Building on 26 years of people-first recruitment with the appointment of our new Recruitment Operations Manager.
Putting People First for 26 Years, As one of Ireland’s leading specialists in healthcare and social care recruitment, 3Q Recruitment are proud to announce the appointment of Costina Chear as our new Recruitment Operations Manager. This move marks another step in 3Q’s ongoing commitment to excellence across the HSE, Not-for-Profit, Section 38 and 39 hospitals, nursing homes, group care organisations, and radiography departments nationwide.
A Welcome Return
Costina is no stranger to 3Q. She began her recruitment career with the company before moving to Fenero, where she developed strong leadership and operational expertise in contractor services. After spending two years travelling the world, she has returned to 3Q to take on a central leadership role, working closely with General Manager Suzanne Finn to guide the company’s recruitment, marketing, and talent teams.
Her appointment reflects 3Q’s belief in developing leaders who understand both the business and the people behind it. By bringing together her operational knowledge, commercial acumen, and first-hand appreciation of 3Q’s culture, Costina is set to help drive the company’s next phase of growth.
Leadership Rooted in Care and Quality
Welcoming the appointment, Suzanne Finn said:
“3Q Recruitment has always invested in people who care deeply about quality and relationships. Costina brings a unique blend of commercial insight, empathy, and operational rigour. Her leadership will help us strengthen our delivery model as we continue to evolve with our clients’ needs.”
For Costina, the move feels like a homecoming.
“It’s a privilege to return to the company where I began my recruitment career,” she said. “I’m excited to work with such a passionate team and to build on 3Q’s legacy of people-first service, ensuring our clients and candidates continue to experience the care, professionalism, and results that define us.”
Strengthening for the Future
This appointment signals 3Q’s confidence and stability after 26 years of continuous service. It also underlines the company’s commitment to investing in leadership and operational excellence to meet growing client demand across healthcare, social care, and hospitality recruitment.
With Costina working alongside Suzanne, 3Q is strengthening the connection between its strategic vision and everyday delivery, ensuring that every booking is filled efficiently, every issue resolved promptly, and every client kept fully informed. The result is a service model that balances speed, reliability, and care, values that have always been at the heart of the 3Q brand.
Putting People First — In Practice, Not Just Words
Costina’s return is more than a leadership appointment; it’s a real-world example of 3Q’s “Putting People First” philosophy. It demonstrates that career growth, development, and return pathways are not just encouraged but celebrated. By promoting from within and welcoming back talented team members, 3Q continues to build loyalty, trust, and long-term success, both internally and among its client partners.
A Story of Irish Leadership and Lasting Impact
As an Irish-owned, female-led SME, 3Q Recruitment has built its reputation on authenticity, expertise, and human connection. The addition of Costina to the leadership team represents continuity, renewal, and the confidence of a business that has never stopped evolving.
For over a quarter of a century, 3Q Recruitment has been helping Ireland’s care and service sectors find the right people at the right time. With strong leadership, a united team, and an unwavering belief that people come first, the company is well positioned for its next chapter of growth and excellence.
We Don’t Just Fill Jobs; We Build Teams and Grow Careers.
Let’s Keep Putting People First — Together
Whether you’re a long-standing client, a new organisation exploring how we can support your staffing needs, one of our valued temps, or a candidate ready for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
At 3Q Recruitment, our team is here to help, with the same care, professionalism, and results that have defined us for over 26 years.
📞 Call us: +353 1878 3335
📧 Email: info@3qrecruitment.ie
Meet the Team Behind 3Q Recruitment
At 3Q Recruitment, our success is built on the people who live our values every day. Alongside our leadership team, we’re delighted to introduce Conor, our Business Systems Administrator.
Working closely with our Talent Acquisition and Marketing teams, Conor supports the smooth running of 3Q’s core business systems, including our CRM, talent platforms, and marketing tools. Through this internship, he’s gaining hands-on experience in systems administration, compliance, and reporting, while learning how technology underpins the delivery of excellent client and candidate services.
Together, our team continues to deliver the care, quality, and reliability that 3Q is known for, across Ireland’s healthcare, social care, community, non-profit, and HSE sectors.
Meet the Team Behind 3Q Recruitment
Stay Connected with 3Q Recruitment
Stay informed about the latest job opportunities, industry insights, and company updates by following us on social media. Our platforms provide valuable information for job seekers and a glimpse into our company culture.
Follow us on Facebook
Follow us on LinkedIn
Follow us on Instagram
Follow us on TikTok
