About Us | Trusted Recruitment Partner | Principle HR

Managing Director talks about Principle HR

Who we are

Introducing Principle

At Principle HR, we redefine recruitment by delivering honest, thorough, and bespoke services tailored to both clients and candidates. Specialising in partnerships with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) providers, we excel in placing contingent and permanent professionals across sectors such as human resources, technology, engineering, media marketing, finance, and operations.

Founded in 2000 by Audrey Hughes, Principle HR has grown while maintaining close relationships with clients. Our offices in Dublin and London foster a collaborative environment, ensuring seamless knowledge sharing and access to top-tier talent.

Our story

History

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2000

Diversity Recognition

We are proud to be accredited by WeConnect International, with our UK and Ireland locations certified as women-owned. This underscores our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment. We are committed to fostering workplaces where diverse perspectives are valued and empowered. We look forward to collaborating with organisations that share our vision for a more inclusive and equitable business environment. And received Most Valuable Partner recognition for MSP delivery excellence.

Group Turnover

Achieved over €10 million in sales, reflecting the dedication of our team and the trust of our clients. And awarded Global Supplier Excellence honours again.

Opening of London Office

Opened our London office to better serve international clients and extend our global reach.

Global Recognition

Received a prestigious Silver Service Award, ranking among the top three suppliers out of 300 agencies globally for our performance and support in an MSP partner program.

First MSP Client

Initiated collaboration with our first MSP client, placing contingent workers on-site with a leading social media and technology company.

The beginning

Principle HR was founded on September 1st by Audrey Hughes, embodying values of honesty, integrity, and hard work.

We are an experienced team, passionate about all things recruitment.

Our team is passionate about recruitment, thriving on unique searches, tight deadlines, and comprehensive project management. Leveraging deep market knowledge and extensive networks, we consistently deliver exceptional results. With industry backgrounds in IT, engineering, HR, marketing, and finance, our recruiters provide unparalleled support. We also offer payroll management for contingent workers and contractors, frequently collaborating with RPOs and MSPs.

Our expertise

Award-Winning recruitment agency
Recognised globally for excellence in recruitment services.
Core Values
We uphold honesty, integrity, and hard work, ensuring transparent and sincere interactions.
Proven track record
With 95% of our business stemming from repeat or referral clients over the past 20 years, we have established long-term partnerships that attest to our quality services.
Committed to Inclusivity
We’re committed to building inclusive, people-centered workplaces that reflect the world we live in.