Managing Director

Ruth McDonald has a 20-year track record in the Northern Ireland recruitment sector with significant experience in successfully delivering executive search and selection solutions to appoint leaders with organisations from PLCs and FDI-backed market entrants to family-owned and start-up businesses. Ruth works in partnership with senior stakeholders and business owners, with relationships built on credibility, trust and a genuine interest in both clients and candidates. Her experience in executive recruitment spans a wide range of market sectors placing leaders at C-Suite, Director and Senior Manager level. Ruth is passionate about people development and is a qualified L&D practitioner. She oversees all Narratology project delivery to ensure a market-leading experience for both clients and candidates.

Research Consultant

Dean Jones brings an extensive background in professional research, providing invaluable business insights to clients across diverse industries. He specialises in identifying and tracking executive-level talent, analysing market trends, and delivering the latest industry intelligence. Before joining Narratology, Dean established a proven track record in the recruitment sector, with expertise in talent intelligence and research. His work has consistently produced market insights to support senior stakeholders’ recruitment strategies. Dean holds a BA in International Politics and Conflict Studies from Queen’s University Belfast.

Business Support Executive

As a Business Support Executive, Briana Doherty serves as a key point of contact at Narratology. Briana supports the team’s day-to-day operations and maintains trusted relationships with both clients and candidates. In addition to supporting marketing initiatives and digital communications, she plays an essential role in project coordination and client service delivery. Briana is also involved in maintaining internal compliance processes and ensuring best practices are followed across various aspects of Narratology. Briana graduated from Queen's University Belfast with a BSc in Biological Sciences and previously worked in a business development role.

Our Team

NARRATOLOGY IS RELIANT ON TEAM WORK.

Narratology is reliant on team work. Every team member has been recruited based on their relevant experience and their personal attitudes to ensure a seamless and positive experience for client companies and candidates. Every role is equally important, every idea or suggestion very welcome. Our drive and enthusiasm creates possibility and unleashes potential. Mutual respect and appreciation in our firm is vital to produce the desired results. We’re writing our own story.

For a confidential discussion about career opportunities please contact Ruth at r.mcdonald@narratologyexec.com

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