What Our Clients and Candidates say about Us

Some of the amazing Clients we have Partnered with

Laura Grant | HR Advisor | Bunzl

“Bernadette is very professional in her approach, identifying talent and understanding the needs of both the company and the candidate. Breakthrough take thorough attention and time when sourcing candidates ensuring it is truly the right fit for both parties and communicating effectively throughout the process. Bernadette is a pleasure to deal with and understands the market and the needs of the client providing valuable insight into candidate attraction and retention.”

Catherine Vallely | Divisional HR Director - Bunzl Ireland

"I have worked with Bernadette on a number of occasions over the last few years. Bernadette takes the time to get to know not only the business but the hiring managers requirements. Bernadette has worked exceptionally hard on each placement with us to ensure that the candidates presented are best matched to the role. I would have no hesitation in recommending Bernadette to any organisation to support them with their recruitment strategy. I thank her so much and it with immense gratitude I wake up every morning and can not wait to go to work... ”

Thomas Bogle | Retail Coach | Fashion, Sports, Wholesale | Director 7 Summits Consultancy

“I have had the pleasure of knowing Bernadette for a number of years and I find her passion, professionalism and business acumen second to none. When starting my consulting business, the support, direction, mentor-ship and encouragement given to me is one of the key reasons I am in business today. I have no hesitation is giving Bernadette a glowing recommendation and would encourage any business to engage in her companies services recruitment or otherwise.”

“I had the pleasure of working with Bernadette on a project recently & I found her to have the highest level of integrity and discipline. Her passion for recruitment is about bringing the right people together, and her wealth of knowledge on how to deliver this, is the cornerstone of her success. She wants the best outcome for both employers and candidates to insure long term relationships. Her attention to detail is exceptional and she will go above and beyond to help build the right connections. In the world of recruitment Bernadette is unique and I highly recommend her.”

Padraic Keaveney Applications Analyst at St. James's Hospital Dublin

“I can honestly recommend Bernadette as she embodies all that is good and 'true professionalism' in the world of recruitment. During my time in the jobs market before I secured my current role, Bernadette provided me with the guidance, knowledge and support that saw me secure a very suitable role that I am really happy with.

Bernadette is a true professional, has an in-ate ability and works tirelessly to match candidates with suitable roles, to ensure that the perfect match is made between candidates and employers. On a personal level, I have found Bernadette to be very approachable and it makes one feel at ease during the challenging times on the jobs market.”

“I have known and worked with Bernadette for many years and she provides the most unique service of any recruiter I have ever worked with. She is completely invested in placing the right people to the right businesses- this is her sole motivation. Her knowledge of the industry is extensive and impressive, and she has made finding excellent candidates incredibly easy. I would recommend her services without any hesitation.”

Brendan McAnerney CISSP IT Manager | Principal Consultant

“I have got to know Bernadette well and am extremely impressed by her absolute professionalism and dedication to her clients. She goes out of her way for each candidate and as a result they are much better candidates and have learned from the relationship she establishes with them. Bernadette provides value added services they will not get anywhere else and I would recommend anyone seeking employment to go through Breakthrough Recruitment. No one could work harder for her clients and I hope they appreciate the effort she puts in on their behalf.”