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The Future of Retained Search in an AI-Driven World AI is reshaping how organisations discover, assess, and select leadership talent, and with that shift, the expectations placed on executive search partners are changing too. Today’s clients want more than a shortlist. They want insight, transparency and a genuine strategic partner. In our latest blog, Martin Bate - Assoc CIPD explores how executive search is evolving and why Orion Group’s hybrid retained model, PartnerPlus, is built for this new reality. We look at: • How AI is transforming research, market mapping and leadership assessment • Why human judgement, empathy and contextual understanding remain essential • How transparency, fairness and collaboration have become core client expectations • What defines future-ready search partners in a fast-changing leadership landscape • Why PartnerPlus delivers the balance of digital precision and human insight that modern organisations need As AI becomes embedded across every industry, one truth remains; great leadership is still about people. PartnerPlus ensures that while our tools evolve, our commitment to purposeful, human-centred search does not. Read the full blog to discover how PartnerPlus is shaping the future of retained search and how it can support your next leadership appointment: 👉 https://lnkd.in/epfSYw_R #ExecutiveSearch #LeadershipHiring #AIRecruitment #PartnerPlus #RetainedSearch #OrionGroup

Orion Group Life Sciences – New Contract Opportunities Across Ireland We’re supporting several leading pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical clients with key hires across Carlow, Sligo and Dundalk. If you're looking to take the next step in your Life Sciences career, these roles offer the chance to support cutting-edge facilities, major expansion projects, and the introduction of new therapies. 🔹 Digitalization & Audio-Visual Engineer – Carlow Lead digital engineering initiatives, enhance AV systems, and help shape a high-performing, tech-forward facility. 👉 https://lnkd.in/ec6xwvNA 🔹 Single Use Process Scientist – Sligo Support NPIs, troubleshoot single-use technologies, analyse process performance, and contribute to future product pipelines. 👉https://lnkd.in/eX2N7gtB 🔹 Project Engineer – Dundalk Play a central role in commissioning and qualifying a major new biopharma facility, coordinating cross-functional delivery and system readiness. 👉https://lnkd.in/evnTggSa 🔹 DP Process Engineer (NPI) – Sligo Drive new product introductions through process development, tech transfer, data analysis and operational support. 👉https://lnkd.in/ewT2Et5A If you’re ambitious, motivated, and ready for a fresh challenge within Ireland’s rapidly expanding biopharma sector, we’d love to hear from you. #LifeSciences #PharmaceuticalJobs #Biopharma #EngineeringJobs

Today is National Day in Oman - which celebrates the date of the founding of the Al Bu Said dynasty in the Sultanate. Wishing a heartfelt Happy Oman National Day to our wonderful team, valued clients, and exceptional candidates! From all of us at Orion Group, we’re honored to support your journeys and celebrate together in the spirit of collaboration and opportunity. #Celebrate #OmanNationalDay #SultanateOman #OrionGroup

WORLD CUP FEVER STARTS NOW! ⚽🏆 Scotland — you’ve only gone and done it! A brilliant achievement and fully deserved. As a business founded in Scotland and now supporting clients and candidates across the UK, US and Canada, the Orion team is buzzing. From our offices in Inverness, Aberdeen and Dunfermline all the way to Houston and Dubai, the excitement is definitely building! And to all the UK home nations (and Ireland) gearing up for the playoffs - Good luck! (Except England… who are already through and barely broke a sweat in their group. Must be nice. 😇) Bring on the drama, the late goals and the sudden belief that “2026 might actually be our year.” Let the fun begin! #WorldCup #Scotland #HomeNations #Football #OrionGroup

We are thrilled Jon Miles is attending the forthcoming EIC Connect UK & Ireland 2025 event on Wednesday 19 November and Thursday 20 November 2025 in Manchester. The prestigious EIC Connect event is dedicated to fostering and nurturing business partnerships and supporting its members to expand their customer base. Jon is looking to engage, discuss and support projects across the entire energy spectrum within the UK. If you are attending and wish to discuss any aspects of staffing for your next project, please reach out and get in touch with Jon, he would love to hear from you! jon.miles@orioneng.com #EICConnect #EICEvents #EnergyTransition #CleanEnergy #EnergyInnovation #EnergyProjects #oriongroup

🌍 Oil & Gas Is Global — But Visas Still Matter The energy industry may be one of the most international sectors in the world, but even the best opportunities abroad start with one essential step: securing the right visa. In 2025, Qatar, the UAE and the United States remain the top destinations for oil and gas professionals; each offering huge project opportunities, but each with its own visa requirements, timelines and challenges. Our latest guide breaks down: 🔹 How work visas actually work in Qatar, the UAE and the US 🔹 Why employer sponsorship is essential 🔹 What documents candidates need 🔹 Common delays and pitfalls 🔹 How Orion supports mobilisation once your visa is approved From Qatar’s world-scale LNG expansion, to the UAE’s booming energy projects, to the US market’s high demand (and high visa hurdles) — understanding the process is the first step to landing your next international assignment. At Orion, we don’t arrange visas directly, however once sponsorship is secured, our mobilisation team manages everything that follows: medicals, compliance, travel, onboarding and more. Because getting you on site safely, legally and on time is what keeps projects moving. If you’re planning an international career move in 2025, this guide is a must-read. 👉 Read the full blog here and prepare for your next global opportunity: https://lnkd.in/dz8Hf6sU #OilAndGasCareers #InternationalMobility #VisaGuidance #QatarJobs #UAEJobs #USJobs

If you’re a bilingual (Arabic/English) project leader with a passion for transforming data into meaningful business outcomes, this opportunity in Doha, Qatar could be your next big move. Alecz Palas, CHRM®,CHRP® is looking for a seasoned Project Manager who can take charge of large-scale data, analytics, BI, and AI initiatives—programs that span multiple years, involve complex workstreams, and demand absolute clarity in execution. In this role, you’ll own the full delivery lifecycle: shaping scope, driving governance, managing risks, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring every release lands on time, on budget, and at the highest standard of quality. You’ll be the central force connecting stakeholders, vendors, data engineers, product owners, analysts, and data scientists—ensuring everyone is aligned from requirements and ingestion all the way through to modeling, pipelines, and polished visualizations. You’ll take responsibility for a tight product backlog, smooth Agile delivery, structured reporting, and a customer experience that stands out for all the right reasons. To thrive here, you’ll bring a strong track record in cloud-based analytics and modern data platforms, hands-on experience in data modelling and visualisation, and time spent delivering full end-to-end data projects as a PM—ideally within a major system integrator or consultancy. PMP and/or Scrum Master certification is essential, as is impeccable communication and stakeholder presence. If this sounds like the challenge you’ve been looking for, get in touch today or apply directly — we’d love to tell you more about the opportunity. 👉Apply HERE: https://lnkd.in/eh3RTZXB #ProjectManagement #DataAnalytics #BusinessIntelligence #AIProjects #DohaJobs #OrionGroup

Are you ready to be a Research Scientist? Read our new blog to unlock the secrets to a thriving research scientist career in biotech, healthcare, and beyond. Whether you’re just starting out or planning your next move, this guide is packed with insights for every stage of your journey. Key lessons from the blog: 🔸 Learn what research scientists do day-to-day and which fields are hiring in 2025. 🔸Explore qualifications and certifications essential for landing research scientist roles 🔸Find career paths from lab technician to principal investigator 🔸Discover emerging research areas like genetic engineering, microbiome science, and AI-powered biotech. 🔸See how to transfer into life sciences from other industries Start reading now: https://lnkd.in/eGSFd73Q #LifeScience #ResearchScientist #LifeScienceJobs #LifeScienceRecruitment #OrionGroup

Alecz Palas, CHRM®,CHRP® is looking for an accomplished Regional Project Manager to take the lead on major technical investment projects across the MEIA region. Based in our clients Dubai regional office, you’ll be at the centre of ambitious engineering developments that drive growth and innovation across multiple countries, including Ethiopia. This is a role for someone who thrives on complexity; coordinating cross-functional teams, managing contractors, and ensuring every project phase is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality. You’ll work closely with regional and global stakeholders, turning strategic plans into real-world results while keeping HSE and risk management at the forefront of every decision. We’re seeking an engineering professional with a degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering and at least eight years of experience managing large-scale projects within the manufacturing sector. You’ll bring a blend of technical insight, commercial awareness, and the communication skills to align diverse teams behind shared goals. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career; leading complex, meaningful projects with a global organisation that values precision, accountability, and progress, we’d love to hear from you. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/ehJNHMpu #ProjectManagement #Engineering #Manufacturing #DubaiJobs

Welcome to the Team, Nathan! 🎉 We’re delighted to welcome Nathan Pardoe to Orion Group, joining our Construction Department in the Manchester Office. Nathan brings a wealth of experience in Trades and Labour recruitment within the construction industry. With strong skills in industry knowledge, communication, relationship building, business development, and account management, he’ll be focused on connecting skilled trades professionals with major construction projects across the UK. We’re excited to have you on board, Nathan, and look forward to seeing the great impact you’ll make within the team! #Welcome #Recruitment #Construction #TradesAndLabour