Talent Acquisition Specialist
About the job
- Proven work experience as an Internal Recruiter or Agency Recruiter, with at least 2 years of experience.
- Strong understanding of full-cycle recruiting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- A degree in Human Resources or Business Studies including Human Resources.
- Good understanding of jobs in the Engineering and Construction sectors.
- Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Results-focused approach in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Collaborate with hiring teams to identify resourcing plans.
- Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract talent.
- Manage multiple recruitment campaigns, sourcing candidates through agency partners, social media, job boards, and professional networks.
- Screen candidates, conduct interviews, and manage the selection process.
- Build and maintain relationships with potential candidates.
- Represent the company at job fairs and recruitment events.
- Monitor and analyze recruitment metrics to improve the hiring process.
- Identify current and future hiring needs, post job openings online, track recruitment progress, and deliver a positive candidate experience for positions in Ireland and across Europe.
- Negotiate and manage expectations for hiring managers and candidates.
- Implement new processes.
About the company
Winthrop Technologies acts as a European turnkey data centre constructor and general contractor, delivering end-to-end projects that cover design, civil, structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, and commissioning services for hyperscale and colocation clients. Its approach centers on integrated delivery: projects are designed, built, and commissioned to meet mission-critical requirements, with BIM and off-site fabrication used to speed up delivery and reduce on-site complexity. The company differentiates itself through an engineer-led culture, early adoption of BIM and modular construction, and a focus on rapid delivery across eight European countries, complemented by a strategic Blackstone partnership that supports growth. Its goal is to build a scalable European data centre delivery platform that delivers high-quality, large-scale facilities while maintaining continuity in leadership and client relationships.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Dublin, Ireland
Founded
1995
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 2026 projects show active work in Italy, Netherlands, Finland, and Ireland.
- Winthrop still markets itself as Europe's leading dedicated turnkey data centre delivery provider.
- The 2024 Blackstone partnership supports funding for larger AI-driven data centre programs.
What critics are saying
- Winthrop's current portfolio is concentrated in hyperscale builds, exposing schedule and client concentration risk.
- Bertonico, Amsterdam, Kirkkonummi, Espoo, and Vaasa projects demand flawless commissioning in 2026.
- A major delay or cost overrun on one 96MW campus can damage Blackstone confidence.
What makes Winthrop Technologies unique
- Engineer-led delivery under Anne Dooley and Barry English still defines execution culture.
- Blackstone owns 50.7% since April 2024, signaling institutional backing and discipline.
- June 2026 chair appointment to Ulrich Spiesshofer strengthens governance for Europe expansion.
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Benefits
- Professional Development Budget