Careers at NICS

Gary is the Senior Operations Manager leading JDR’s expansion into Northern Ireland. With over 8 years of experience across EMEA and local markets, he specialises in both niche Life Sciences recruitment and high-volume FMCG solutions. Gary is a consultative leader who focuses on building high-performing teams and sustainable recruitment strategies. By prioritising clear communication and deep market insight, he ensures JDR delivers quality talent and builds lasting, trust-based partnerships across the region.

Robert is a Senior Operations Manager at JDR, responsible for establishing and scaling our Northern Ireland and ROI operations. With over 20 years of experience in agency leadership and global delivery, he specialises in creating sustainable recruitment functions across FMCG, Manufacturing, MedTech, and Professional Services. Robert’s approach combines commercial focus with a deep commitment to empathy and collaboration, ensuring that JDR delivers high-quality, people-centric recruitment solutions that help businesses and professionals thrive long-term.

With 25 years in recruitment and 20 years in strategic leadership, Ria brings a wealth of experience to JDR. She leads with a unique blend of strategic vision and a hands-on approach, driving business growth and client success.

Ria is passionate about building long-term partnerships grounded in honesty and transparency.

She works closely with clients to understand their culture and deliver effective workforce solutions, placing the right people in roles across Call & Contact Centre, Professional & Office Services, Warehouse, Manufacturing & Production, and Driving & Logistics.

With over 25 years of recruitment experience, our Managing Director brings a wealth of expertise across temporary and permanent recruitment, with a strong focus on growth, innovation and putting people first.

At JDR, his focus is on creating opportunities candidates can trust, delivering a positive recruitment experience and using technology alongside a personal approach to make recruitment better for everyone.

Eszter brings 13 years of payroll experience, managing temporary and permanent payroll with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.

As Payroll Manager, she oversees payroll and invoicing across the business, helping ensure candidates are paid accurately and on time.

Emma brings 17 years of recruitment experience, with expertise in compliance, operational leadership and service delivery. She is committed to ensuring candidates have a safe, fair and professional experience from first contact through to placement. Her focus on compliance and continuous improvement helps us create opportunities candidates can trust and support long-term career success.

Shanine brings 9 years of recruitment marketing experience, with a focus on candidate attraction, brand awareness and engagement.

At JDR, she leads marketing and employer brand activity, helping candidates connect with the business through clear, engaging content, campaigns and events.

Katie brings 17 years of experience across recruitment and HR, with expertise spanning a range of sectors including retail, financial services and logistics.

As HR Director, she helps shape our people strategy and create a positive, inclusive workplace. Her focus on supporting and developing our teams helps ensure candidates and colleagues receive the best possible experience.