Specialist hires for operations that never pause.
Recruitment sectorsPeople HQ brings hands-on HR and recruitment experience to FMCG and Food Production, Agriculture and Agri-Business, Engineering and Manufacturing employers across the UK, with particular focus on Northern Ireland and Ireland.
Operational, technical, functional and leadership appointments

sectors we know
We work particularly well with businesses operating in sectors where experienced, specialist and technical talent can be difficult to find.
FMCG & Food Production
Recruiting technical, operational, specialist, management and leadership talent across food and FMCG.
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Agriculture & Agri-Business
Helping agricultural and agri-business organisations find the specialist, technical and commercial talent they need to grow.
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Engineering
Finding engineering, technical and leadership talent, including people who may not be actively looking for their next opportunity.
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Manufacturing
Supporting manufacturers to strengthen their teams across technical, operational, management and leadership appointments.
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Use the talent route the role actually needs
For salaried appointments, People HQ can search across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Where persistent shortages remain, suitable employers can explore the international recruitment readiness route.
Local Recruitment
Search across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland for the right talent.
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International recruitment
Explore the international recruitment readiness route where persistent shortages remain.
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The difference is how we listen.
SOCIAL PROOFSenior HR judgement changes the quality of a search. People HQ starts with the business, the site and the team, then keeps the process clear for everyone involved.
“The team listened to our requirements and matched us with candidates who were suited to our culture and environment.”
Mackle Petfoods
- More than 25 years of senior HR experience.
- Experience across food, FMCG, manufacturing and engineering.
Questions before the brief.
Useful answersA member of the People HQ team will review the role or challenge, confirm the most appropriate recruitment route and arrange a focused conversation. You will not be pushed into a model that does not fit the requirement.
No. People HQ has supported organisations from five employees to more than 2,500. The important question is whether the role or people challenge needs experienced, commercially minded support.
Discuss a role in your sector
Start with the challengeWhether you are facing a skills shortage or planning ahead, our team can help you find the right talent for your sector.



