Apple Recruitment

Business Details

50+ Years

experience

Your Trusted Recruitment Partner in Northern Ireland

Apple Recruitment stands as Northern Ireland's longest-running independently owned recruitment agency, established in 1952. Our ISO 9001:2015 certification and Corporate Membership of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) underscore our commitment to quality and compliance. With over seven decades of experience, we specialise in temporary, contract, and permanent placements across public, not-for-profit, corporate, and SME sectors. Our team of REC-certified consultants delivers tailored staffing solutions, prioritising precise client-applicant matching through rigorous assessment processes. Recognised as Family Run Business of the Year and Recruitment Agency of the Year, we combine local market expertise with a proven track record of exclusive 25-year+ partnerships.

Our service portfolio spans management, technical, administrative, and customer service roles, supported by continuous industry recognition for innovation and service excellence. We maintain strict adherence to ethical standards, ensuring transparency and reliability in all candidate and client interactions. Our Belfast-based operations serve businesses nationwide, leveraging deep sector knowledge to address evolving staffing challenges. Through sustained investment in consultant training and technology, we maintain our position at the forefront of Northern Ireland's recruitment landscape. This enduring legacy of excellence positions us as trusted partners for organisations seeking strategic workforce solutions.

Services

Temporary Staffing Permanent Placements Contract Recruitment Public Sector Roles IT Recruitment Legal Recruitment Engineering Recruitment Customer Service Roles Finance Recruitment Administrative Support

Details

Year established: 1952

Highlights and features

70 years of recruitment expertise in Northern Ireland
ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system
Award-winning family-run business since 1952
REC-certified consultants with ongoing professional development
Exclusive long-term partnerships with major local employers

Associations and certifications

ISO 9001:2015
Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC)

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Services

Temporary Staffing

We provide flexible temporary staffing solutions across multiple sectors. Our rigorous vetting process ensures immediate access to qualified professionals for short-term requirements. Businesses benefit from reduced administrative burdens while maintaining operational continuity during peak periods or staff shortages.

Permanent Placements

Specialising in executive and specialist permanent appointments, our consultants identify candidates matching both technical requirements and company culture. We manage the entire recruitment lifecycle from job specification development to final negotiations, ensuring long-term organisational fit.

IT Recruitment

Our dedicated IT recruitment team sources professionals for roles ranging from infrastructure support to senior development positions. With sector-specific knowledge, we identify candidates possessing both technical certifications and practical experience in emerging technologies and legacy systems.

Public Sector Roles

We specialise in public sector appointments including healthcare, education, and local government positions. Our consultants understand the unique regulatory requirements and selection processes for these roles, ensuring compliance with public sector recruitment standards.

Engineering Recruitment

Our engineering recruitment service covers mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering disciplines. We source qualified professionals with relevant industry experience, supporting both project-based contracts and permanent appointments in manufacturing and infrastructure sectors.

Questions

How do you ensure candidate quality?

All candidates undergo rigorous vetting including skills assessments, reference checks, and compliance verification. Our consultants maintain sector-specific knowledge to evaluate technical competencies effectively.

Which industries do you specialise in?

We operate across IT, engineering, legal, finance, healthcare, education, and public administration sectors. Our consultants develop deep expertise in their respective specialisms to provide informed recruitment advice.

Can you handle urgent staffing needs?

Yes, our established candidate database and proactive sourcing strategies enable rapid response to urgent requirements while maintaining our quality standards for candidate suitability.

What support do you provide after placement?

We offer post-placement follow-up to ensure successful integration. Our consultants remain available to address any issues during the initial period, providing ongoing support to both clients and candidates.

Reviews (7)

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Heather Lynn

May 11, 2022 Report

Apple Recruitment got me employment in my desired field. I can honestly say, that the support and service I received, was 1st class. Aoife is one of the nicest most accommodating and helpful members of staff, in Recruitment agencies, I have ever dealt with. The accounts department are extremely efficient and helpful, on holiday or wages queries. I highly recommend Apple Recruitment for employment and support.

Leah Tohill

Jun 26, 2020 Report

I couldnt recommend Apple Recruitment Services enough. They were extremely helpful in getting me a job. Their efforts, (especially with the current pandemic) were outstanding and they are such lovely people to work with who truly want to help you. In particular I would like to thank Patricia for being so supportive during this stressful time for those searching for a job.

Laura Green

Feb 28, 2020 Report

I have reached out to Simone at Apple Recruitment to help me find employment in Administration. She has excellent communication skills getting back to me very quickly and I think that is so important. Being out of employment for whatever reason can be worrying/stressful enough when you have bills etc but its nice to not have added stress of chasing emails etc. Thank you Simone

Brendan Strong

Jan 15, 2019 Report

I'm really grateful for Apple Recruitment, wouldn't be where I am today without them. At the time I wasn't sure what I wanted to do, they suggested going for a job in a school and I loved it. I've worked my way up and was made permanent. Would highly recommend!

Antony Collins

Jan 14, 2019 Report

Rotten to the core company. Incompetent staff. No customer service. Never replied to emails. Never replied to phone calls. Not found me a job in over 2 months. Please go elsewhere and find a reputable employment agency who will find you a job - not give you excuses falsely claiming they are dealing with 100s of calls a day. UPDATE Watch this space for links to my correspondence with this appalling company who have the cheek to blame me for frankly pointing out their shortfalls of basic courtesy and service.

CiarÃ¡n Sharkey

Jan 04, 2019 Report

Apple Recruitment were my first experience of working as Agency staff - a route I was reticent to going down, as most people I knew who worked through an agency ended up in call centres. However, my experience with Apple has been overwhelmingly positive and helped me get experience working for two of Northern Ireland's emergency services, and ultimately attain a permanent post in one of them. Apple really listened to what I did and did not want to do and supported me throughout.

I was also given the option of taking part in things like BBC's Biggest Weekend. I cannot thank Stephen and Aoife enough for all that they have done for me. Should I ever wish to do agency work again, Apple Recruitment will be my first port of call.

Sheena Dent

Mar 25, 2018 Report

Would highly recommend this agency - very friendly and helpful staff. Have loved working through them as they make you feel like a person and not just a number like some of the larger agencies.