Evan O’Connor
Monaleen,Co Limerick
Summary
Organised and proactive professional with strong communication and organisational skills gained across HR, operations and analytical roles. Team-oriented with a strong passion for football and experience supporting club and community sport environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Early Careers Specialist
H&MV Engineering
London/ Manchester, United Kingdom
10.2022 - 02.2026
- Led the development and implementation of the Early Careers strategy within a fast-growing engineering and construction business.
- Built the graduate programme from scratch, creating structured pipelines to support organisational growth.
- Developed strategic partnerships with leading universities across the UK to attract emerging technical talent.
- Represented the business at careers fairs, university events, and industry forums, strengthening employer brand visibility.
- Partnered with engineering, construction, and project leadership to identify skills gaps and align hiring strategies with future workforce needs.
- Delivered end-to-end recruitment for early-career and experienced technical hires, including sourcing, interviews, assessments, and onboarding.
- Implemented direct sourcing and talent pipelining strategies, including market mapping and proactive outreach in competitive engineering markets.
- Led early-career development initiatives, including graduate training days, onboarding programmes, and engagement activities to support retention and development.
Supply Chain Analyst
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision
Limerick
01.2020 - 09.2022
- Analysed supply chain and operational data to support forecasting, inventory planning and demand management across key product lines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including procurement, logistics and production to improve supply chain efficiency and resolve operational challenges.
- Monitored inventory levels, order fulfilment and supply performance, identifying trends and recommending improvements to optimise stock availability.
- Developed and maintained data reports and dashboards to support decision-making and improve visibility across supply chain operations.
- Contributed to process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and supporting business performance.
Data Coding Agent
STATS Perform
Limerick
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Analysed live and recorded football matches, coding detailed in-game events and performance data to support professional sports analytics and broadcast insights.
- Worked within a fast-paced team environment, collaborating with colleagues to ensure accuracy, consistency and real-time delivery of match data.
- Developed strong attention to detail, communication and analytical skills while operating within strict timelines during live sporting events.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
University of Limerick
08.2021 - 08.2022
Business Studies - Human Resource Management
University of Limerick
09.2017 - 05.2021
Skills
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Organisation & Time Management
- Administrative & Operational Support
- Multi-tasking & Prioritisation
- Attention to Detail & Record Management
- Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Inventory & Process Coordination
- Self-Motivation & Initiative
Achievements & Interests
- Professional & University Football – Played professionally for FC Carolina United (USA) and competed at university level through a soccer scholarship.
- Elite Youth Football – Former playing member of Limerick FC U19 team in the League of Ireland and represented Limerick at underage Gaelic football level.
- Leadership & Committee Experience – Former Treasurer and committee member of the UL Soccer Team, supporting club organisation and activities.
- Coaching & Community Involvement – Previous volunteer coach at local football club and summer soccer camps.
- Volunteering & Community Engagement – Recipient of the UL President’s Volunteer Award; former member of the H&MV Engineering Community Engagement Team.
Referees
Available on request.
Timeline
Early Careers Specialist
H&MV Engineering
10.2022 - 02.2026
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
University of Limerick
08.2021 - 08.2022
Supply Chain Analyst
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision
01.2020 - 09.2022
Data Coding Agent
STATS Perform
05.2018 - 03.2020
Business Studies - Human Resource Management
University of Limerick
09.2017 - 05.2021