Public Sector Recruitment Specialists in Northern Ireland
Helping public sector, local government, healthcare professional services, and charity organisations hire specialist talent through compliant, framework-led recruitment solutions
Approved Supplier Across Public Sector Frameworks
Helping organisations like yours hire compliantly through an approved framework, available to all Public Sector and Charity Organisations across Northern Ireland and the UK.
Opportunities Inside Northern Ireland’s Most Essential Organisations
From operational support and governance to digital transformation and leadership hiring, we connect professionals with roles that matter.
Organisations Who Trust MCS for Talent
Translink
Framework for the Provision of End-to-End Recruitment Services for Infrastructure and Projects Division
In 2023, following a competitive public procurement exercise MCS Group were selected as the lead supplier for the Provision of End-to-End Recruitment Services for Infrastructure and Projects across Translink. MCS Group will provide permanent and fixed term contract recruitment solutions to support the Infrastructure and Projects division, will require a variety of technical roles to fulfil a programme of capital and maintenance works.
NI Water
Employment Agency Contract
In 2023, MCS Group were appointed as the top ranked supplier for IT, Finance, Procurement, Scientific, Engineering & Project Management and HR & Legal under NI Water’s Employment Agency Contract. MCS Group will provide a range of permanent and interim recruitment solutions including Permanent hiring, Temporary Agency Workers and Fixed Term Contracts.
Mid & East Antrim Borough Council
Provision of Employment Agency Services
Following a competitive public procurement exercise, MCS Group have been selected as a supplier for Agency Workers for all senior management and specialist posts in Mid and East Antrim Borough Council.
Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council
Provision of a Range of Recruitment Services
Following our success across the public sector, MCS Group have been selected as an approver supplier for the Temporary Recruitment of Specialist Roles including HR, IT, Environmental Health, and Finance across Antrim & Newtownabbey Borough Council.
Western Health and Social Care Trust
Western Health and Social Care Trust delivers health and social care services across the west of Northern Ireland, supporting communities throughout Derry/Londonderry, Tyrone and Fermanagh. MCS Group specialises in sourcing skilled professionals across a wide range of specialist and corporate functions, helping organisations attract the talent they need to succeed.
Northern Health and Social Care Trust
Northern Health and Social Care Trust provides integrated health and social care services to communities across Antrim, Ballymena, Causeway, Larne and surrounding areas. MCS Group connects organisations with exceptional professionals across technology, finance, HR, procurement and business support, helping build high-performing teams.
Southern Health and Social Care Trust
Southern Health and Social Care Trust delivers integrated health and social care services across Armagh, Banbridge, Craigavon, Dungannon and Newry. MCS Group brings together exceptional employers and talented professionals, helping organisations secure the expertise they need for long-term success.
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
As the largest integrated Health and Social Care Trust in the UK, Belfast Trust provides local and regional services to hundreds of thousands of people across Northern Ireland. MCS Group connects organisations with specialist talent across technology, finance, HR, procurement and business support to help build high-performing teams.
Business Services Organisation (BSO)
The Business Services Organisation (BSO) delivers essential shared services to Health and Social Care across Northern Ireland, supporting everything from procurement and finance to digital, HR and payroll. MCS Group understands the importance of sourcing specialist professionals who help organisations delivering critical public services thrive.
South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust
Serving communities across Ards, North Down, Lisburn and Down, the South Eastern Trust provides a wide range of health and social care services through its hospitals and community teams. MCS Group supports employers in attracting experienced professionals across technology, finance, HR and project delivery.
Our Specialist Areas
Proud to Support Essential Public Services
Healthcare trusts, local councils, civil service departments, arm's-length bodies and charity organisations all rely on us to navigate some of the most complex hiring environments in Northern Ireland. Explore our specialist public sector recruitment areas below.
As an approved supplier on recognised recruitment frameworks, we support councils and local authorities with hiring across governance, finance, HR, procurement, environmental health and operational leadership functions.
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Local Government Recruitment
We support local government organisations by helping them navigate a compliant, pre-procured hiring process to ensure they are supported by top talent in a range of disciplines in a quick and efficient manner.
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HSCNI and Business Services Organisation Recruitment
From Professional and Technical interim appointments – our recruitment consultants support organisations across a variety of diverse and highly regulated environments
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Healthcare Recruitment Solutions
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Arm’s-Length Body Recruitment
Our consultative approach helps organisations secure experienced professionals who can operate effectively within highly accountable, governance-led environments while supporting long-term organisational goals and public service delivery.
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Charity Recruitment
We support charity organisations with professional recruitment across leadership, operations and specialist support functions, helping organisations secure talent aligned with organisational values and community impact.
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Education Recruitment
ExploreFrom temporary cover and project support to long-term appointments, MCS Group helps education organisations navigate compliant hiring while securing experienced professionals aligned with organisational culture and student outcomes.
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Why Choose MCS as your Public Sector Recruitment Partner
Need to Hire Quickly Without Delaying Procurement?
As an approved supplier on recognised public sector recruitment frameworks, MCS Group helps organisations secure specialist talent through compliant hiring routes without the need for lengthy procurement exercises.
Concerned About Audit Compliance and Governance?
We have exclusive partnerships within NI Civil Service, Health and Social Care Trusts, Education, and Local Government. This means you’ll have access to roles you won't find on the job boards. Our consultants understand the importance of maintaining audit-compliant recruitment processes across regulated public sector environments.
Looking for a Recruitment Partner Who Knows Northern Ireland?
Public sector recruitment in Northern Ireland demands local knowledge, not just process. With over 30 years working alongside councils, health trusts and government bodies across the region, we understand the operational pressures, organisational structure and realities behind every public sector role.
Trying to Balance Cost, Compliance and Quality?
We understand the pressures public sector and third-sector organisations face when securing specialist talent. Our consultative approach focuses on long-term fit, operational continuity and cost-conscious hiring solutions.
Looking for a Career That Makes an Impact?
From healthcare trusts and local councils to public bodies, we connect professionals with opportunities that support essential public services across Northern Ireland.
Jobs
Our Latest Roles
Recruitment Solutions Built for Public Sector Hiring
Public sector recruitment requires a different approach. From governance and procurement frameworks to urgent operational pressures and specialist skill shortages, MCS Group delivers recruitment solutions designed around the realities of regulated hiring environments.
Permanent Recruitment
Securing long-term talent within public sector organisations requires more than simply matching CVs to job descriptions. Our consultants support healthcare trusts, councils, civil service departments and public bodies with permanent recruitment solutions across governance, finance, HR, procurement, digital and operational leadership roles.
We focus on long-term fit, helping organisations secure experienced professionals who can deliver impact within highly accountable environments.
Interim & Temporary Recruitment
From urgent operational cover to specialist project support, public sector organisations often require experienced professionals at speed.
MCS Group supports interim and temporary hiring across finance, governance, HR, procurement, project delivery and operational support functions, helping organisations maintain continuity while navigating compliant hiring processes and framework requirements.
Executive Search & Leadership Hiring
Leadership appointments within public sector organisations require a consultative and highly targeted approach.
We support councils, healthcare trusts and regulated public bodies with executive search solutions across operational leadership, governance, transformation, finance and strategic delivery functions, helping organisations secure leaders equipped to navigate complex public sector environments.
Recruitment Process Outsourcing
Public sector hiring can be complex, resource-intensive and heavily regulated. Our managed recruitment solutions help organisations streamline hiring processes while maintaining governance, compliance and operational efficiency.
From project-based hiring support to ongoing recruitment partnerships, we help organisations secure specialist talent through scalable, framework-aligned recruitment solutions.
Find a Job in Public SectorCame in contact with a great recruiter Meghan Hamilton. Very Helpful, Kind & Approachable. Understood my experience & skill set and helped me make a move into a new career. I couldn't recommend highly enough for want to make a career change. Excellent range of contacts & clients in public sector roles through Meghan at MCS Group
Government Commercial Agency Framework
Proud to support public sector organisations through the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Framework.
As a government-approved recruitment supplier, MCS Group helps organisations access a fast, compliant and cost-controlled route to temporary and fixed-term hiring across local government, education, charity and public bodies. From specialist vacancies to short-term resource gaps, we help organisations secure the talent they need while navigating procurement, governance and audit requirements with confidence.
Fast, compliant and cost-controlled hiring
Full audit trail compliance
Pre-tendered government-approved recruitment framework
Pre-negotiated framework rates
Average time to hire between 5–14 days
Public & Charity Organisations approved
Strengthen your employer brand
Supporting talent attraction strategies
Helping public sector organisations stand out to talent
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Want to learn more about the Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Framework? Download our guide to explore who can access the framework, the recruitment solutions it supports, the benefits for public sector organisations and how MCS Group can help simplify your hiring process.
What we do
Our Sectors
Technology
In the IT and digital industry, having the right skills is essential. We link skilled tech professionals with companies that value their expertise. If you’re hiring or seeking your next opportunity, we ensure a smooth connection for everyone involved.
Sales & Marketing
We help businesses discover innovative and driven professionals in sales and marketing. If you’re an organisation seeking marketing talent or a professional eager to advance your career, we’re committed to making those vital connections.
Technical Engineering
From mechanical engineering to manufacturing, we bring skilled engineers together with companies worldwide. Whether you’re ready to elevate your career or searching for the right addition to your team, we’re here to help make that ideal match.
Legal
We connect legal professionals with opportunities that align with their career aspirations. Whether you’re a solicitor looking for your next move or a firm in search of legal talent, we facilitate partnerships that benefit both careers and organisational success.
Finance & Accounting
Whether you’re searching for a new role in finance and accounting or need qualified experts to expand your team, our goal is to connect you with the right opportunities and talent to help you succeed.
Human Resources & Personnel
Human Resources plays a key role in creating a positive workplace culture and boosting organisational effectiveness. We are here to match skilled HR professionals with companies that value leadership and compliance.
Public Sector
We connect talented individuals with meaningful roles in the public sector. Whether you’re exploring new career paths or looking to hire exceptional talent, we’re dedicated to finding the perfect fit for both professionals and organisations.
Guidance for Public Sector Hiring
From interim hiring and executive search to framework-led recruitment and compliance processes, here are some of the questions we’re most commonly asked about hiring across the public sector.
What types of public sector roles does MCS Group recruit for?
MCS Group recruits across a wide range of public sector jobs including finance, HR, procurement, governance, scientific, operational, IT, digital and executive leadership roles. We support interim, temporary, permanent and executive recruitment across healthcare trusts, local councils, civil service departments and third-sector organisations throughout Northern Ireland and the wider UK.
Do you recruit for local government and council jobs?
Yes. Our specialist public sector recruiters support local government recruitment across a variety of council and public body roles, including governance, environmental health, finance, HR, procurement, project delivery and senior leadership appointments.
What is a public sector recruitment framework?
A public sector recruitment framework is a pre-approved agreement that allows public sector organisations to work with approved recruitment suppliers compliantly, without completing a full procurement exercise. MCS Group is an approved supplier on recognised public sector recruitment frameworks, including the Crown Commercial Services Non-Clinical Staffing Framework.
Do you offer interim public sector recruitment solutions?
Yes. MCS Group support organisations with interim, temporary and fixed-term recruitment solutions across operational support, programme delivery, governance, finance, HR, procurement and executive leadership functions.
What industries within the public sector does MCS Group support?
We support recruitment across healthcare, local government, civil service, arm’s-length bodies, scientific organisations and third-sector organisations. Our consultants understand the governance, compliance and operational challenges involved in regulated hiring environments.
Can public sector organisations use recruitment agencies?
Yes. Many healthcare organisations, councils and public bodies work with approved recruitment agencies through recognised procurement frameworks and supplier agreements. MCS Group helps organisations navigate compliant recruitment processes while securing specialist talent quickly and efficiently.
The People Behind Your Public Sector & Charity Organisation Hires
Name: Grace Fleming
Job Title: Divisional Lead for Public Sector
Team: Public Sector
Years Experience: 10+
Having joined MCS Group in 2025 Grace is a results-driven Divisional Lead with over 10 years’ experience in recruitment, specialising in building and managing high-performing teams that deliver critical talent across government and public service organisations. With a strong track record of leading recruiters across multiple disciplines, Grace oversees end-to-end recruitment strategies that support local authorities, central government departments, HSCNI organisations, and wider public sector bodies.
Name: Samantha Boles
Job Title: Senior Recruitment Consultant Public Sector
Team: Public Sector
Years Experience: 11+
With over 11 years experience in the recruitment industry, I have specialised in various sectors in my career. As a Senior Consultant within MCS Group, I work within our Public Sector team.
Name: Meghan Hamilton
Job Title: Senior Recruitment Consultant - Public Sector Contracts
Team: Public Sector
Years Experience: 4+
Meghan joined MCS Group in 2023 as an Associate Recruitment Consultant and now works as a Senior Recruitment Consultant specialising in Public Sector and Charity recruitment. In her role, she partners with a wide range of organisations and candidates, supporting hiring across corporate services functions.
Grace Fleming
Divisional Lead for Public Sector
Samantha Boles
Senior Recruitment Consultant Public Sector
Meghan Hamilton
Senior Recruitment Consultant - Public Sector Contracts