HALFWAY THROUGH 2026

A look back at the moments, milestones and memories

that made the first six months.

All statistics sourced from Clark Recruitment Financial Tracker 2026 · June figures are partial-month data
H1 2026 · Companion Report

H1 Performance Report

Go beyond the highlights.

Alongside this H1 Newsletter, we've created a dedicated H1 Performance Report for anyone who would like to explore the business in more detail.

The report provides an interactive overview of our performance across the first six months of 2026, including financial growth, retained recruitment, client partnerships, key business metrics and our priorities for H2.

The newsletter celebrates the journey. The Performance Report shows the business behind it.


Explore the H1 Performance Report →

H1 At A Glance

€654,852
Revenue
+21.6% vs H1 2025
116
Placements
Perm & temp-to-perm
53
Clients
Unique H1 clients
64
Retained
briefs
55% of placements
22
Exclusive
mandates
Clark as sole partner
74%
Retained +
exclusive
Quality beats quantity
Clark Recruitment · H1 2026

🏆 Highest billing month in Clark's history.

February 2026 — €148,328 billed
38 placements in a single month
€148,328
February 2026

Monthly Revenue · Jan–Jun 2026

Jan
€100,568
Feb ★
€148,328
Mar
€121,890
Apr
€141,378
May
€92,206
Jun
€50,483 partial

June reflects a partial month. All other months complete. Source: Clark Recruitment Financial Tracker 2026.

Placements per Month · Jan–Jun 2026

Jan
22
Feb
38
Mar
31
Apr ★
40
May
21
Jun
9+ partial

April highest placement count of H1. June is a partial month.

€654k
H1 2026
Revenue
€654,852 total
116
Total
Placements
Jan–Jun 2026
53
Unique
Clients
H1 2026
74%
Retained +
Exclusive
Quality beats quantity

Year-on-Year Growth

H1 2026 vs H1 2025 — the numbers speak for themselves.

€654,852
H1 2026
€538,630
H1 2025
+21.6%
Growth

Client Highlights

Partnerships built on consistency, trust and results.

teagasc
Trusted recruitment partner to one of Ireland's most respected organisations.

Retained RPO partnership delivering consistent, quality appointments.

RPO Partnership · H1 2026
GLS.
Growing retained partnership across multiple strategic appointments.

GLS chooses Clark for roles that matter.

Retained Partnership
Coll-8
Relationship strengthened through consistent delivery and trusted advice.

Top client by revenue in H1 — quality and long-term confidence.

Top Client · H1 2026
PRL
Continued partnership built on quality, responsiveness and long-term support.

The kind of client who calls Clark first.

Ongoing Partnership

Around Clark

A few things worth celebrating from the first six months.

🎓

Indeed Training

The team completed Indeed training, sharpening sourcing skills and getting the best from our recruitment technology.

⛑️

First Aid Training

Several team members completed certified First Aid training — keeping Clark safe and prepared.

📋

Annual Reviews

Annual reviews completed across the business — time to reflect, plan and look ahead.

🎉

Chloe & Jessica

Chloe and Jessica both successfully completed their probation periods. Delighted to have them fully on board.

🤝

Teagasc RPO Team

Niamh and Kim joined our dedicated RPO team to support Teagasc — an exciting development.

📍

Cork Office

Fully operational and already delivering placements with Cork-based clients. Just the beginning.

🏠

Home of the Year Finalists

Mike & Steve were selected as finalists on RTÉ's Home of the Year — a brilliant personal milestone and a proud Clark moment.

👶

James & Shauna Expecting

Congratulations to James and Shauna as they prepare to welcome their first baby — lovely news for the extended Clark family.

🌐

Out and About

Chamber events, networking and client events throughout H1 — strengthening relationships and flying the Clark flag.

🌍

Work Permit Division

Several new work permit clients secured in H1. Another area growing steadily — and one we're proud of.

Quick Updates
🎉 Chloe & Jessica passed probation
🎓 Indeed training completed
⛑️ First Aid training done
🤝 Annual reviews completed
📍 Cork office delivering placements
🌍 New work permit clients secured
Plenty of coffee, conversations and collaboration!

H1 Through the Lens

Celebrating the people, partnerships and moments that made the first half of 2026 memorable.

Clark team celebrations
Cork office opening
Noreen's 50th celebration
Team out together
Thoroughbred Industry Awards
Extra day off — well earned
Teagasc partnership event
Leadership meeting
Home of the Year finalists
Team meeting
Clark team photo
Team selfie
Team celebration
Welcome Baby Finn
Instagram Live
Podcast recording

What People Said About Clark

Candidates and clients, in their own words.

"

The girls I dealt with in Clark were efficient, confident and always replied to a query quickly.

Client feedback
"

Jane started this week and has been a breath of fresh air. She has hit the ground running, already making a difference. She's fitting in brilliantly and her energy and enthusiasm is infectious. Thanks so much.

Client feedback — placement
"

I always have great recruiters in touch with me. They are well prepared and always open to helping us find the perfect role that matches our professional profile.

Candidate feedback
"

Very professional and courteous. Their approach is relaxed and immediately puts the individual at ease.

Candidate feedback
"

I really appreciated how quickly you reacted to my email and how efficiently Máire arranged to meet me. The meeting helped me practise talking about my experience, clarified my career direction and even improved my CV.

Candidate feedback
"

Chloe was a pleasure to deal with. Friendly, professional and incredibly helpful.

Candidate feedback
"

James was very professional and approachable. He took the time to understand my background and presented opportunities that genuinely suited my skills and career goals.

Candidate feedback

Long Service & Milestones

Five people. Between them, 52 years of Clark.

Congratulations
18
YearsWithClark
Stephen Farrell O'Callaghan
18 years of leadership, dedication & impact
Congratulations
12
YearsWithClark
Sarah Mortimer
12 years of passion, partnership & growth
Congratulations
17
YearsWithClark
Bernie Devaney
17 years of excellence, trust & commitment
Congratulations
4
YearsWithClark
Noreen Sweeney
4 years of expertise, energy & loyalty
Congratulations
1
YearWithClark
James Nolan
1 year of drive, ambition & results

Our Team

116 placements. Every one a team effort.

BD & Clients Recruiters Marketing Accounts Payroll Immigration Support Clark Hub
Every conversation. Every detail. Every team. That's Clark.

Thank you

If there's one thing I hope everyone takes away from H1, it's this: we are exceptional at what we do. Our knowledge matters. Our clients see it every day.

Enjoy a well-earned summer — and let's make H2 even stronger.

Stephen & Sarah