How can I support you?

Application Forms

Creating tailored, competency-based application forms that highlight your experience, achievements, and suitability for the role.

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Competency Based Interviews

Building confidence through personalised interview coaching, mock interviews and practical feedback tailored to your target role.

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CV, Cover Letter & LinkedIn

Developing professional CVs, tailored cover letters and optimised LinkedIn profiles that strengthen your personal brand and maximise interview opportunities.

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Presentation Coaching

Supporting you to develop engaging presentations and deliver them with confidence, clarity, and impact.

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Job Search Strategy

Providing practical guidance to identify opportunities, navigate recruitment processes and achieve your career goals.

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Psychometric Career Assessments

Using psychometric assessments to identify strengths, clarify career direction and support informed career decisions.

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Take the Next Step in Your Career

Whether you are preparing for promotion, applying for a new role or planning your next career move, I would be delighted to discuss how I can help.

Tailored Career Coaching for Every Step of Your Transition

Career progression can be exciting, but it can also feel competitive and overwhelming. Whether you are applying for your first management role, preparing for promotion or pursuing a senior leadership position, presenting yourself effectively at every stage of the recruitment process can make the difference between being shortlisted and securing the role.

With over 25 years’ experience spanning industry, education, and professional coaching, I have helped professionals across the public and private sectors achieve meaningful career progression. Having successfully coached clients across every stage of the public sector career pathway, from Clerical Officer through to Assistant Secretary, as well as HSE leadership and university appointments, I understand the unique requirements, competency frameworks, and expectations at every stage of the recruitment process.

My practical, personalised approach is tailored to every client. Together, we will identify your strengths, highlight your achievements, and develop a strategy that gives you the confidence to perform at your very best. Whether that is completing competency-based application forms, preparing for interview, developing presentations, strengthening your CV, cover letter and LinkedIn profile, or using psychometric assessments to gain greater self-awareness, my focus is always on helping you present the very best version of yourself.

I have helped clients secure promotions across the public and private sectors, progress into leadership roles and achieve career goals they once thought were beyond reach. My goal is for every client to leave with greater clarity, confidence, and the practical tools to perform at their very best throughout the recruitment process.

Maria Ryan

Founder, Brand New Horizons
Adjunct Lecturer | University of Limerick & DCU
Leadership, Career & Organisational Development Consultant

Working with Maria was invaluable as I transitioned from academia to the public sector. Her guidance at both the application and interview stages was clear, thoughtful and highly practical. She was incredibly responsive and accommodating, offering detailed feedback that helped me refine my approach and gain confidence.

Thanks to her support, I was invited to both interviews I applied for, received strong scores and feedback in each, and ultimately secured a new position. I’d highly recommend her to anyone navigating a career change or preparing for high-stakes interviews.

Sarah Parker, PhD, Research Manager, LGMA
Maria has a wealth of experience and a fantastic ability to both positively challenge and impart valuable information. Her advice, support and interview preparation was instrumental in helping me secure a new senior leadership role.
Michael Walsh
Before working with Maria I had numerous competency-based interviews without success. Her coaching completely changed my approach. I got the job, and the interview board commented that my level of interview preparation was evident throughout.
Jim Clancy, Supervisor, RSA

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Take the Next Step in Your Career

Whether you are preparing for promotion, applying for a new role, or planning your long-term career, I would be delighted to discuss how I can help you achieve your career goals with confidence.