With over 645 million users, it is no surprise as to why LinkedIn is so popular with professionals. It allows candidates to avail of job opportunities, engage with content from their sector and connect with other professionals within their industry. And with 122 million people receiving job interviews through LinkedIn, it is a very important platform for both employers, recruiters and candidates. 

Each week, we will bring you our Top 5 GKR Search & Selection jobs of the week! If you wish to apply for any of our jobs, please follow the link to apply online or feel free to contact our recruiters for further discussion.

1. Managing Director Aviation Management Consultancy - Dublin

A rapid-growth management consultancy firm is looking for a Managing Director to join their Dublin team.

Responsibilities will include identifying new business opportunities and offerings to the firm and supporting a range of projects with existing clients in EMEA.

You should have at least 10 years' experience in aircraft leasing/ financing, aerospace/ MRO and/or airlines.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Garret for a further discussion on +35316768891.

2. Aircraft Leasing VP Technical - Dublin

An aircraft leasing company is recruiting an experienced VP Technical to join their team in Dublin.

Responsibilities will include managing and overseeing multiple projects and negotiating LOI and final contracts from a technical perspective.

Candidates must have a relevant bachelor's degree in engineering or business and a minimum of 10 years technical experience.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Jodi for a further discussion on +35316768895.

3. Aircraft Leasing Senior Legal Counsel and VP Legal Dublin and Hong Kong

A market-leading aircraft leasing company is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel and a VP Legal to join their team.

Responsibilities include leading negotiations with airlines, financiers, banks and operating lessors and working closely with deal teams advising on, structuring and negotiating aviation related transaction documentation.

Candidates must a minimum of 5 years PQE in aircraft leasing company or aviation law firm and they must be familiar with all aspects or aircraft financings, leases, sales, acquisitions, novations and repossessions.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Gary for a further discussion on +35317752308

4. Aircraft Leasing VP Marketing - Dublin

An aircraft leasing company is looking for a VP Marketing to join their team

Responsibilities will include negotiating complex cross border transactions and agreements and developing and implementing marketing programmes and strategies.

You should be educated to a degree/ postgraduate or similar level and have experience of successful placement and remarketing of aircraft in EMEA.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Peter for a further discussion on +35316768892.

5. Aircraft leasing SVP Marketing - Americas

An aircraft leasing company is looking for an SVP Marketing to lead their US region

Responsibilities will include negotiating complex cross border transactions and agreements and developing and implementing marketing programmes and strategies.

You should be educated to a degree/postgraduate or similar level and have at least 10 years' experience of successful placement and remarketing of aircraft in the Americas.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Peter for a further discussion on +35316768892.

If you would like to see a full list of our available jobs, please visit our website: https://www.gkr.ie/job-search/search

Remember, you can keep up to date will all of our latest jobs and news by following us on LinkedIn.

It was a fantastic morning for the GKR team who attended the annual LinkedIn and NRF event at the LinkedIn offices.

The speakers included Mark Valentine, Enterprise Account Director at LinkedIn, Meghann Barber, Media Solutions Consultant at LinkedIn, Sonya Lennon, Founder of Lennon Courtney and Donal O' Donoghue, Managing Director of Sanderson Recruitment.

The event focused on how to build your brand in the digital age. The panel spoke about how to build a company's brand specifically through engaging content. They also discussed ways to build your own personal brand and looked at how important knowing your own values was to this. 

A huge well done to everyone at the National Recruitment Federation and LinkedIn for hosting such an insightful event!

Each week, we will bring you our Top 5 GKR Search & Selection jobs of the week! If you wish to apply for any of our jobs, please follow the link to apply online or feel free to contact our recruiters for further discussio

 1.Aircraft Leasing VP Marketing - EMEA

An aircraft leasing company is looking for a VP Marketing to join their team.

Responsibilities will include negotiating complex cross-border transactions and agreements and developing and implementing marketing programmes and strategies.

Candidates must be educated to a Degree or Postgraduate level and have excellent current airline contacts in EMEA.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Peter for a further discussion on +35316768892.

 2.Aircraft Leasing VP Legal

A rapidly growing aircraft leasing company is looking for a VP Legal to join their Dublin team.

Responsibilities will include managing the legal functions regarding the execution and administration of aircraft acquisitions and managing all aspects of aircraft operating leases and associated finance transactions.

Candidates must have a law degree with accreditation and a license to practise in Ireland or England and a minimum of 7 years PQE.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Garret for a further discussion on +35316768891.

 3.Aircraft Leasing Transaction Counsel

A market-leading aircraft leasing company is looking for a Transaction Counsel to join their Dublin and Hong Kong teams on a one-year contract.

Responsibilities include representing the company in contract negotiations with a variety of parties and managing transactions throughout all relevant stages.

Candidates must have relevant experience in aircraft leasing or aircraft financing or be a qualified solicitor, barrister or equivalent.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Gary for a further discussion on +35317752308

 4.Aircraft Leasing VP Technical

An aircraft leasing company is looking for an experienced VP Technical to join their Dublin team.

Responsibilities will include negotiating contracts and LOIs from a technical perspective and providing technical input to lease extensions, sale documents and LOI’s.

Candidates must have a relevant bachelor’s degree in engineering or business and they must have 10 years technical experience.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Jodi for a further discussion on +35316768895.

5.Aircraft leasing Senior Technical Operations Manager

A growing aircraft leasing company is looking for a Senior Technical Manager to join their team in Dublin.

Responsibilities include coordinating and managing technical resources for aircraft delivery and acquisition activities, participating in lease negotiations and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or aeronautics or be a licensed engineer with 10 years technical aviation experience. They must also have knowledge of EASA/ FAA regulatory requirements.

 To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Jodi for a further discussion on +35316768895.

If you would like to see a full list of our available jobs, please visit our website: https://www.gkr.ie/job-search/search

Remember, you can keep up to date will all of our latest jobs and news by following us on LinkedIn.

When you’re starting your job search it can be quite overwhelming trying to find the right place to start. Whether it’s a graduate job or a change of career, finding the perfect job for you isn’t always the easiest of tasks. It’s a period of change in a candidate’s life and often the process can be so overwhelming that the candidate either fails to secure a placement or drops out of the race.

And it is no wonder how overwhelmed job seekers can be in this era of hyper-connectivity which leaves candidates frustrated with themselves and the companies hiring. So why bring a third party into this already chaotic experience.

According to LinkedIn , 63% of candidates feel flattered when recruiters reach out to them and over 90% of candidates are open to new opportunities from recruiters.

Check out some of the main reasons you should consider a recruiter on your job search.

Search Engines

Recruiters have all the tools to act as a search engine to provide you with the right job opportunity. They have contacts across a range of industries with direct contact with HR and hiring managers and are often the first people approached when a job opportunity arises. If your recruiter doesn’t have a job for you straight away, they may be able to refer you for a job in the future. They know exactly what to look for in a job for you and what to look for in a candidate for a job. Recruiters also have access to roles that aren’t always advertised, particularly with senior-level roles. Companies may trust a recruiter to find the right candidate out of their own pool without having to ever advertise the role.

Knowledge

As well as acting as search engines, recruiters are also incredibly knowledgeable about the job market especially if they are in a niche market such as aircraft leasing. They are highly connected within these industries and will be an immediate source of information about what should be on your CV and in preparing you for an interview. Often, recruiters will have hired other people into a role in a company, so they are knowledgeable about the interview process and the particular wants and skills needed for a company. They have advice and information about different companies and roles and they can prepare you for specific interviews which is something a job seeker could never get if they were to try and source the role themselves.

Support

Recruiters can support you throughout all stages of the job application process. By recommending you to specific roles, to CV and interview advice, to even negotiating the best possible deal for you. Recruiters are experienced and they know exactly what candidates can get so they can negotiate this element on your behalf. It is mutually beneficial to you and the recruiter for you to be placed so they will do what they can to get you noticed. Recruiters are trained to notice your best skills and qualities and advocate them to the hiring company, giving you an advantage over people who don’t have a recruiter supporting them. Recruiters also have a duty to both the candidate and the company to only recommend candidates who are the right fit for the company meaning they won’t put you forward for any roles that you won’t enjoy or work well in.

Positioning

One of the most important parts of working with a recruiter is always knowing where you stand in a job application. There’s nothing more frustrating than never hearing back from a job application or worse again from a job interview. A recruiter knows how important feedback is and because they have good relationships with HR departments in companies, they will provide feedback to you from the interviewer and feedback to the interviewer from you. Recruiters will always make sure you are aware of your position within the recruitment process and if that means you didn’t get the job they can focus on getting you the next opportunity instead.

As you can see, there are endless benefits for job seekers to work with a recruitment consultant to find them the job of their dreams. And what’s best is, recruitment companies services are cost-free for the candidate, meaning you can have access to all of the knowledge and support of a recruiter but the company pay the recruitment fee.

If you would like to work with a recruitment consultant from GKR Search and Select, visit our website and upload your CV at https://www.gkr.ie/submit-your-cv

Also, make sure to check out some of our current open positions at https://www.gkr.ie/job-search/search

This week, members of our GKR team attended the launch of ‘The Year of Inclusion’ in the Irish Aviation Industry in the U centre in DCU’s Glasnevin campus.

The event included a fantastic list of guest speakers from various backgrounds who shared their experiences and thoughts on inclusion and diversity within the industry and in their own companies.

The speakers included Amelia Anderson, Co-Founder and President of AWAR, Peter Barrett CEO at SMBC Aviation Capital, Brid Horan, Co-Chair Balance for Better Business and Ronan Gallagher, Air Navigation Services Division in the Department of Transport.

As recruiters, it’s important for us to recognise the need for diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry. The event kicked off with Amelia Anderson who said that in order to drive change in the aviation industry, then we first need to engage men and people in power. Amelia said that ‘The Year of Inclusion’ initiative isn’t just about gender, but that it is far broader and there are legacy barriers that need to be addressed within the aviation industry.

Also speaking about the need for diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry was Brid Horan who said that the speed of change in Ireland was rapid. She also discussed research carried out about inclusion in the workplace and said that there is a correlation between gender-balanced management and better performance in companies.

Peter Barret and Ronan Gallagher also spoke about their own experiences with inclusion and diversity in their roles in the aviation industry and offered some fascinating points in relation to this. Peter expressed his wish for all candidates to have the same pathway to reach their full potential in the industry and Ronan noting that we need the still have this energy for this type of change in the future

The event was a great opportunity for our team to learn about the new changes coming to the industry and also to be more aware of diversity and inclusion in aviation. It was also a fantastic opportunity to see industry leaders acknowledging the need for diversity and inclusion and to see all the work that has been put in to tackle this already.

We would like to say a huge well done to the team in DCU’s Centre of Excellence for Diversity and Inclusion for organising a great event and well done to all the speakers on the evening for offering some fascinating and thoughtful points.

If you would like to arrange a meeting with any of our GKR team at upcoming events or you would like to invite us to events, please contact megan@gkr.ie.

Each week, we will bring you our Top 5 GKR Search & Selection jobs of the week! If you wish to apply for any of our jobs, please follow the link to apply online or feel free to contact our recruiters for further discussion.

1. Aircraft Leasing Internal Audit Senior Manager

An aircraft leasing company is looking for an Internal Audit Senior Manager to join their rapidly growing team.

Responsibilities will include preparing audit results for Audit Committee and Senior Management, maintaining a quality assurance program and raising the awareness of the Internal Audit Department within the organization.

Candidates must have at least 4 years relevant experience and experience developing and executing assurance assignments.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Garret for a further discussion on +35316768891.

 2. Aircraft Leasing Senior Technical Operations Manager

A growing aircraft leasing company is looking for a Senior Technical Manager to join their team in Dublin. 

Responsibilities will include coordinating and managing technical resources for aircraft deliveries and acquisitions, participating in lease negotiations and using expertise to streamline efficiencies within the technical department.

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Aeronautics or be a licensed engineer with 10 years technical aviation experience. They must also have the ability to manage a team and provide mentorship.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please GKR or contact Jodi for a further discussion on +35316768895.

 3. Aircraft Leasing Treasury Manager

A market-leading aircraft leasing company is looking for a Senior Treasury professional to join their expanding team. 

Responsibilities include leading hedge accounting transactions, maintaining and managing the treasury management system and contributing to the balance sheet management objectives of the company.

Candidates must have 10 years’ experience as a Treasury professional, a proven track record in project management and knowledge or the aviation industry or aircraft leasing is desirable.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Peter for a further discussion on +35316768892

 4. Aircraft Leasing Senior Legal Counsel

A leading aircraft leasing client is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to join their growing team in Dublin.

Responsibilities will include leading negotiations with airlines, financiers, banks and operating lessors, reviewing and preparing documentation and managing and negotiating execution costs for high profile aviation transactions.

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years PQE in an aircraft leasing company or an aviation law firm.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Gary for a further discussion on +35317752308.

 5. Aircraft leasing Technical Director – Hong Kong

An aircraft leasing client is looking for an experienced Technical Director to join their team in Hong Kong.

Responsibilities will include negotiating lease conditions with lessees, providing technical input to lease extensions, sale documents & LOI’s and managing onsite technical consultants.

Candidates must have a relevant bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, previous experience managing aircraft deliveries and transitions and 8 years technical experience.

To apply for this role or to see the full job description please visit GKR or contact Jodi for a further discussion on +35316768895.

If you would like to see a full list of our available jobs, please visit our website: https://www.gkr.ie/job-search/search

Remember, you can keep up to date will all of our latest jobs and news by following us on LinkedIn.

Last week, our Managing Director, Garret, attended the ISTAT EMEA conference in Berlin. This year’s conference was held at the InterContinental Hotel and was the largest ISTAT conference to date, featuring a range of fantastic presentations from aviation industry professionals.

The conference was a chance for the GKR team to gain a deeper understanding into the latest trends in the aviation industry such as its impact on the environment, learn about new technology in the industry and network with representatives from the companies we work with every day. It also was a great opportunity to meet potential clients and candidates for GKR.

Speakers at the event included David Swan, Chief Operating Officer at SMBC Aviation Capital, Lynn Guiney, Head of EMEA at Avolon, Aengus Kelly, Chief Executive Officer at Aer Cap and many more.

The GKR team attends all of the top aviation events across the country and the world. If you are attending an aviation event and would like to meet one of our consultants, feel free to contact megan@gkr.ie to arrange a meeting.

Check out the upcoming events GKR will be attending: https://www.gkr.ie/events

When you're going for a job interview, people can often get distracted by selling their academic and work achievements. And even though these are the foundation of your interview and are often key to securing interviews, candidates can sometimes forget that interviews are an opportunity to promote your personal brand to a potential employer. Companies want to understand your personal brand and often if it is strong and well portrayed, you can distinguish yourself from other interviewees. It’s how you want to be perceived in the professional world and how you want to be remembered by a company whether it be online, on your CV or in person.

1. CV

Your CV is the first place where potential employers or recruiters can understand your personal brand. If you have a neat, well- structured CV showcasing your suitability to a role in an organised manner, then chances are you will come across a lot better than a candidate who has a poorly laid out CV that is dated. Your CV is where you introduce your personal brand to an employer, so it is important that you highlight all of your academic and personal achievements in this space. It should be an accurate representation of your brand. Always update your CV on a regular basis to include new work experiences, personal achievements and skills. Include a short personal statement at the very beginning to further sell your personal brand to potential employers. Make sure to include a link to your LinkedIn account on your CV so employers can explore your personal brand further. Dedicating time to editing and tailoring your CV is so important as it is the one piece of material that can determine your chances for an interview. A potential interviewer or recruiter should be able to glance at your CV and immediately get an understanding of your persona and suitability for a role but you also need to make sure it is attractive enough to make them want to take a second glance at it.

2. Online

Being active online (in the correct manner) is also an opportunity to introduce your personal brand to a company. Your LinkedIn page can be just as important as your CV, especially for recruitment companies who may source talent via LinkedIn. They will look for suitable profiles and if they think you would suit the role, they will contact you. Your LinkedIn needs to clearly portray your personal brand. LinkedIn operates like a social network in many ways and being present and active on the site can increase your employment opportunities. Make sure that you include a tag line, a photo and fill in your about section. Avoid using an inappropriate photo of yourself, keep it professional and only showcase on LinkedIn what you want your potential employer to see. A professional picture and a strong tagline will immediately portray a good personal brand. Make sure you include all of your experience on LinkedIn and don’t be afraid to elaborate on your duties and skills you acquired during your work experiences and education. The content on your LinkedIn should portray the type of professional you want employers to see. Engage and share content on your feed, show interest in content about your field or industry. Aside from LinkedIn, online can be a good place to further sell your personal brand. Employers may also search for you on social networking sites or google so avoid posting anything on these sites that may promote a bad personal brand. Google yourself regularly to see what employers can see and always ensure your personal brand comes through.

3. Interview

If you reach the interview stage, you have successfully portrayed your professional brand to potential employees. But the interview is the first place they will get to meet you in person and the interview stage is what usually can make or break your application. By reading your CV and visiting your online sites, potential employers probably have a good sense of who you are and what your personal brand is. But the interview is where you get to bring everything you have sold online and on your CV to life. Showcase your personal brand from the very beginning with a firm handshake, eye contact and a positive mindset. Let your personal brand guide you through the interview by answering questions as they are presented on your CV. Have a positive attitude and good energy. The purpose of developing your personal brand is so that a potential employer may find it is a good fit and offer you the role so it is important to portray it throughout the interview. After the interview, don’t be afraid to ask questions. The interviewer may want to know about you, but you also want to know about the company. This shows the interviewer that you are interested and confident. When you’re leaving, thank the interview panel and shake their hands, leaving them with a good impression and your personal brand will be ingrained in them.

Developing your personal brand can be effective in securing your future job! Spend time tailoring your CV and LinkedIn and make sure you know what you want to portray to employers. If you’re confident in your personal brand, then your next company will be too!

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In GKR we understand that finding the right candidates and companies can be a difficult and daunting task for anyone. Career moves aren’t always easy and finding the right fit for your company can be stressful. That’s why we specialise in connecting great candidates with great companies.

Our success lies within the relationships we build with both our candidates and our clients. Clear communication and trust are important to our consultants throughout the recruitment process and they are key to developing our relationships with our clients and our candidates.

And in GKR we make sure we know exactly what our company wants and needs and exactly who our candidates are, but we also want everyone else to know who we are. This week we we will be running a new “Meet the Team” campaign introducing all of our GKR team members so you can get to know the people you are working alongside throughout the recruitment process.

You can view our profiles by visiting our website at https://www.gkr.ie/the-team/team