Eric joined the Vantage team in 2017 as an IT Resourcer. A graduate of Hospitality Management, Eric has extensive experience in Customer Service. Eric prides himself on his ability to engage with candidates and go above and beyond to meet and exceed their expectations. His role with Vantage is to ensure that all candidates requirements are met in a timely and professional manner.

Sam brings a wealth of HR and Recruitment experience to his role, having worked in the IT industry for over 10 years. He joined Vantage in 2004.  His role covers Account Management for many large corporate and public sector clients, bringing a wealth of experience in the sourcing, vetting and proposing of high calibre candidates within the constraints of tight client budgets. He is expert in utilising social media channels in the sourcing of superior IT professionals in both the local market and Internationally.

Amina is an enthusiastic and hardworking professional with over eight years of experience in a variety of fields ranging from IT, sales, tourism, business development, finance and management. Amina has joined the Vantage team as a Recruitment Consultant. Amina prides herself on her resourcefulness, relationship management skills and business education. All of these combined skills ensure that she exceeds client's expectations.

Simon Martin founded Vantage in 1995. He has been in the IT industry for over 30 years working for multiple large organizations both in Ireland and abroad. Prior to starting Vantage, he worked as an independent IT consultant in Ireland and internationally for IBM, CSC Computations, Bank of Ireland, Aer Lingus, Irish Permanent and AIB Bank. He has been personally involved in the delivery of large-scale IT projects and has worked closely with many customers as an Account Manager delivering high calibre IT professionals to support their in-house projects. 

Jason joined Vantage Resources in 2008 after working as a Senior Project Manager in the IT industry. After graduating with a Masters in Computer Science Jason spent over 12 years with international software companies in a wide range of roles working in Ireland, South America and the Middle East. He has extensive experience in software delivery across Business Analysis and Project Management, especially in the payment systems arena. 

Katie is the Marketing Manager in Vantage. Katie is a motivated and hard-working individual with experience in graphic design, marketing and communications. Katie is a firm believer in continuous learning and up-skilling; she is currently undergoing a Master’s in Graphic Design Practice. In recent years she has achieved a Level 8 Certificate in Digital Marketing, an Associate Diploma in Graphic Design and have completed courses in Adobe After Effects and Film Production. She also holds a BA in Creative and Cultural Industries from TU Dublin.

With over two decades of experience in financial control and business development, Craig is a seasoned and commercially minded, knowledgeable and innovative leader. Focused on implementing solid new strategies and financial best practices, he facilitates business growth and safeguards the company reputation. As Financial Controller with Vantage Resources since 2005, he has honed his skills in managing multiple currencies, making decisions in time-sensitive conditions, and leading interdisciplinary teams.  

Paul is a highly experienced senior IT professional with a comprehensive understanding of IT Management currently specialising in Software Quality Assurance and Testing. He has held a range of senior IT management roles covering the full lifecycle of major IT-enabled change from Operating Model design, Business Case development, Solution Design, IT Development, Software Quality through to Implementation Management. This experience ranges from an industry leading Financial Services organisation undergoing major transformation to the set-up of a small professional service company.

Derek is a business graduate of TCD, a qualified management accountant (ACMA) and holds an MBA from Smurfit Business school. He has 10 years Capital Markets experience in senior Finance & Project Management roles having worked in both London & Dublin. He developed, built and managed his own successful Digital Marketing Consultancy over a 15 year period. For the past 3 years Derek has worked as a specialist IT Recruiter focusing on technical and management roles. He focussed on supporting the build of agile teams for his clients across a range of Fintech & Technology sectors. Derek is currently Business Development Account Manager for Vantage Resources’ Software Quality Assurance & Testing division - Metis7.