Patrick McCloskey

Recruiter

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom10 yrs 10 mos experience

Key Highlights

Expert in CV building and personal branding.
Proven success in placing high-calibre candidates.
Strong background in both recruitment and teaching.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Recruitment and Education Specialist with a focus on people-centric roles.

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Skills

Core Skills

RecruitingTalent ManagementAdministrationTeachingCommunicationSales ManagementRetail SalesCorporate TrainingLeadershipTeam Leadership

Other Skills

Attention to DetailManagementOrganization SkillsCreativity and InnovationProblem SolvingNegotiationInterpersonal SkillsMicrosoft ExcelSourcingSystem AdministrationCustomer ServicePresentation SkillsCreativity SkillsMicrosoft OfficeClient Relations

About

I help everyday people take the leap into careers where they’re seen, supported, and truly valued. Whether you're starting fresh, changing direction, or simply ready for more, job searching can feel overwhelming. That’s where I come in. I take the stress out of the process by: ✅ Building a standout CV and personal brand for you ✅ Finding roles that align with your goals and location ✅ Presenting your talents with confidence All you need to do is trust the process, take a breath, and be ready for what’s next. Because you deserve more than just a job — you deserve a future you're proud of. Let’s get you there. Send your CV to patrick.mccloskey@mparecruitment.co.uk

Experience

Mpa recruitment

Recruitment Consultant

Mar 2025 – Present · 1 yr · On-site

MPA is a multi‑award‑winning recruitment consultancy (est. 1997), specialising in permanent, temporary, and contract placements across sectors including healthcare, public sector, and administration.
I manage my own desk of end-to-end recruitment for our public sector clients specialising in administration, placing and managing ~20 staff within my first four months.
🔧 Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
Placed and onboarded ~20 high-calibre candidates in under 4 months, ensuring smooth transitions and high satisfaction.
Implemented a streamlined vacancy and candidate tracking system.
Built strong relationships with public sector clients (e.g., Health & Social Care Trusts), securing repeat mandates and becoming a trusted partner.

LeadershipAttention to DetailcommunicationManagementOrganization SkillsAdministration+24