News + Insights

​At the start of January we held a half day strategy session to set out the key priorities for Mason Alexander for the year head. The three key priorities we set out were:1. DataBecoming a data centric organisation to drive everything that we do while ensuring individualisation.2. CollaborationAs we set about to grow and expand – ensuring that we communicate as a team to con...

​In the latest edition of our Tech Corner, Lauren Grendon, Director of Blockchain Engineering at MasterCard Labs sits down with MA Senior Principal Consultant Brendan Hennessy to discuss what MasterCard Labs are working on at the moment, his opinion on the Cloud Wards and what advice he would give to those who want to build high performing teams. Check out what they discusse...

​Mason Alexander is thrilled to be sponsoring Leaders in Tech. Wednesday night’s launch event was a real success with a diverse group of tech, and tech-focused, professionals. The group was treated to insights and discussions about Agile Tech Leadership and Cloud Wars by Fin Goulding and Eoghan Nolan, respectively, which gave a peek into what we can expect from future events...

​Mason Alexander’s Tech Growth and Digital Practice have compiled the latest insights and trends to bring you the latest update on the market!Key Trend:Fit within an organisation’s is vital. This can be anything from personality through to motivations and interests. Over the years, there’s been a definitive change in hiring priorities, and culture over experience is one that...

​Mason Alexander were delighted to host the latest Leadership Lunch Series last Thursday. Associate Director Susan Dwyer brought together 10 strong thought leaders to discuss finance, technology and people. The discussion centred around how the finance function is changing and the part that technology has to play.Automation and where it’s taking usThe Leadership Lunch began ...

​Never underestimate the power of a strong network. Regularly working on improving your network can increase your visibility, encourage business growth and help make valuable connections. As Mason Alexander’s James Bowles said:“Don’t wait to build your network – it is something you should include in your daily, weekly and monthly planning. You could find that when you really...

​We caught up with MA Principal Consultant Sean Martin to find out a bit more about his background, what his market is like at the moment, and what advice he would give to job searchers! How did you get into recruitment?I realised, while working for a financial services company, that I didn’t like working in a job that involved sitting at a desk for 8 hours a day. I had a fr...

​I was delighted to be invited by the Mid-West PM forum to join the panel at their most recent event. The event was centred on “The Future Project Manager” and was hosted by the Kemmy Business School at the University of LimerickI was joined on the panel by Director at Casseo; Elizabeth Doyle and Dr.John Lannon of UL on the invitation of Ross Redmond, Mike Lynch and Joe Hick...

​Working in recruitment, I speak to opportunity seekers every day, people who want more than what they currently have.These individuals are not necessarily unhappy in their roles, rather they are open to improvement, open to something that will improve their quality of life. The key thing I have learnt, is that everyone is motivated by different things.When I first started w...

​Are you a newly qualified accountant who is making their next move? Read our latest NQ Q&A with Eoin Quinn who talked to us about his background, experience and the lessons he has learned along the way! Where did you train? EY How was the experience in exploring the industry market coming to the end of your contract? It can be confusing at times, unless you have a stron...

​As part of Ireland’s National Workplace Wellbeing Day, we decided to share our top tips for health & wellbeing in your business.The priority of health and wellness in a business is vital for both the wellbeing of your employees and the productivity of your business. Corporate wellness programmes are a win-win situation for employee and employer as employees are happier ...

​For hundreds of trainee Chartered Accountants across the country, April marks a significant milestone in their careers – the end of their 3.5 year training contract. On completion, while many will stay on with their training firm and continue their career in practice, many more will be looking to take that step into business. We’ve taken a look at the market, both ACCA and ...

​We caught up with Associate Director and Head of Banking and Financial Services in Mason Alexander, Eoin Connolly, to discuss his background, the Dublin job market and how Brexit has effected it.Hi Eoin, first off, how did you get into recruitment?I was interviewing with a recruitment company for a sales role when they suggested joining the team. What do you do at MA?I head...

​Mason Alexander are delighted to announce that Industrial 3D printer manufacturer Markforged will be opening it’s European headquarters in Dublin. This move will create 100 new jobs over the next three years.Mason Alexander have partnered with the Boston-based company to assist with it’s EMEA expansion plans and their vision to transform the manufacturing industry and how t...

​As more Newly Qualified Accountants make the next step in their career, we caught up with Analyst, Tom Kiely, who explained to us that in order to figure out what you want, you have to dig a little deeper. Where did you train?Audit, Tax and Renewable Energy departments in Grant Thornton, Dublin How was the experience in exploring the industry market coming to the end of you...

​MA Tech are on a mission to become the most highly valued and respected partner to our customers globally for key hiring and strategic projects. Delivering game changing hires and solutions for the best companies in the world. Managing Partner and Head of Technology Steve Bell commented:“I am delighted to announce that Harvina Tang and Mark Kelly have recently joined the bu...

​Brexit is a complete mess at the moment and as it feels like the politicians don’t seem to know what’s going on, I’m not going to try and attempt to make any conclusions. However, there is a lot of talk about how this will impact Ireland and the pro’s and con’s that will come with whatever Brexit looks like. Being the ultimate optimist, I wanted to share a few facts on fina...

​Carrying on in our Newly Qualified Accountants Transition to Industry Series, we sat down with Group Financial Accountant for Ardagh Group, Paul Raftery to hear about his background and career.Where did you train?I completed a three year training contract in the consumer, technology and business department with Deloitte in their Dublin office.How was the experience in explo...

​As the tech team grows to 7 people, we caught up with Senior Principal Consultant Brendan to talk tech, ten year challenges and trends in the market.How did you get into recruitment?Through a friend who recommended it when I returned from travelling.What do you do at MA?My responsibility is to build out our Software Engineer Practice here where we work as a strategic partne...

​Are you coming out of contract soon? All the stats are out there about the competitive nature of the market for those who are recently qualified but getting a first hand account of what the process is really like is the most important aspect of all. To share this knowledge MA have compiled interviews with accountants who have made that move recently. Over the next few weeks...