Business Details
26 Years
experience
Trusted Recruitment Partners Since 2000
Established in 2000, Riada Resourcing has built a reputation as a trusted recruitment partner across Northern Ireland and the UK. Our team combines over 140 years of collective recruitment experience with deep industry knowledge to deliver tailored talent solutions. We specialise in connecting businesses with skilled professionals across sectors including engineering, accountancy, manufacturing, and IT. Our commitment to understanding both client needs and candidate aspirations ensures we provide placements that drive long-term success.With a focus on quality and integrity, we support temporary, contract, and permanent recruitment requirements while maintaining strong relationships with local employers and communities. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in client testimonials praising our professionalism, market insight, and successful outcomes.
Services
Engineering Recruitment
Accountancy & Finance
Manufacturing Staffing
IT & Digital Roles
Temporary Assignments
Permanent Placements
Executive Search
Payroll Services
HR Consultancy
Job Alerts Service
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have 23 years of recruitment expertise across multiple industries
- Our team possesses 140+ years combined recruitment experience
- We maintain strong relationships with local employers and communities
- We specialise in matching skilled professionals with business needs
- We provide tailored recruitment solutions for temporary and permanent roles
What people say
Excellent knowledge
Regular updates
5 Stars service
First class process
Smooth sailing
Services
Engineering Recruitment
Specialist engineering recruitment covering electrical, mechanical, and maintenance roles. Our consultants source qualified professionals for permanent and contract positions across manufacturing and infrastructure sectors. With deep industry knowledge, we match skilled engineers with organisations requiring expertise in design, quality control, and production management.
Accountancy & Finance
Comprehensive finance recruitment solutions for accountants, controllers, and financial managers. We place qualified professionals in temporary and permanent roles across various sectors. Our team understands the specific requirements for roles ranging from bookkeeping to senior financial leadership positions.
Manufacturing Staffing
Tailored recruitment for manufacturing roles including production operatives, supervisors, and logistics personnel. We supply skilled workers for both short-term assignments and permanent positions. Our candidates meet the specific requirements of food processing, engineering, and general manufacturing industries.
IT & Digital Roles
Specialist IT recruitment covering software development, cybersecurity, and digital transformation roles. Our consultants connect technology professionals with organisations implementing cloud solutions, data analytics, and enterprise software systems. We support both contract and permanent placements across public and private sectors.
Temporary Assignments
Flexible temporary staffing solutions for immediate workforce requirements. We provide skilled workers for seasonal demand, project-based work, and unexpected absences. Our temporary placements cover warehouse operatives, administrative support, and production staff across multiple industries.
People
Frances Lundy
CEO
Co-founder of Riada Resourcing with 23 years' recruitment experience. Active community supporter and business award sponsor. Drives strategic direction while maintaining strong client relationships through industry expertise and market knowledge.
Arlene McConaghie
Managing Director
Leads team development and client relationship management. Focuses on personnel growth and service excellence. Brings strategic vision to recruitment solutions while maintaining commitment to candidate and client satisfaction through professional leadership.
Gary Thompson
Sales Director
Manages engineering recruitment division with specialist knowledge in technical placements. Builds long-term partnerships with manufacturing clients. Provides market insights and tailored staffing solutions for engineering and production roles.
Nyree Quinn
Business Manager
Oversees accountancy and finance recruitment operations. Combines sector expertise with candidate assessment skills. Develops recruitment strategies for financial roles ranging from entry-level positions to senior management appointments.
Heather Lennox
Business Manager
Manages industrial and manufacturing recruitment divisions. Specialises in temporary and permanent staffing solutions. Understands operational requirements across production, logistics, and warehouse sectors to deliver effective workforce planning.
Questions
What sectors does Riada Resourcing specialise in?
We specialise in engineering, accountancy & finance, manufacturing, IT & digital, construction, HR, transport & logistics, and sales & marketing recruitment across Northern Ireland and the UK.
How quickly can Riada fill urgent vacancies?
With 97,054 registered candidates and 237 weekly new registrations, we typically provide suitable candidates within 48 hours for most roles through our extensive talent network.
Do you offer both temporary and permanent placements?
Yes, we provide temporary assignments, contract roles, and permanent placements across all our specialisms, with flexible solutions tailored to business requirements.
What areas do you cover for recruitment services?
We operate throughout Northern Ireland and the UK mainland, with local offices in Coleraine, Ballymena, Cookstown, and Derry/Londonderry for regional support.
How does Riada ensure candidate quality?
Our rigorous screening process includes skills assessment, reference checks, and interview preparation to ensure candidates meet both technical requirements and company culture fit.
Can employers submit job vacancies directly?
Yes, employers can submit vacancies through our website or by calling 028 7032 6600. Our team will contact you within one business day to discuss requirements.
Reviews (6)
James McFadden
May 15, 2022
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Spoke to Gillian today and I couldn't be any more grateful for the opportunity, information and support she has provided for me so far. I've had unpleasant experiences with recruitment agencies in the past but Riada are the real deal, I would give 10 stars if it were an option.
Stevie Kelly
Feb 07, 2022
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Contacted Gary in coleraine about a potential vacancy. He kept me in the loop constantly and secured me an interview. Pleased to say I got the job and couldn't recommend the service highly enough. Thanks again
Violeta Samsurina
Jul 29, 2021
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Riada Resourcing helped me get a summer job. If I have some questions or difficulties I call them and they helping me straight away. Team is very friendly and helpful. Thank you
Lorna Pollock
May 25, 2021
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I've recently signed up to Riada and I've found them to be very friendly and professional. Lisa and Heather have been very helpful. Highly recommended
Z. J. Majewski
Feb 27, 2021
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Helped me find new job when I needed it the most, after being made redundant last November, during pandemic no less. Very professional and helpful people who aim to relocate you into type of business that is best suitable for you. 10/10 Would recommend.
Karen Magowan
Oct 26, 2020
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My experience of finding work via Riada has been very beneficial. The staff are friendly and helpful & their service is efficient & professional.
