departments such as Fund Accounting and
Shareholder Services with work in the more ancillary departments
such as Custody, Pricing and Corporate Actions moving at a lesser
pace. The market for candidates within Funds is still quite
competitive with companies striving to attain the best candidates
on the market.
There has been a definite increase in the amount of contract and
temporary offerings in the last two years by Funds companies
where sign off for permanent requirements is delayed due to
budget constraints or sign off by executive levels or international
counterparts. Candidates willing to be flexible and take these roles
more often than not find themselves being offered extensions and
permanent contract by the end of their term.
There is a strong demand for Project, Analytical and Statistical
roles. Candidates with experience and industry qualifications are
snapped up. These include SAS, SQL, PMP, Six Sigma, and
Prince II.
Compliance and Risk will continue to be areas of growth throughout
2012. As regulations within the financial sectors increase so will the
demand on top talent in this area. This will be the area which is
likely to see salary increases. The LCOI qualification will be in
demand for Compliance candidates along with superior
Communications skills to implement Compliance quickly in fast
changing environments.
Candidates in these areas need to make sure their CV’s are tailored
per role which has never been more vital. Highlighting experience
and skills relevant to the exact role is essential. There is huge
competition for these roles and candidates need to give themselves
every opportunity to be called to interview. Grammar and bad
formatting is completely unacceptable.
There are good opportunities in the Investment Banking Industry
and most companies are set to remain increasing and replacing staff
throughout 2012 at a cautious but steady rate.
With the ever changing landscape in the Banking Industry it is
more unclear on how recruitment requirements will form
throughout 2012. Candidates with careers in this area should
expect to see increased contract work, lower salary levels and
high competition for roles.
There will be a large increase of experienced people on the
market after mergers that have taken place so candidates
moving roles at this time should ensure that they are giving
themselves every opportunity to be hired by tailoring CV’s,
preparing intensively for interviews and being as flexible as
possible.
Credit Managers and candidates with Debt Restructuring
experience will be in demand however salaries will still be
restricted.
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Banking & Financial Services
CORPORATE /PRIVATE BANKING JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Senior Private Banking Manager
65-75k 80-90k 90k + 60-65k 70-80k 80k +
Senior Corporate Banking Manager 65-75k 80-90k 90k + 60-65k 70-80k 80k +
Senior Equity Analyst 60-65k 70-75k 80k + 50-55k 60-65k 70k +
Risk Manager 60-65k 70-75k 80k + 55-60k 65-70k 75k +
Credit Manager 50-55k 60-70k 75k + 45-50k 55-65k 70k +
Lending Officer 45-50k 55-60k 65k + 40-45k 50-55k 55k +
Private Banking Manager 45-50k 55-60k 65k + 45k 50-55k 60k +
Relationship Manager 45-50k 55-60k 65k + 45k 50-55k 60k +
Portfolio Administrator 25-28k 32-40k n/a 23-26k 28-35k n/a
The majority of domestic banks are continuing to
experience salary and bonus freezes while a number of
international banking institutions are unsure of how
things will pan out due to major group restructures from
their parent companies.
Many financial services employers predict a small
percentage increase in salaries for 2012 in areas such
as credit, risk and compliance, while operational level
salaries will remain flat.
Similar to the last two years, candidates with experience
in credit and risk analysis, asset restructuring and
compliance are seeing a high demand for their skills
which has led to more competitive salary changes in
these areas.
Overall, 2011 has shown a gradual upswing in
recruitment within the banking sector with an emphasis
on fixed term contract roles at both senior and junior
levels.
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TREASURY JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Head of Treasury 85-95k 100-110k 110k + 75-85k 90-100k 100k +
Treasury Operations Manager (Back Office) 60-65k 65-70k 70-90k 60k 65k 70k +
Treasury Specialist 28-35k 35-45k 50-60k 26-32k 32-40k 45k +
Treasury Administrator 20-26k 26-32k 32-38k 20-25k 25-30k 32-38k
Treasury Risk 28-35k 35-50k 55-70k 25-32k 32-45k 45-60k
Treasury Dealer 20-34k 40-55k 55-75k 21-30k 35-45k 45-65k
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RETAIL & COMMERCIAL BANKING JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Senior Commercial banking Manager
60-80k 70-90k 90-130k 55-70k 75-80k 85-110k
Commercial Lending 35-45k 50-60k 65k + 30-35k 40-50k 55k +
Head of Risk Modeling (SAS/SPSS/VBA/SQL) 70-90k 90-110k 100-150k 65-80k 80-100k 100-130k
Credit Risk Modeling (SAS/SPSS/VBA/SQL) 35-48k 45-70k 70-90k 30-40k 45-60k 60k+
Equity Analyst 35-40k 42-50k 55k + 30-35k 40-45k 50k +
Senior Credit Analyst 35-40k 42-50k 55k + 35-40k 40-45k 50k +
Risk Analyst 35-40k 45-55k 65k + 30-35k 35-45k 48k +
Underwriter 28-30k 32-40k 45k + 25-28k 30-35k 40k +
Credit / Loans Administrator 21-24k 25-27k 32k + 20-22k 24-26k 28k +
Mortgage Administrator 21-24k 25-27k 30k + 20-22k 24-26k 28k +
Mortgage Collections 22-26k 26-35k 40-60k 21-24k 25-30k 35k+
Bank Assurance Advisor 21-24k 25-27k 30k + 20-22k 24-26k 28k +
Customer Service 21-24k 25-27k 30k + 21-23k 24-26k 28k +
Retail Banking 19-22k 24-26k 27k + 19-21k 22-24k 25k +
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Senior Wealth Manager 60-65k 65-75k 75-90k 55-60k 60-70k 70-90k
Wealth Manager 40-50k 50-60k 60-65k + 38-45k 45-55k 55-60k +
Financial Adviser 28-35k 35-45k 45-55k 26-32k 32-40k 40-50k
Senior Portfolio Manager 65-75k 75-85k 85-95k 60-70k 70-80k 80-90k
Portfolio Manager 50-60k 60-65k 65-75k 45-55k 55-60k 60-65k
Stockbroker 45-55k 55-65k 65-80k + 45-55k 55-65k 65-80k +
Junior Stockbroker 28-35k 35-50k n/a 25-28k 28-40k n/a
FX Sales Trader 40-50k 50-60k 60-70k 35-45k 45-55k 55-60k
Equity/Bond Sales Trader 45-55k 55-65k 65-75k 40-45k 50-55k 55-65k
Pensions/Investment Sales 25-35k 35-50k 50-60k 26-28k 28-45k 45-50k
FINANCIAL SERVICES – FRONT OFFICE
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COMPLIANCE/LISTING
(across all areas)
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Head of Compliance 80-85k 90-105k 110-120k + 70-75k 80-95k 95k +
Compliance Manager 60-65k 70-75k 80k + 55-60k 65-70k 70k +
MLRO 60-65k 70-75k 75k + 55-60k 65-70k 70k +
Compliance Assistant Manager / Officer 40-45k 50-55k 55k + 30-38k 40-50k 50k +
Compliance Administrator 25-28k 30-35k 35k + 24-27k 28-32k 32k +
AML Officer 28-32k 32-42k 40-50k 26-30k 30-40k 40k+
Fraud Risk Manager 45-50k 55-60k 65k + 40-45k 50-55k 60k +
Fraud Risk Officer 25-30k 32-40k 45k + 24-28k 30-35k 40k +
Listing Executive 30-35k 40-45k 55k + 28-32k 35-40k 45k +
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FUND SERVICES JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
VP Fund Accounting 85-95k 110-120k 125k + 75-85k 95-105k 115k +
AVP Fund Accounting 70-75k 80-85k 90k + 60-65k 70-75k 80k +
Fund Accounting, Manager 55-60k 65-75k 75k + 50-55k 60-65k 70k +
Fund Accounting, Assistant Manager 40-45k 45-55k 55k + 35-40k 45-50k 55k +
Senior Fund Accountant (2yrs exp) 28-32k 32-42k n/a 28-30k 32-40k n/a
Fund Accountant 23-28k 30-32k n/a 24-26k 28-35k n/a
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Manager 55-60k 65-70k 70k + 50-55k 60-65k 65k +
Assistant Manager / Supervisor 40-45k 50-55k 55k + 40k 45-50k 50k +
Senior Administrator 28-32k 35-38k 38-45k 26-30k 32-35k 35-40k
Administrator 23-28k 30-32k n/a 22-26k 28-30k n/a
CORPORATE ACTIONS/MARKET DATA
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Head of Custody 65-75k 75-85k 90k + 60-70k 75-80k 85k +
Custody Manager 55-60k 65-75k 70k + 50-55k 60-65k 70k +
Custody Assistant Manager /Supervisor 40-45k 50-55k 55k + 35-40k 45-50k 50k +
Senior Custody Administrator 28-32k 35-38k n/a 26-30k 31-35k n/a
Custody Administrator 23-28k 30-32k n/a 21-26k 28-30k n/a
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Head of Shareholder Services 85-95k 100-110k 120k + 75-85k 90-100k 105k +
Shareholder Services Manager 60-65k 65-75k 80k + 55-60k 60-70k 75k +
Shareholder Services Assistant Manager 40-45k 45-50k 50k + 35-40k 40-45k 45k +
Shareholder Services Supervisor / Team Lead 35-40k 40-45k 45k + 30-35k 35-40k 40k +
Shareholder Services Senior Administrator 28-32k 33-35k n/a 26-30k 31-33k n/a
Shareholder Services Administrator 23-28k 30-32k n/a 22-26k 28-30k n/a
SHAREHOLDER SERVICES/
TRANSFER AGENCY
CUSTODY
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Similar to the last two years, candidates with experience
in credit and risk analysis, asset restructuring and
compliance are seeing a high demand for their skills
which has led to more competitive salary changes in
these areas.
Overall, 2011 has shown a gradual upswing in
recruitment within the banking sector with an emphasis
on fixed term contract roles at both senior and junior
levels.
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Head of Shareholder Services 85-95k 100-110k 120k + 75-85k 90-100k 105k +
Shareholder Services Manager 60-65k 65-75k 80k + 55-60k 60-70k 75k +
Shareholder Services Assistant Manager 40-45k 45-50k 50k + 35-40k 40-45k 45k +
Shareholder Services Supervisor / Team Lead 35-40k 40-45k 45k + 30-35k 35-40k 40k +
Shareholder Services Senior Administrator 28-32k 33-35k n/a 26-30k 31-33k n/a
Shareholder Services Administrator 23-28k 30-32k n/a 22-26k 28-30k n/a
FINANCIAL REPORTING
For the past year the volume of recruitment in the fund
services sector has been low in the small to medium
sized fund organisations. The larger organisations have
been slightly busier recruiting at the junior level to
specialist level hirer. It is believed that there will be
candidate movement across the sector in 2012 due to
salary, bonus and progression freezes in previous years.
Many clients predict minimal bonus and salary increases
early in 2012 where the majority will be depending on
individual performance. Some organisations are
continuing to cross-train fund professionals and
encourage further external training.
It has also been predicted that appointments on a
temporary and contract basis are due to increase again
in 2012 as it has over the past few years. Overall, there
is a positive outlook across the industry for 2012 in
comparison to the previous 2 years.
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Insurance
Since the shift in 2010 from high volume to strategic recruitment.
We are starting to see an increased requirement for specific skill
sets across the board in the insurance sector. Opportunities in the
industry have risen steadily in the last twelve months although
salaries seem to be on a par with 2010 rates.
An unusual but very common trend we have seen, is an influx of
professionals from abroad joining the Irish market. This is due to
the stagnant candidate base throughout the sector, particulary in
Dublin.
Recent trends include an increase in Compliance roles within the
sector. Along with this there has also been an increase in Risk
Solvency II roles but not to the same degree. The areas we have
seen most development in are the fields of actuarial, credit, risk
and compliance and also reinsurance. With the need of part and
fully qualified actuaries at an all time high, newly qualified actuaries
have begun to commandi salaries from €80,000 upwards.
Dissimilarly to these areas, we have seen most drop off in general
lines insurance with the current climate making it unfeasible to
up-hold regular creation of roles.
The attraction to Ireland for International organisations remains
relatively strong. In 2010 and 2011 we continued to see an increase
in key players in the Life Insurance industry who decided to
centralise their European Operations in Ireland. This brought on
various associated projects and we expect to see that trend
continue in 2012.
We have seen continued growth in 2011 in the areas of Compliance,
Risk, Solvency II, Business Analysts, Product Specialists, Actuaries,
Project Managers and Programme Managers. The industry has
seen some positive growth and in particular these areas will
continue to have increasing opportunities in 2012 .
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GENERAL
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Operations Manager n/a n/a 80-110k n/a n/a 70-100k
Underwriting Manager n/a 50-60k 60-100k n/a 50-60k 50-90k
Personal Lines Manager n/a 45-50k 50-60k n/a 40-50k 50-60k
Claims Manager n/a 35-45k 45k + n/a 35-45k 45k +
Commercial Underwriter 24-28k 28-45k 45k + 24-28k 28-45k 45k +
Personal Lines Underwriter 23-25k 25-35k 35k + 23-25k 25-35k 35k +
Commercial Account Executive 35-40k 40-50k 50k + 35-40k 40-50k 50k +
Commercial Account Handler 30-35k 35-40k 40k + 30-35k 35-40k 40k +
Corporate Broker 23-28k 28-40k 40k + 23-25k 25-40k 40k +
Personal Lines Broker 21-26k 26-35k 35k + 21-26k 26-35k 35k +
Claims Handler 22-25k 25-35k 35k + 22-25k 25- 35k 35k +
Loss Adjustor 24-30k 30-45k 45k + 24-30k 30-45k 45k +
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COMPLIANCE
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Trainee Actuary (Graduate) 30-40k n/a n/a 28-40k n/a n/a
Part Qualified 40-45k 45-55k 55k + 35k-40k 40-50k 50k +
Nearly Qualified 55-60k 60-70k 70k + 45-55k 55-65k 65k +
Newly Qualified 80-95k 95-110k 110k + 70-80k 80-100k 100k +
Qualified Actuary 110k + n/a n/a 100k + n/a n/a
Actuarial Manager 120k + n/a n/a 110k + n/a n/a
Chief Actuary 140k + n/a n/a 120k + n/a n/a
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Compliance Manager 35-45k 45-65k 65k + 30-40k 40-60k 60k +
Compliance Officer 22-28k 28-40k 40k + 22-25k 25-40k 40k +
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1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Operations Manager n/a 60-70k 70k + n/a 50-60k 60k +
Pensions Manager n/a 45-55k 55-80k n/a 40-50k 50-75k
LIFE & PENSIONS
REINSURANCE
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Reinsurance Manager 65-75k 75-85k 85-120k 55-65k 65-75k 75-100k
Reinsurance Underwriter 30-40k 40-55k 55k + 26-35k 35-50k 50k +
Reinsurance Broker 25-32k 32-45k 45k + 25-30k 30-40k 40k +
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Following the the slow down in the legal sector in 2009 and 2010
there has been an increase in hiring both for private practice and
in-house roles through 2011. In particular the financial services
sector has had increased requirements for both contract and
permanent in-house legal staff. There has been a demand for
experienced Funds lawyers and within the Banking sector an
increased requirement for solicitors with experience in Regulatory
Compliance, Collections and Lending Restructuring. There has
also been an increase in activity with regard to Litigation,
Corporate and Commercial law.
There has been an increase in companies hiring in-house counsel.
Most roles require specific experience in specialist areas, the
objective being to reduce the external legal consultancy fees and
develop in-house legal expertise tailored to suit business
requirements.
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PRACTICE
IN HOUSE
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Partner 80k-100k 100k-120k 120k + 80k-100k 100k-120k 120k +
Senior Associate 70k-80k 80k + n/a 70k-80k 80k + n/a
Associate 50k-60k 60k-70k n/a 50k-60k 60k-70k n/a
Solicitor 35k-50k 50k-70k 70k + 35k-50k 50k-70k 70k +
Newly qualified 25k-35k n/a n/a 25k-35k n/a n/a
Legal Executive/Paralegal 22k-25k 25k-35k 40k + 22k-25k 25k-35k 40k +
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Head of Legal 90k -110k 110k-140k 140k + 80k-100k 100k-120k 120k +
Senior Counsel 70k-90k 90k-130k 130k + n/a n/a n/a
Funds Lawyer 65k-80k 80k-90k 90k + 65k-80k 80k-90k 90k +
General Counsel 45k-65k 65k-90k 90k + 40k-60k 60k-80k 80k +
Legal Executive 25k-30k 30k-40k 40k+ 22k-25k 25k-35k 40k+
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Head of Department 70k-80k 80k-90k 90k + 70k-80k 80k-90k 80k +
Company Sec. (Qualified) 35k-40k 35k-45k 45k + 28k-35k 35k-40k 40k +
Company Sec. (Part qualified) 25k-28k 28k-40k 40k + 25k-28k 28k-35k 35k +
Trainee Company Secretary 20k-25k 25k-28k 28k + 20k-25k 25k-28k 28k +
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The HR Market continues to be challenging with few permanent positions
available and a high level of competition amongst candidates. The
availability of contract positions has remained steady with particular
requirements in the areas of Talent Acquisition, HR Projects, Employee
Relations and Compensation & Benefits. There has also been a
requirement for experienced Change Management candidates for
project roles within a variety of sectors.
The HR Shared Services area is continuing to grow and with it there has
been a specialist demand for multilingual HR professionals.
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Human Resources
HR GENERAL JOB TITLE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
HR Director 80-95k 95-110k 120k +
Senior HRM 6575k 75-90k 90k +
HR Manager / Business Partner 46-55k 55-65k 65k +
HR Generalist 35-45k 45-55k 55k +
HR Officer 28-35k 35-40k 40k +
HR Administrator 25-30k 30-35k 35k +
Training Manager 45-50k 55-75k 75k +
Training Officer 25-30k 30-42k 42k +
SPECIALIST ROLES
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JOB TITLE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Talent Acquisition Manager 40-45k 45-50k 50k +
Talent Acquisition Specialist 30-35k 35-40k 45k+
Compensation & Benefits Manager 35-45k 45-60k 65k +
Compensation & Benefits Administrator 25-30k 30-40k 40k +
ERO/IRO Manager 46-54k 55-70k 70k +
Employee Relations Officer 25-35k 35-53k 55k +
Industrial Relations Officer 25-35k 35-55k 55k +
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The office sector regained some of its former vigour with steady
growth in 2011. The year started with strong opportunities for
professional administrator/receptionists across a variety of
companies.
As the year progressed excellent opportunities for professional
and experienced PAs were becoming more evident. Long term
contract and permanent roles opened not only for the traditional
PA but also for the career PA. In certain areas responsibilities and
salaries grew significantly as did the scope of the roles opening
up to experienced PA’s.
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Office Support Staff
Traditional sectors like Legal, Pharmaceutical, Banking and
Financial Services, who had previously downsized support staff
numbers, returned to the market to recruit candidates within these
roles.
Opportunities for well qualified and flexible juniors also remain
available across all sectors. With 2011 closing on a positive note,
for office staff, we anticipate that the momentum built during the
year will carry forward to 2012.
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Administrators 21-23k 25-30K 30k + 20-22k 23-25k 25k +
Receptionists 20-25k 27-30k 30k + 20-23k 24-28k 28k +
Secretaries 25k 28-32k 35k + 20-25k 25-30k 30k +
Personal Assistants 30-35k 35-40k 40k + 20-24k 25-30k 35k +
Office Managers 30-35k 35-40k 40k + 20-24k 25-30k 35k +
Legal Secretaries 25-27k 27-32k 35-40k 22-25k 25-30k 35k +
Customer Service Representatives 23-25k 25-30k 30k + 18-24k 25-30k 30k +
Post room Clerks 20-23k 25-28k 28k + 20-23k 25-28k 28k +
Data Entry Clerks 20-22k 22-25k 25k + 18-24k 25-30k 30k +
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Ireland Overview
National and International media has been focused on Ireland
since 2008, with reports erring very much to the side of an
economic meltdown and potential repercussions as a result of the
European bailout and subsequent budget reforms. Ireland did
indeed go through one of the biggest booms ever seen throughout
our economic history, leading to international relations with our
Euro counterparts developing on never seen before scales and
ultimately a borrowing scale which far outweighed our monetary
capabilities. We are all aware of the outcome and as we enter 2012
after one of the toughest budgets ever to be passed in the Irish
Dail, the news is that things are a lot better than they appear. In
order to see the positives within our current situation, we must strip
away certain negatives and focus on the growth which is evident
in almost every aspect of Irelands economic and media output. As
a country, we are in better shape now than we have been in for
some time and although there will be continued reforms in public
spending, jobs initiatives are at the top of the government’s
agenda. There is demand for skilled candidates and we need to
ensure that this is our number one focus in 2012-to fill these jobs.
Ireland Economic Landscape
One key area which is focused on more than most by our
European media partners is our current unemployment rate,
set at 14.3%, and something which no one can dispute. How
then can we explain the demand for jobs in Ireland across
sectors such as IT, Pharma, Engineering, Banking and
Finance? The area which is showing the biggest demand for
skilled candidates encompasses all of the above and requires
just one thing-an additional language. Multilingual recruitment
continues to grow and shape our economy, with approximately
20’000 new jobs forecasted by the IDA, generated by
international companies choosing to place their shared
service centres within Ireland. We will continue to see this tend
throughout 2012 and beyond, thanks to our partnership with
the IDA and other factors such as a strengthening economy
and better media output relating to our economic stability.
IDA Partnership
The IDA promised at the start of 2011 to encourage new
companies to Ireland at a rate never seen before with a target
of 20’000 jobs created through various shared service centres
and call centre operations. The IDA has hit most assigned
targets and the result is clear given the demand for candidates
who are skilled and multilingual. Their work in developing
partnerships with international companies has allowed Ireland
to get back on the investment map, boosting our attractiveness
as a location for companies to base their operations here in
Ireland. Ireland is well positioned to contribute to this growth
with predictions that Ireland could create almost 20,000 jobs
as a world leader in cloud computing adding €9.5 billion to the
Irish economy by 2014. Leading cloud players already in
Ireland include Microsoft, IBM, SalesForce, D&B, Accenture,
CITI, EMC, SAP and Amazon.
Multilingual
Corporate Tax
Ireland’s corporate tax rate has come under scrutiny in recent
months; at 12.5% compared to other Euro nations it’s one of the
lowest within the EU. What is essential to the continued growth
within the Irish economy is our CTR; this has been one of the
key factors when considering Ireland as a potential settling
place for international businesses both small and large. Ireland
as a country is a very attractive option when wishing to relocate
given its busy cities and beautiful countryside but coupled with
an attractive tax rate concession this allows us to ensure a
competitive place within the international investment market.
Ireland as a Growth Industry
Multilingual requirements will continue to grow in 2012, primarily
within the financial and IT sectors. Ireland was quoted as
potentially being the next “silicon valley”, funny as it may seem,
Ireland very much appears to be heading that way with IT firms
spending millions on investment throughout Dublin, Cork,
Galway and Belfast. The finance sector has bounced back more
quickly than anyone expected and particularly within the
accounts sector there will be increased drive in attraction and
retention of experienced and skilled candidates.
Multilingual Demand Sectors
2012 will see increased growth predominantly within multilingual
finance and IT, particularly the following positions:
Finance: Accounts Payable/Receivable, Collections, Accounts
Administrators. These areas will continue to require previous
skill and experience as well as the relevant qualifications
Sales: IT Sales, Lead Development, Sales Support, Channel
Sales, Account Managers-all these areas will continue to be one
of the biggest demand sectors in Ireland. Other strong
economies within the EU such as France and Germany will
continue to see sales development in to these countries which
is where you will see the demand for Sales professionals at all
levels to support this function
Cloud: Cloud Support, Cloud Sales, Cloud Storage
Cloud storage is becoming one of the biggest new concepts
within the IT industry and candidates who have previous
experience in this field or indeed are willing to embrace this new
technology will be sought after.
Demand Languages
German
Sales, IT Development, Collections, Technical and
Customer Support Functions
French
Accounts, Finance, Cloud Support
Brazilian Portuguese
Post Sales Support and Customer Support
Spanish
Customer Support
Russian
Team Lead Functions, Management Functions,
Post-Sales Support
Turkish
Technical Support Functions
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CONTACT CENTRE
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN CORK REGIONAL
Customer Service: 19-27k 19-26k 19-26k
Technical Support 22-30k 22-26k 22-26k
Lead Development 23-34k 23-30k 23-30k
Sales Support 19-26k 20-24k 20-24k
Inside Sales 28-60k 26-60k 24-60k
Channel Sales 28-40k 26-38k 26-38k
Sales Manager 60-140k 60-140k 60-140k
Telesales 24-28k 24-28k 22-26k
HR Administration 22-30k 22-26k 22-26k
HR Manager 28-45k 26-35k 26-35k
Customer Service Supervisor with language 26-30k 24-27k 24-27k
Customer Service Team Leader with language 30-40k 26-35k 23-30k
Call Centre manager with languages 60-80k 60-80k 30-35k
Order Entry Manager with language 25-40k 30-40k 27-35k
Order Entry Clerk with languages 21-26k 19-24k 18-20k
Accounts P/R 22-30k 21-28k 21-26k
Collections Assistant 23-28k 22-28k 22-28k
Localisation Support Engineer 28-40k 28-38k 28-38k
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MANAGEMENT POSITIONS
JOB TITLE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
5yrs + 10yrs+
Managing Director SME 100-150k 150k +
Executive VP 80-100k 100-150k
Chief Financial Officer 100-130k 130-180k
Chief Operating Officer 100-130k 130-180k
Chief Information Officer 100-130k 130-180k
Senior Management Positions
Marketing
Overall, the Marketing sector is slowly making a comeback. While
the numbers of roles available are nowhere near the levels of
previous years, there has been a slow and steady increase in the
number of companies looking to reinvest in marketing positions.
However the level of experience sought by companies is quite high
with only the most experienced candidates being considered.
The commercial acumen of marketeers is also very important as
the synergy between marketing and sales has become more and
more closely aligned.
2011 saw a huge increase in the number of contract roles and
already 2012 looks set to continue in this fashion. Despite this the
level of experience and expertise remains as high as required for
permanent roles.
In addition, Online Marketing has been an area of significant growth
with this set to continue into 2012.
Marketers are continuing to invest more time and finances into social
networking, creating Facebook pages, Twitter accounts and
LinkedIn pages to correspond with the changing communication and
buying habits of their target market.
In regard to salary, the figures are not that different to those of
2011 with a slight increase in Advertising roles.
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ADVERTISING
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Creative Director 52-55k 50-60k 66-78k 48-52k 50-58k 60-70k
Art Director 40-50k 40-60k 70k 40-50k 45-55k 65k+
Senior Designer 35-40k 35-45k 45-52k 35-40k 35-45k 40-50k
Junior Designer 25-32k n/a n/a 20-30k n/a n/a
Production Manager 30-38k 35-45k 45-55k 30-35k 35-45k 45-55k
Advertising Manager 40-45k 45-55k 55-75k 38-45k 45-55k 50-70k
Telemarketing Representative 18-23k 22-25k 26-30k 18-22k 22-25k 26-30k
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Public Relations Manager 40-50k 45-55k 62k + 37-45k 40-50k 55k +
Public Relations Officer 25-30k 30-35k 35-47k 23-28k 28-35k 35-45k
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Market Overview: Industry and CommerceMARKETING
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Marketing Director 70-90k 90-110k 120k + 65-85k 80-95k 100k +
Marketing Manager 55-65k 65-75k 80k + 50-60k 60-70k 70k +
Marketing Communications Manager 55-65k 60-80k 80k 50-60k 55-75k 75k +
Brand Manager 50-54k 55-65k 60-70k 45-50k 50-60k 60k+
Product Manager 45-50k 50-60k 60k + 40-50k 45-55k 55k +
Market Research Manager 35-40k 40-45k 60k + 32-38k 35-45k 50k +
Market Analyst 40-45k 45-60k 60k + 35-40k 40-55k 55k +
Marketing Executive 25-28k 30-38k 38-40k + 23-28k 28-35k 35-40k +
Marketing Assistant 22-25k 25-28k 30k + 22-25k 25-28k 30k +
Channel Marketing 50-55k 55-60k 60-70k 45-50k 50-55k 55-65k
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Corporate Tax
Ireland’s corporate tax rate has come under scrutiny in recent
months; at 12.5% compared to other Euro nations it’s one of the
lowest within the EU. What is essential to the continued growth
within the Irish economy is our CTR; this has been one of the
key factors when considering Ireland as a potential settling
place for international businesses both small and large. Ireland
as a country is a very attractive option when wishing to relocate
given its busy cities and beautiful countryside but coupled with
an attractive tax rate concession this allows us to ensure a
competitive place within the international investment market.
Ireland as a Growth Industry
Multilingual requirements will continue to grow in 2012, primarily
within the financial and IT sectors. Ireland was quoted as
potentially being the next “silicon valley”, funny as it may seem,
Ireland very much appears to be heading that way with IT firms
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Sales
2011 saw an increase in demand for experienced sales
professionals in almost all areas, which was positive.
As for 2012, the sales market is predicted to predominately focus
on roles in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, technical and online
sectors.
In recent times there has been an increase in demand for internal
sales candidates as companies look to shift their focus from field
sales to internally based sales teams.
As with previous years, multilingual sales candidates are highly
sought after, with the demand for German speaking candidates
particularly high.
Another area of potential growth is in the export or international
sales arena. Many companies are looking beyond what they see
as a saturated Irish marketplace and are looking for sales
candidates with the ability to develop new markets on an
international basis.
With regard to the level of roles available the majority are at the
mid-management level. While higher level roles are available,
such as Country Managers and Commercial Directors, these
positions will be less frequently recruited for in comparison to
previous years.
The demand for entry level roles is low as employers are looking
for experience. In order for graduate and junior sales people to
enter the world of sales, commission only roles or internships
may need to be considered.
As with 2011, there is still a low demand for sales people in the
construction and financial services industries, with this trend set
to continue for the foreseeable future. It is recommended that
candidates from these industries consider re-skilling in order to
open up new possible avenues of employment.
All in all, the outlook is largely positive with a strong end to 2011
hopefully signaling an equally strong start to 2012.
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
BASIC EARNINGS BASIC EARNINGS
Sales Representative 30-40k 50-65k 28-40k 45-55k
Area Sales Manager 45-65k 55-70k 40-50k 55-70k
Internal Sales 26-30k 26-35k 24-30k 26-35k
Product Specialist 55-60k 70-80k 45-50k 65-75k
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
BASIC EARNINGS BASIC EARNINGS
Sales Representative 36-40k 40-60k 30-40k 35-55k
Area Sales Manager 35-45k 60-80k 35-55k 50-65k
Internal Sales 20-28k 32k 20-26k 30k
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
BASIC EARNINGS BASIC EARNINGS
National Account Manager 65-70k 70-84k 55-65k 60-78k
Key Account Manager 55-65k 60-78k 45-55k 50-67k
Van Sales 20-28k 23-35k 22-30k 28-35k
Merchandiser 20-27k 30-34k 22-27k 25-32k
Field Sales Manager 60-70k 70-85k 45-55k 55-75k
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
BASIC EARNINGS BASIC EARNINGS
Sales Director 80-120k 95-135k 80-110k 90-120k
Senior Sales Manager 60-70k 90-100k 55-70k 70-95k
Sales Consultant (2 years+) 28-35k 35-50k 28-35k 35-45k
Telesales 20-28k 22-40k 19.5-28k 22-40k
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ICT JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
BASIC EARNINGS BASIC EARNINGS
Channel Sales Manager 55-75k 60-85k 50-60k 55-75k
Product Manager 40-50k 50-75k 38-45k 45-65k
Account Manager 30-45k 58-68k 28-40k 36-50k
Telesales Representative 25-30k 30-38k 25-33k 30-36k
Business Development Exec 30-45k 50-60k 30-40k 45-60k
Account Manager 32-40k 50-55k 32-35k 40-45k
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IT continues to be one of Ireland’s largest exports in 2011, which
has been reflected by the subsequent growth in the IT job sector.
Ireland’s highly skilled/educated work force and competitive
corporation tax continues to attract foreign investment with 9/10
global ICT companies maintaining a presence in Ireland and all of
the top 5 software companies having a significant presence in
Ireland.
The current trend is that of significant demand in certain IT
disciplines: Software Development, Application Support, Software
Testing, Infrastructure Administration / Support and to a lesser
extent IT Audit/Compliance, Business Analysis and Project
Management.
Peak demand exists for Java / J2EE developers and C# / .NET /
ASP.NET developers with strong SQL skills. Increasingly there is an
emphasis on large scale Web development experience calling for
technologies like Ajax, DHTML and LAMP. The whole area of User
Experience (UX) or User Interface (UI) skills is growing in
importance as companies try to deliver a more content rich,
user-centred experience.
Mobile Computing is an area of huge growth. Smartphone’s and
other mobile devices are exploding in popularity which is driving the
development of more and more applications so iPhone and Android
Apps development skills are being increasingly sought.
Virtualisation and Cloud Computing in general continues to be a
huge trend with a significant percentage of companies looking to
derive the cost savings from switching to virtual setups. This is
driving demand for skills such as VMware and Hyper-V in particular.
Another area of growth in Ireland is that of Games development
with several companies locating or expanding operations here.
Interestingly these operations are less Dublin-centric with Cork
and Galway both developing as hubs of excellence in this
sphere.
Due to the buoyancy in the IT market, there is an increasing shift
of candidates with in-demand skills moving from salaried
permanent jobs into more lucrative daily rate contract roles.
With demand far outweighing supply in certain disciplines, most
companies are willing to consider candidates from outside
Ireland once they are genuine in their intentions to relocate to
Ireland.
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Market Overview: ITInformation Technology
PUBLIC RELATIONS
IT PERMANENT ROLES
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Application Support 35k 45-55k 55-60k +
Business Analysts 40k 50-60k 60-70k 30k 35-40k 40k +
Chief Technical Officers 80-90k 100-120k 120k + 60-70k 70-85k 85k +
Database Administrators 45k 50-60k 65k + 35k- 40k 40k-45k 50k+
Database Developers 35-40k 40-45k 55-65k 30-35k 35k-40k 40+
Development Managers 65-70k 70-80k 90-110k 50k-60k 60k-70k 70k+
Graphic Designers 25-30k 35-40k 40-50k 25-30k 35-40k 40-50k
IT Managers 60k 65-72k 75-90k 50k 55-65k 65k +
Mainframe Developers 35-40k 40-50k 50-55k 35-40k 40-50k 50-55k
Network Engineers 35-45k 45-55k 55-65k 32-40k 40-50k 50k +
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IT PERMANENT ROLES
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Program Managers 75k 80-85k 85k + 65k 65-75k 85k +
Project Managers 60k 65-70k 75k + 45k-50k 50-60k 75k +
QA Specialists 30-35k 35-45k 45-50k 30-35k 35-45k 45-50k
QA Manager 60k 60-65k 65-80k 50k 55-60k 60k +
Software Developers 30-35k 40-50k 55-70k 30-35k 40-50k 55-70k
Systems Administrators- Unix/Linux 35-40k 40-50k 55k + 30-35k 35-43k 43k +
Systems Administrators- Windows 30-35k 35-45k 50k + 30-35k 35-43k 43k +
Technical Support 24-27k 27-33k 35k + 24-26k 27-31k 31-43k
Technical Architect 60k 60-70k 70-80k 60k 60-70k 70-80k
Web Designers 25-32k 35-40k 40-55k 25-32k 35-40k 40-55k
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IT CONTRACTOR DAILY RATES
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
Application Support 200-300 200-250
Business Analysts 300-400 200-250
Chief Technical Officers 600-750 400-500
Database Administrators 400-450 300-400
Database Developers 300-425 250-350
Development Managers 550-650 400-500
Graphic Designers 200-300 200-300
IT Managers 450-550 350-450
Mainframe Developers 225-325 225-325
Network Engineers 300-400 250-350
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FINANCIAL/INSURANCE
IT CONTRACTOR DAILY RATES
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
Program Managers 450-600 300-500
Project Managers 400-500 300-500
QA Specialists 200-350 150-300
QA Manager 400-550 250-400
Software Developers 300-400 300-400
Systems Administrators- Unix/Linux 325-425 300-400
Systems Administrators- Windows 275-350 250-300
Technical Support 120-220 120-220
Technical Architect 500-600 450-500
Web Designers 250-350 250-350
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Engineering
2011 saw the continued shift from more generalist manufacturing
and production roles towards more strategic and specialist
positions. Trends over the last three years have prevailed, where
recruitment has focused on higher end production and R&D
developments as a result of multinational production migrating to
Eastern Europe and the Far East. Smaller organisations have
managed to keep costs down and further increase
competitiveness, and overall we note a reduction in the number of
redundancies in manual and lower skilled positions.
There has been a significant increase in the amount of contract
staff employed, with employers attracted to the flexibility and cost
effectiveness external payroll can deliver.
Electrical and Electronic engineers continue to be in high demand
across power generation, power transmission and R&D sectors.
Previous reduction in outsourced facilities & ancillary service
companies have levelled out with some companies returning to
outsource these functions.
Large numbers of service companies, financial services corporate
bodies as well as high end manufacturing companies have
continued to embraced Lean Six Sigma styled process improvement
initiatives. These initiatives are providing strategic opportunities for
engineers who have a natural affinity for analysis and improvement.
From the employer perspective utilising leaner and more customer
focused processes results in the win-win scenario of improving
customer satisfaction while reducing costs.
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ENGINEERING
49
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Automation Engineer 40-45k 45-55k 55k + 35-40k 40-50k 50k +
CAD Technician 19-22k 22-25k 25k + 20-22k 22-25k 25k +
Chemical Engineer 34-43k 43-53k 55k + 30-40k 40-50k 50k +
Electrical Engineer 30-36k 37-45k 47k + 30-35k 35-45k 45k +
Electronic Engineer 30-35k 36-42k 43k + 25-35k 35-45k 45k +
Engineering Manager 45-55k 55-65k 65k + 40-50k 50-60k 60k +
Engineering Supervisor 28-35k 37-50k 50k + 25-35k 35-45k 45k +
Lean Engineer 25-35k 38-55k 57k + 25-35K 35-48k 48k +
Maintenance Engineer 35-40k 40-48k 48k + 25-35k 35-45k 45k +
Maintenance Technician 27-32k 32-40k 40k + 25-30k 30k-38k 35k +
Manufacturing Engineer 30-35k 35-45k 45k + 28-35k 35-45k 45k +
Manufacturing Manager 38-45k 45-53k 54k + 35-40k 40-50k 50k +
Manufacturing Supervisor 35-42k 43-52k 52k + 25-30k 30-40k 40k +
Manufacturing Technician 17-20k 20-25k 25k + 17-20k 20-25k 25k +
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IT continues to be one of Ireland’s largest exports in 2011, which
has been reflected by the subsequent growth in the IT job sector.
Ireland’s highly skilled/educated work force and competitive
corporation tax continues to attract foreign investment with 9/10
global ICT companies maintaining a presence in Ireland and all of
the top 5 software companies having a significant presence in
Ireland.
The current trend is that of significant demand in certain IT
disciplines: Software Development, Application Support, Software
Testing, Infrastructure Administration / Support and to a lesser
extent IT Audit/Compliance, Business Analysis and Project
Management.
ENGINEERING
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Manufacturing Supervisor 35-42k 43-52k 52k + 25-30k 30-40k 40k +
Mechanical Design 29-35k 35-43k 43k + 27-32k 30-40k 40k +
Mechanical Engineer 28-33k 33-40k 40k + 28-35k 35-45k 45k +
Operations Manager 40-50k 50-60k 62k + 35-40k 40-50k 50k +
Process Engineer 35-40k 40-45k 47k + 28-35k 35-45k 45k +
Quality Engineer 27-33k 33-40k 40k + 28-35k 35-45k 45k +
Service Engineer 23-28k 28-33k 35k + 23-28k 28-32k 32k +
Six Sigma Black Belt 60-70k 70-80k 80k + 40-50k 50-60k 60k +
Six Sigma Consultants 30-40k 40-60k 65k + 30-40k 40-50k 50k +
Six Sigma Engineer 30-40k 40-60k 60k + 28-35k 35-45k 45k +
Technical Services Manager 38-48k 48-60k 62k + 30-40k 40-50k 50k +
Validation Engineer 36-44k 44-54k 55k + 28-35k 35-45k 45k +
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2011 marked a mixed year for pharmaceutical companies in
Ireland. There has been some major investments but most
companies have continued to consolidate in order to deal with
sometimes difficult international economic conditions. There is a
focus on temporary or fixed term contract recruitment as
companies continue to manage their headcount.
Ireland still has an excellent level of investment from top
multinational pharmaceutical firms with some major investment
taking place in the last quarter of 2011, but the sector is dealing
with a number of issues which affect growth - patent expiries, the
rising costs of clinical research, and the growth of generic
producers.
The potential collapse of the Euro poses a major threat to the
pharmaceutical industry in Ireland with many of the major
companies keeping an keen eye on developments at EU level.
However, with the retention on the 12.5% corporation tax rate and
the current increase in competitiveness in the economy having an
effect, Ireland should be well placed to retain its prominent position
as a base for both research and production.
The medical device sector has also had a high level of investment,
and there has been strong recruitment activity in this area with
announcements of 300-400 jobs in recent weeks. There has been
a number of positive announcements in recent months on
investments from international companies in Connacht, the
Midlands and the South East, which will help to maintain these
regions as dynamic hubs for medical device organisations.
Throughout life sciences, the vast majority of new positions are
contract or temporary roles, and for permanent or long-term
contract roles, companies are proceeding through the process
with caution, often taking a number of months to finalise a process
and decision regarding a position.
Salaries, in 2011, for most levels within the life science sector
remained the same, although there was a slight drop in some
areas due to the increased supply of candidates. There is still a
strong demand for certain areas such as regulatory affairs
professionals, validation and process specialists, and certain
areas in chemistry. For 2012, we don’t envisage major changes in
pay levels and a continuing emphasis on contract roles.
Life Sciences
CLINICAL RESEARCH
52
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Data Coordinator 27-30k 30-38k 38k + 22-25k 25-32k 32k +
Trials Supervisor 33-35k 35-45k 45k + 25-30k 30-40k 40k +
Trials Manager 35-45K 45-50k 50k + 35-40k 40-50k 50k +
Director 70K 82k + 90k + 50-60k 60-80k 80k +
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
QA/QC Manager 37-45k 45-55k 55k + 40-45k 45-60k 60k +
QA/QC Supervisor 35-38k 40-48k 50k + 35-40k 40-50k 50k +
QA/QC Analyst 25-30k 32-38k 38k + 22-28k 28-35k 35k +
Microbiologist 25-32k 32-45k 45k + 22-28k 28-35k 35k +
Qualified Person 45-50k 50-55k + 75k + 40-50k 50-70k 70k +
LABORATORY
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PRODUCTION
53
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Production Manager 35-40K 40-55k 55k + 35-40k 40-50k 50k +
Production Operator 18-25k 25-32k 32-40k 18-20k 20-25k 25k +
Director of Operations 75k + 80k + 85k + 50-60k 60-80k 80k +
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Regulatory Affairs Manager 40-50k 50-60k 60k + 45-55k 55-70k 70k +
Regulatory Affairs Specialist 35-40k 40-55k 55k + 35-40k 40-50k 50k +
Compliance Manager 45-55k 55-60K 60k + 40-45k 45-60k 60k +
Compliance Officer 26-30k 30-35k 35-42k 25-30k 30-40k 40k +
REGULATORY & COMPLIANCE
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RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
PhD Chemist 33-37k 37 -52k 52k + 30-35k 35-50k 50k +
Chemical Engineer 32-37k 37-55k 55k + 28-35k 35-45k 45k +
Project Manager 38-45k 45-60k 60-70k 35-45k 45-55k 55k +
R& D Manager 55-60k 60-68k 70k + 50-60k 60-75k 75k +
R&D Scientist 30-35k 35-45k 45k + 25-32k 32-40k 40k +
R&D Engineer 35-40k 40-55k 55k + 35-40k 40-55k 55k +
Director 80-90k 90-100k 100k + 75-85k 85-100k 100k +
www.sigmar.ie
Electrical and Electronic engineers continue to be in high demand
across power generation, power transmission and R&D sectors.
Previous reduction in outsourced facilities & ancillary service
companies have levelled out with some companies returning to
outsource these functions.
Large numbers of service companies, financial services corporate
bodies as well as high end manufacturing companies have
continued to embraced Lean Six Sigma styled process improvement
initiatives. These initiatives are providing strategic opportunities for
engineers who have a natural affinity for analysis and improvement.
From the employer perspective utilising leaner and more customer
focused processes results in the win-win scenario of improving
customer satisfaction while reducing costs.
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Supply Chain & Logistics
The Sigmar Supply Chain team are experts in recruitment of Junior
to Executive positions across all industry sectors including,
Manufacturing, FMCG, 3rd Party Logistics and Pharmaceutical.
We have achieved large success in recruiting for some of Ireland’s
largest employers including The Kerry Group, Microsoft,
Wincanton, Openhydro, Diageo and Arvato Digital Services
among many others.
Supply Chain is now seen as a very important function for any
business; it is vital that companies design and implement high
performing supply chains in order to compete in today’s ever
changing business environment. An efficient supply chain means
significant cost savings and because of this we have seen great
improvements within Supply Chain recruitment particularly in the
area of procurement.
The main objective of Procurement is to achieve greater efficiency
and value for money in the sourcing of all goods and services this
often means sourcing products and raw materials on a global
platform, so it is a vital function for any successful company.
Procurement structures were traditionally in place in
Pharmaceutical and IT companies such as Microsoft, Apple,
Flextronics and Pfizer but is now seen as an essential business
function within all industries. Clients look for candidates with a
specific skill set and this often means sourcing candidates from
their direct competitors. Positions are seen both on the direct and
indirect sides of the business while operating at a European and
Global level.
Another quality we look for is change management, for example
the ability of a candidate to manage change from a European remit
to a global remit is a very important quality in today’s international
business environment. We have seen skills gaps in the area of
category and commodity management, strategic leadership and
strong logistics candidates who are bilingual and have 3pl vendor
management experience.
Experience on specific projects is also a big part of our search.
Social media websites such as LinkedIn and Twitter have become
a huge search tool for professionals with the specific skill sets
required by our clients. Most companies now are searching for a
creative solution to evolve their supply chain and candidates with
previous experience delivering projects have a distinct advantage
in the job market.
FINANCIAL REPORTING
Sigmar Recruitment Salary Guide 2012
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DISTRIBUTION/LOGISTICS
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JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Artic Driver 25-35k n/a n/a 20-30k 30-35k 35k +
Freight Clerk 25-28k 28-33k 33k + 25-28k 28-32k 32k +
Freight Manager 40-45k 45-50k 50k + 35-40k 40-45k 45k +
Logistics Coordinator 25-30k 30-35k 35k + 20-25k 25-30k 30k +
Logistics Manager 40-45k 45-50k 50k + 30-40k 40-50k 50k +
Transport Manager 35-40k 45-50k 50k + 25-35K 35-45K 45+
Inventory Manager 50-60k 60-70k 70k + 40-50K 50-55K 55+
Warehouse Supervisor 30-35k 35-40k 40k + 25-30K 30-35K 35+
Warehouse Manager 40-45k 45-50k 50k+ 30-35K 35-45k 45+
Operations Manager 50-55k 55-60k 60k + 40-50k 50-55k 55+
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Supply Chain Analyst 25-30k 35-35k 35k + 25-30K 30-35K 35+
Supply Chain Manager 50-60k 60-70k 70k + 35-45k 45-55k 55+
Supply Chain Director 85-90k 90-100k 100k+ 75-85K 85 – 95K 95+
SUPPLY CHAIN
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PROCUREMENT JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Buyer 28-30k 35-40k 40k + 25-30K 30-40K 40+
Commodity Manager 60-65k 65-70k 70k + 50-55K 55-60K 60+
Procurement manager 65-70k 70-75k 75k + 55-65k 65-70K 70K
Procurement Director 85-90k 90-100k 100k+ 75-85K 85-95K 95K
PLANNING JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Production Planner 30-35k 35-40k 45k + 25-30K 30-35K 35+
Demand Planner 35-45k 45-50k 50k + 30-35K 35-45K 45+
Supply Planner 35-45k 45-50k 50k + 30-35K 35-45K 45+
Planning Manager 50-55k 55-60k 60k+ 40-45k 45-55k 55+
Planning Director 85-90k 90-100k 100k+ 75-85K 85-95k 95+
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2011 marked a mixed year for pharmaceutical companies in
Ireland. There has been some major investments but most
companies have continued to consolidate in order to deal with
sometimes difficult international economic conditions. There is a
focus on temporary or fixed term contract recruitment as
companies continue to manage their headcount.
Ireland still has an excellent level of investment from top
multinational pharmaceutical firms with some major investment
taking place in the last quarter of 2011, but the sector is dealing
with a number of issues which affect growth - patent expiries, the
rising costs of clinical research, and the growth of generic
producers.
Throughout life sciences, the vast majority of new positions are
contract or temporary roles, and for permanent or long-term
contract roles, companies are proceeding through the process
with caution, often taking a number of months to finalise a process
and decision regarding a position.
Salaries, in 2011, for most levels within the life science sector
remained the same, although there was a slight drop in some
areas due to the increased supply of candidates. There is still a
strong demand for certain areas such as regulatory affairs
professionals, validation and process specialists, and certain
areas in chemistry. For 2012, we don’t envisage major changes in
pay levels and a continuing emphasis on contract roles.
The construction and property services department has had a
busy year in relation to recruitment within the areas of
mechanical/electrical installations, power engineering, renewable
energy and industrial project engineering.
M&E has been the most durable area of Ireland’s construction
industry and prominent companies in the sector have had access
to project work in the industrial environment. As a result,
companies in the sector have recruited for project engineers,
planners and project managers.
In a related sector, the high voltage electrical engineering sector
is also quite robust although there are not a large number of
companies in Ireland specialising in the area. In general there are
opportunities readily available for power systems and high voltage
design engineers.
Companies specialising in the process and project engineering
within relevant industries such as pharmaceutical, electronics and
process in general have had a busy year with some major
multinational companies investing in new facilities and
refurbishment, both in Leinster and Munster. As has been the case
in the past, many of the roles are contract positions with hourly
rates relatively stable after dropping in recent years since the
boom in the last decade.
Renewable Energy is a busy sector particularly for companies
working on innovative technology. Such companies are mainly
looking to recruit project management and project engineering
professionals as well as specialized manufacturing and design
professionals. This is an area likely to see further growth in years
to come.
Facilities Management has not seen as much activity as in 2010,
as after a busy start to the year, the second half of 2011 was not
as busy for companies recruiting or taking on new projects or
business. There may be a saturation in the market as a number of
large players in the facilities sectors have not seen much growth
in recent years.
The main contracting area of construction has not seen an upturn
although companies working in refurbishment and industrial
sectors are continuing to win projects. Many skilled personnel from
this country are employed overseas as they have found much
more career opportunity in Australia, the Middle East and even
within Europe.
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Construction & Property Services
LABORATORY
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
59
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Architect n/a n/a 50k + n/a n/a 45+
Architectural Technician n/a n/a 35-40k n/a n/a 35-40k
Planning Consultant n/a 40k-50k 50k + n/a 35-45K 45+
Engineering Design Consultant n/a 35k-45k 45k + n/a 35 – 40k 40+
HEALTH & SAFETY JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Health & Safety Manager n/a 35-40k 45k + 35-40k 40-55k 55k+
Health & Safety Office 25-30k 35k + 40k + 25-30k 30-40k 40k+
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REGULATORY & COMPLIANCE
PROPERTY SERVICES JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Facilities Manager (Hard & Soft Services) 35-40k 50-60k 70k + 30-40K 40-50K 50+
Facilities Engineer 30-38k 35-50k 50k + 25-35k 35-45K 45K
Building Services Engineer 30-40k 40-50k 50k + 25-35K 35-50K 50+
JOB TITLE DUBLIN REPUBLIC OF IRELAND
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
1-2 Years Exp
3-5 Years Exp
5 Years + Exp
Site/Contracts Manager n/a 50-60k 60k + n/a 40-50k 50+
Project Manager n/a 45-55k 55k + n/a 40-50k 50+
Site Engineer n/a 32-40k 50k + n/a 35-45k 45+
Quantity Surveyors n/a 35-45k 45k + n/a 35-45k 45k +
SITE BASED SALARIES
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Dublin
13 Hume Street, Dublin 2
Tel: +353 (0)1 4744600
Email: [email protected]
Cork
33 South Bank, Crosses Green, Cork
Tel: +353 (0)21 431 5770
Email: [email protected]
Galway
Dockgate, Dock Road, Galway
Tel: +353 (0)91 563868
Email: [email protected]
Poland
Budynek “Pańska Corner“, Ul. Pańska 73,
00 - 834 Warszawa (Piętro 8)
Tel: +48 22 31 47 571
Email: [email protected]
Singapore
Straits Trading Building, 9 Battery Road,
Singapore 049910
Tel: +65 6597 0919
Email: [email protected]
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Please Note:
• All salaries taken as annual in Euros, based on working in Ireland.
• Bonus/Car Allowance not included.
• Parameters indicate the highest and lowest salary level for each position.
• Figures are based on current market rates (January 2012).
• Salaries are subject to variances based on the individual, the company size and other external factors.