Public Sector

Our specialist team of 12 Public Sector recruiters are equipped with local, national and international expertise. Our team have managed 200+ public sector recruitment campaigns throughout Ireland.
Sigmar Public Sector Recruitment Division provides a wide range of recruitment solutions to our Public Sector clients. Our team is trained in the CPSA Codes of Practice and consists of qualified occupational assessors, Prince2 Project Managers and Public Sector Recruitment Specialists. Sigmar is a CPSA approved recruitment agency.
Our staff are fully trained in accordance with CPSA standards in recruitment and selection by the former head of the Public Appointments Service
First approved recruitment agency by the Commission for Public Sector Appointments
Appointed executive assessment panellist to the Public Appointments Service
Successful track record in completing some of the highest profile, most complex public sector projects
Our team includes a number of qualified psychometric assessors
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We recruit for all areas of the Irish Public Service:
Civil Service
Defence sector
Education sector
Justice sector
Health sector
Local authorities
Non-Commercial State Agencies (NCSAs)

We also offer tailored service solutions including:
Public Sector Executive Search
Contingency Recruitment Services
Panel Interviewing Specialists
Outsourced Contract Service Management
Employer Branding (including building career microsites)
On-site Recruitment Specialists
Managed Recruitment Projects
Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)
Graduate Programme Design & Execution
Assessment Centre (individual & group) design and delivery
Outsourced Payroll Management
Advertised Search
Application tracking system
Application screening and shortlisting
Psychometric Testing
Annual Salary Benchmarking (and on request)
Public Sector Hiring FAQ.
Why choose Sigmar for your public sector recruitments?
Because we combine sector expertise, knowledge of regulatory constraints, and the ability to deliver quickly. Our approach is both human, structured, and results-oriented. We act as a trusted partner for public institutions, with a clear commitment: providing the right talents, at the right time, in the right framework.
Does Sigmar have experience in public sector recruitment?
Yes, Sigmar has been working for many years with government bodies, public agencies, hospitals, local authorities, and educational institutions. We understand the specific requirements of the public sector, particularly in terms of compliance, transparency, and equal opportunities, and we address them with rigor.
What types of profiles can you recruit for the public sector?
At Sigmar Recruitment, we work closely with public sector bodies to source a wide range of talent across multiple disciplines. We have experience recruiting for both temporary and permanent roles, including:
- Administrative and Clerical Staff (e.g. executive officers, administrators, PAs)
- Finance and Accounting Professionals (e.g. accountants, finance officers, payroll specialists)
- HR and Recruitment Specialists
- IT and Digital Professionals (e.g. helpdesk, developers, project managers)
- Procurement and Supply Chain Roles
- Project and Programme Managers
- Legal, Compliance and Governance Experts
- Engineering and Technical Professionals
- Communications and Marketing Specialists
We are an approved supplier to many public sector frameworks and understand the compliance, transparency, and service level requirements involved in public appointments.
How do you ensure compliance with public procurement processes?
We have experience in regulated environments and commit to providing clear documentation, transparent follow-up, and complete traceability of each mission. Our consultants are trained in public sector governance standards.
Do you offer temporary or emergency solutions for public organisations?
Yes, we have teams dedicated to urgent and short-term needs. With our database of immediately available talents, we can quickly mobilize qualified and referenced profiles to respond to a peak in activity, an unexpected leave, or a specific skills requirement.