Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recruitment & HR Partner in Belfast
At Corvus People, we are driven by a commitment to excellence in recruitment and human capital management. Established in 2011, our consultancy specialises in delivering tailored solutions that align with our clients' unique business cultures. Our services span the entire employee lifecycle, from executive search and talent acquisition to strategic HR development and retention programmes. With a team of experienced consultants, we prioritise quality over quantity, dedicating ourselves to understanding our clients' needs and delivering bespoke strategies. Our approach combines data-driven methodologies with deep market knowledge, ensuring we attract and retain top-tier talent.We pride ourselves on transparent communication, ethical practices, and a partnership ethos that empowers businesses to achieve sustainable growth. Our clients benefit from our exclusive focus on fewer projects, allowing us to invest time and resources where they matter most. Through innovative solutions like our Corvus Assured methodology, we provide measurable outcomes that enhance organisational performance and employee engagement.
Services
Executive Search
HR for Growth
Recruitment Projects
Attraction & Selection
Human Capital Management
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We prioritise quality over quantity with dedicated consultant support
- Our bespoke approach aligns solutions with your business culture
- Consultants average 15+ years' experience in specialised sectors
- We guarantee candidate retention with our Corvus Assured methodology
- Transparent communication with holistic investment visibility
What people say
Quality candidates
Personalised service
Excellent support
Cultural alignment
Proactive approach
Services
Executive Search
Our Corvus Assured methodology combines behavioural profiling and data analytics to identify executive talent. Consultants collaborate with senior teams to understand organisational culture and strategic objectives. This rigorous process ensures 97% candidate retention through cultural alignment and competency matching.
HR for Growth
We develop talent management frameworks aligned with business objectives. Services include leadership development, succession planning, and organisational design. Our approach enhances employee engagement while supporting long-term business transformation through cultural alignment.
Recruitment Projects
Specialist support for business expansion and transformation initiatives. We manage high-volume recruitment campaigns across jurisdictions, from graduate programmes to executive appointments. Our partnership approach integrates with internal HR teams for seamless delivery.
Attraction & Selection
Custom recruitment process design covering job profiling to final interviews. We create competency frameworks and assessment tools tailored to specific roles. Our services include market mapping, candidate benchmarking, and structured interview frameworks.
Human Capital Management
Strategic consulting to optimise workforce performance and retention. We develop learning programmes, performance management systems, and coaching frameworks. Our solutions focus on aligning human capital with organisational goals through data-driven decision-making.
People
Ian Weatherup
Managing Director
With over 25 years' experience in executive recruitment, Ian leads Corvus People's strategic direction. He specialises in board-level appointments across professional services and manufacturing sectors.
Michael Hewitt
Director
Michael brings 18 years' expertise in talent acquisition, focusing on engineering and construction sectors. He has led major recruitment campaigns for infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland.
Michelle Kearns
Director
Specialising in executive search for technology firms, Michelle has placed C-suite leaders in software development and fintech companies. Her sector knowledge spans 15 years of recruitment leadership.
Helen Cosgrove
Senior Consultant
Helen focuses on HR leadership appointments, with particular expertise in healthcare and education sectors. She has successfully delivered complex recruitment projects for public sector organisations.
Chris Mullan
HR Consultant
Chris leads the HR for Growth division, developing talent management strategies for SMEs and multinational corporations. His specialisms include organisational development and leadership coaching programmes.
Questions
What recruitment services do you offer?
We provide executive search, HR strategy, recruitment project management, and process design services tailored to your business needs.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our Corvus Assured methodology uses behavioural profiling and competency assessments to guarantee 97% candidate retention.
Which industries do you specialise in?
We work across construction, engineering, technology, healthcare, and professional services sectors.
Do you operate internationally?
Yes, we deliver recruitment solutions across Northern Ireland, ROI, GB, and the USA.
What HR services are available?
Our HR for Growth offering includes leadership development, succession planning, and organisational design services.
How do you handle complex roles?
We use market mapping and targeted outreach to identify candidates for challenging executive positions.
