9 Apr 2026
Director of Senior Public Service IPA
The Institute of Public Administration (IPA) is seeking a Director of Senior Public Service.
Recruitment
We are one of the leading providers of recruitment and executive search services for public sector organisations, higher education institutions, C-Suite, senior leadership and technical positions in Ireland.
Our unrivalled knowledge and experience in attracting candidates across a wide range of sectors and backgrounds, combined with our expertise in managing robust and transparent search campaigns, ensures that candidates of the highest calibre are sourced and identified. This rigorous approach protects your organisation from any subsequent challenge or risk, while delivering appointments that add genuine long‑term value at Board level.
We also specialise in Independent Non‑Executive Director (INED) and Board recruitment, supporting organisations in securing experienced, high‑impact leaders who strengthen governance, oversight and strategic direction.
Documents
15 Apr 2026
High performing teams
Across elite sport, world-class orchestras and high-performing businesses, sustained success is shaped by shared principles: trust, clarity of purpose, disciplined practice, resilience under pressure and a culture that supports continuous learning.
27 Mar 2026
Fire authority planning
Fire authorities across Ireland are navigating rapid demographic change, evolving housing patterns and increasingly complex climate challenges.
26 Mar 2026
Local government and building communities
Delivering clarity, compliance and stronger community outcomes
Contact
Sonya Boyce Director, People Consulting - Dublin
Graham Love Partner, Consulting - Dublin
Dera McLoughlin Partner, Head of Consulting - Dublin
People consulting
Business in Ireland today face enormous pressures and challenges, requiring flexibility and agility in how organisations are structured, how people work and how we lead.
INED & Board search services
Strengthening Boards through independent, governance‑led search
Change management
Creating lasting success through leadership
Organisational design
Creating the foundation for your people to deliver at their best
Gender pay gap audit & reporting
The Gender Pay Gap Information Act, 2021 was signed into Irish law on July 13th, 2021.
Management consulting
Achieve outstanding results for your business.
Risk consulting
Tailored solutions for assurance and value creation in a changing world.
Business continuity planning
Helping organisations prepare for and respond to business disruptions
Business function strategy & excellence
An integrated approach that unlocks hidden potential. Business leaders must take difficult decisions as new challenges quickly arise, while also keeping their strategic goals in focus.