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Barden is thrilled to be partnering with our client, a leading Biopharmaceutical company, as they expand their Irish and European operations. They are now seeking a Quality Assurance Lead, to play a key role in this pivotal phase of growth.

As Quality Assurance Lead for Europe, you will play a key role in shaping the future of their Irish and European operations. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic oversight with hands-on execution.

If you are looking for a chance to a make real, lasting impact and help shape a company’s growth story, this role offers exactly that.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

What You will Do:

• Lead the deployment and validation of Veeva eQMS for document control, deviation, CAPA, and change control management.
• Author and manage Quality Manuals, SOPs, and governance policies to ensure traceability, scalability, and operational efficiency.
• Administer the QMS post-implementation, driving continuous improvement and process harmonization across product categories and global interfaces.
• Design, implement, and maintain a fit-for-purpose PQS that supports MAH and WDA obligations, aligned with EU GMP, GDP, and ICH Q10 principles.
• Act as a primary QA contact with HPRA, MHRA, and other competent authorities during inspections, audits, and regulatory interactions.
• Ensure all aspects of product release, distribution, and market quality align with regulatory commitments and approved dossiers.
• Establish and maintain the supplier quality management system, including qualification, audits, ongoing monitoring, and periodic performance reviews.
• Oversee contract manufacturing organisations (CMOs), contract testing laboratories, and quality-relevant service providers to ensure adherence to technical agreements
• Oversee product lifecycle quality, including batch documentation review, complaint management, Product Quality Reviews (PQRs), and trending.
• Lead or support root cause investigations, risk assessments, and CAPA implementation.
• Collaborate with Regulatory Affairs and Pharmacovigilance to ensure post-market quality alignment across labelling, variations, and product changes.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• 10+ years of experience in Quality Assurance or compliance, ideally within a MAH, CMO oversight, or pharmaceutical distribution setting.
• Bachelor’s degree: Ideally in Chemistry, Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related life science; advanced degrees are a plus.
• Experience with Veeva, Trackwise, MasterControl, or similar systems.
• Proven track record in designing, implementing, or modernizing Quality Management Systems (QMS/PQS) fully compliant with GMP and GDP standards.
• Hands-on experience managing regulatory inspections and audits (HPRA, MHRA, EMA, FDA).
• Supplier qualification, vendor management, and oversight of external manufacturing partners.

Barden has been retained by our global specialty chemicals client to support them on appointing a Commercial Director for Ireland.

This is a key Senior Commercial Leadership appointment as the organisation establishes a long-term presence in Ireland to support the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector. The business is part of an international group with operations throughout Europe and Asia, which are now entering an exciting phase of European expansion and market development.

The Opportunity

Reporting into senior leadership, the Commercial Director will take ownership of Irish market entry and long-term commercial development.

This is a high-impact, market-facing role responsible for building early-stage relationships across pharmaceutical manufacturers, CDMOs/CMOs, and specialty chemical distributors, before developing deeper, higher-value partnerships in CDMO and custom synthesis over time.

The role combines commercial strategy, technical engagement, and market development, and would suit a leader who enjoys building markets from the ground up while working closely with global technical and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the commercial strategy for Ireland
• Build relationships across pharma manufacturers, CDMOs/CMOs, and specialty chemical distributors
• Lead market entry via specialty chemicals and intermediates to establish trust and credibility
• Progress accounts into CDMO and custom synthesis opportunities over time
• Act as the commercial and technical interface with customers
• Provide market insight on pricing, regulation, and supply chain trends
• Work closely with global technical, supply chain, and compliance teams
• Represent the business at customer meetings and industry events
• Support the development of future local capability as the market expands

About You

• 10+ years’ experience in business development, technical sales, or commercial leadership within chemicals, pharma, CDMO, or related industries
• Strong technical background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field preferred
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships in complex technical B2B environments
• Strong commercial acumen with both strategic and hands-on capability
• Entrepreneurial mindset with experience operating in growth or build-out environments
• Strong communicator with ability to translate technical capability into commercial value

Barden has been retained by our global specialty chemicals client to support them on appointing a Commercial Director for Ireland.

This is a key Senior Commercial Leadership appointment as the organisation establishes a long-term presence in Ireland to support the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector. The business is part of an international group with operations throughout Europe and Asia, which are now entering an exciting phase of European expansion and market development.

The Opportunity

Reporting into senior leadership, the Commercial Director will take ownership of Irish market entry and long-term commercial development.

This is a high-impact, market-facing role responsible for building early-stage relationships across pharmaceutical manufacturers, CDMOs/CMOs, and specialty chemical distributors, before developing deeper, higher-value partnerships in CDMO and custom synthesis over time.

The role combines commercial strategy, technical engagement, and market development, and would suit a leader who enjoys building markets from the ground up while working closely with global technical and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the commercial strategy for Ireland
• Build relationships across pharma manufacturers, CDMOs/CMOs, and specialty chemical distributors
• Lead market entry via specialty chemicals and intermediates to establish trust and credibility
• Progress accounts into CDMO and custom synthesis opportunities over time
• Act as the commercial and technical interface with customers
• Provide market insight on pricing, regulation, and supply chain trends
• Work closely with global technical, supply chain, and compliance teams
• Represent the business at customer meetings and industry events
• Support the development of future local capability as the market expands

About You

• 10+ years’ experience in business development, technical sales, or commercial leadership within chemicals, pharma, CDMO, or related industries
• Strong technical background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field preferred
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships in complex technical B2B environments
• Strong commercial acumen with both strategic and hands-on capability
• Entrepreneurial mindset with experience operating in growth or build-out environments
• Strong communicator with ability to translate technical capability into commercial value

We’re working with a well-established Cork business, based in Little Island, who are adding a new Administrator to their team. This is a permanent role with flexible start times, and the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility alongside a team of six administrators working closely with colleagues across sales, accounts, purchasing and dispatch.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Be a point of contact for customers, handling queries around products, orders and deliveries
• Process orders, investigate shortages or claims, and review “on hold” sales orders
• Support Sales Representatives with admin tasks and account management
• Help with monthly reporting and product information requests
• Provide support to Dispatch and Purchasing as needed
• Share valuable customer feedback with the wider team
• Keep on top of general office admin

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• Previous experience in administration, sales support or customer service
• Confident with MS Office (Excel in particular)
• Organised, adaptable, and a strong team player

This is a varied administration role where you’ll work closely with colleagues across different teams and play an important part in supporting the wider business.

Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

We’re currently seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join a growing Group Finance function within a successful multi-entity organisation known for its collaborative and supportive culture.

Reporting directly to the Group CFO, this is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a busy and varied finance role with broad exposure across multiple companies and business operations, while working as part of a close-knit and down-to-earth team.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration across the group, ensuring accurate financial records, reconciliations, and transactional processing.

• Managing accounts payable and supplier payments
• Maintaining general ledger transactions and bank reconciliations
• Processing invoices, expenses, and payroll journals
• Performing debtor and creditor reconciliations
• Supporting month-end activities including accruals and prepayments
• Maintaining accurate sales and purchase ledgers
• Assisting with management reporting and financial data preparation
• Working extensively with Xero across multiple entities
• Supporting ongoing finance process improvements

ABOUT THE PERSON:

• An ATI qualification (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years’ experience in a bookkeeping or accounts role
• Experience working in a multi-entity or high-volume finance environment
• Strong Excel and reconciliation skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

WHY THIS ROLE?

• A varied and long-term opportunity within a growing organisation
• A genuinely supportive and friendly team culture
• Broad exposure across a diverse group structure
• Direct access to and support from the Group CFO
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Strong stability and opportunity for growth

We’re looking for a commercially minded finance professional to join a high-performing Finance team supporting international operations across multiple entities.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance environment where transformation, innovation, and process excellence are genuinely valued, offering strong exposure to global stakeholders and projects

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As Contract Management Senior Analyst, you’ll act as a Subject Matter Expert responsible for the end-to-end management of rebate and commission processes. You’ll manage a portfolio of entities/business units, ensuring:

• Accurate setup and management of rebate and commission agreements
• Integrity of accruals and financial reporting
• Timely and compliant settlements and payments
• Strong process controls and governance
• Continuous improvement and standardisation across processes

You’ll also partner closely with Finance and Sales teams globally to ensure commercial agreements are accurately reflected within systems and aligned to company policies and controls

ABOUT THE PERSON

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (or equivalent)
• At least 3-4 years’ experience within Finance or Accounting
• Experience managing rebate or commission processes an advantage
• Strong systems experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• A proactive mindset with a focus on ownership and continuous improvement

ROLE: Senior Project Manager

LOCATION: Dublin, Hybrid

Our Client is currently building out their PMO function and as part of this expansion they are looking to hire a Senior Project Manager. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for leading and coordinating a portfolio of transformation projects across the wider business. This role requires a leader capable of strategic oversight while embedding structure, pace, discipline & rigour across multiple programmes and workstreams.

This position is offered as an initial 6–9 month fixed‑term contract, with a view to permanency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership, structure & project governance across multiple transformation programmes.
• Oversee delivery of a large‑scale operations‑focused projects, ensuring milestones, dependencies and budgets are tightly managed.
• Establish and embed programme governance, including RAID management, delivery controls and reporting frameworks.
• Develop, maintain and present high‑quality executive‑level decks for senior stakeholders.
• The role will engage a broad network of stakeholders, including external advisory partners, and is responsible for ensuring all parties deliver in line with programme objectives, timelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Engage with senior leaders across operations, HR, legal, technology and finance to ensure alignment and accountability.
• Support the design and evolution of a new PMO and associated operating model.
• Identify, assess and mitigate programme risks and issues, escalating as appropriate.
• Ensure disciplined planning, clear prioritisation and effective resource allocation across programmes.
• Provide clarity, structure and delivery assurance in a maturing transformation environment.

ABOUT THE PERSON:

They will be a strategic Senior Project Manager capable of working across multiple complex environments, operating confidently with C‑Suite stakeholders while retaining the ability to dive into detail when required.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Proven experience delivering large‑scale operational or infrastructure‑led programmes with significant budgets.
• Strong governance, planning, reporting and programme control capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly in preparing executive‑level presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, challenge and align senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised, structured and resilient, with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a highly governed, high‑visibility environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple programmes simultaneously.
• Must be available for hybrid working 3 days on site.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Min of +10 to 15 years’ programme management or transformation leadership experience.
• Track record delivering complex, multi‑workstream programmes.
• Experience operating in regulated, high‑governance or large operational environments is an advantage.
• Strong familiarity with PMO standards, methodologies and delivery frameworks.
• Experience working with executive committees and senior governance groups.

Barden are delighted to be partnering with a leading global technology company to recruit a Receptionist for their Dublin office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative workplace team in a people-facing role where no two days are the same. You’ll play a key part in creating a welcoming, seamless, and high-quality office experience within a fast-paced international environment.

Location: Dublin City Centre

Type: Full-time | Contract | On-site

The Opportunity

In this role, you will:

• Be the first point of contact for employees, visitors, and vendors, delivering a professional front-of-house experience
• Manage reception operations including visitor sign-ins, deliveries, access requests, and general office coordination
• Support the smooth day-to-day running of the workplace, ensuring the office is maintained to a high standard
• Assist with internal events, meeting set-ups, and workplace logistics
• Work closely with the Workplace Manager to help create a positive employee experience

About You

• Experience in front-of-house, hospitality, workplace, office support, or customer service
• Friendly, organised, and proactive with strong communication skills
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A hands-on team player who enjoys creating a positive workplace atmosphere

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a people-focused role and wants to join a modern, dynamic, and highly collaborative workplace environment.

For more information, please contact Sarah Griffin (sarah.griffin@barden.ie) or apply via the link below.

• If you are a commercial or revenue leader looking to step away from a traditional corporate structure into something more hands-on and high impact, then we should talk.
• If you’ve built your career in structured environments but are now motivated by ownership, autonomy, and visibility of impact, then we should talk.
• If you are energised by the opportunity to pull multiple revenue streams together and build a more cohesive commercial model, then we should definitely talk.