Belfast recruitment firm appoints new managing director
The firm also recently unveiled its brand refresh and newly refurbished offices in Belfast city centre.
'Having been with us for the past nine years as Head of Delivery, Claire is well-known among our clients for her unwavering commitment to excellence, rigorous attention to detail and her exceptional judge of character when it comes to identifying the very best talent for senior-level, business critical roles,' Gary Irvine, founder and chief executive, said.
'With a long background in the recruitment industry, Claire brings a wealth of experience and expertise that positions her extremely well to lead 4C in coming years as we enter this exciting phase in the business.'
She replaces Gordon Carson who, after eight years as managing director at 4C, takes up the role of director of business development with Bryson.
'Bryson is an outstanding organisation with whom we have enjoyed a longstanding relationship, having placed the current chief executive and a number of other senior roles in recent years,' Mr Irvine said.
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