Jack Owens
Dublin,
Summary
Results-driven Senior Recruitment Consultant with a legal background and a proven track record in 360 recruitment for the Irish construction industry. Rapid career progression, strong business development, and a consultative approach to recruitment. Experienced in working with clients across Tier 1 contractors and subcontractors, and placing professionals from junior to senior levels. Known for relationship-building, negotiation, and high-performance delivery.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Global Professional Consultants
02.2024 - Current
- Promoted from Associate to Senior Consultant within 16 months, specializing in 360 recruitment in Irish construction.
- Understand client hiring needs, and provide tailored recruitment solutions.
- Built long-term relationships with hiring managers, company directors, and owners.
- Negotiated commercial terms with new clients and exceeded targets: €190K billed in Year 1, and €210K YTD in 2025. On track to bill €350K–€400K by year-end.
- Won Best Newcomer award and delivered the highest billing month in company history (€77,500).
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the construction industry.
- Partnered with Tier 1 main contractors and subcontractors across civil engineering projects.
- Added 14 new clients in year one through proactive business development.
- Full-cycle recruitment with a candidate-first, consultative approach.
- Understand client hiring needs and provide tailored recruitment solutions.
- Source candidates through job boards, networking, social media, and industry contacts.
- Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and assess candidate suitability for construction roles.
- Stay updated on trends, salary benchmarks, and demand within the construction sector.
Legal Intern
Hayes Solicitors LLP
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Interned in the Banking and Finance department, supporting property and asset transactions.
- Maintained high standards in client communication and documentation.
- Worked as part of a team of four solicitors and partner.
- Strengthened organisational skills and gained fluency with corporate IT systems.
Legal Intern
Midland Legal Solicitors
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Worked in the Criminal Law department; reviewed evidence and attended pre-trial meetings.
- Accompanied legal team to Central Criminal Court for trials.
- Developed understanding of court procedures and client care in criminal practice.
Public Relations Officer
NUIG Free Legal Aid Society
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed social media, scheduling, and client communications for student-run FLAC clinics.
- Organised guest speaker events and cultivated relationships with legal professionals.
- Contributed to the society winning Most Improved Society at the NUIG Awards 2021.
Education
Bachelor of Law (LL.B) -
National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG)
Galway, IrelandSkills
- 360 Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Business Development & Client Management
- Candidate sourcing and screening
- Contract Negotiation
- Client relationship management
- Business development
- Organisation & Multi-tasking
- Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Accomplishments
- Best Newcomer Award, Global Professional Consultants, 2024
- Most Improved Society, NUIG Society Awards, 2021
- Captain, Emo Celtic F.C., multiple seasons
- Member, Laois Senior Football Panel, 2020-2021
- Member, Laois U20 Football Panel, 2019
- Captain, St. Paul's Minor Championship Team, 2017-2018
- 6 Appearances, Ireland U15 International Soccer Team, Not Provided
- Mountrath School Soccer Player of the Year, 2016-2017
- 8 GAA Championship Medals, Not Provided
- Laois Minor Footballer, 2017
References
Available on request.
Timeline
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Global Professional Consultants
02.2024 - Current
Legal Intern
Hayes Solicitors LLP
04.2023 - 10.2023
Legal Intern
Midland Legal Solicitors
01.2022 - 04.2022
Public Relations Officer
NUIG Free Legal Aid Society
09.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Law (LL.B) -
National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG)
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