We’re delighted to announce that we are sponsors for the Large Business of the Year Award at the Greater Manchester Chamber Excellence Awards 2026.
The category aims to spotlight large organisation over 100 people that continue to lead with purpose, performance and people at its core. This award recognises excellence at scale, from strong leadership to positive economic and community impact.
Large Business of the Year Finalists: DASCO Construction, DACI Utilities Engineering Consultancy and Avoira
Join us and the Greater Manchester Chamber at the Celebrating Excellence event where we will be announcing the winners and celebrating thebusiness community – https://www.gmchamber.co.uk/events/excellence-awards-event
About Osborne Recruitment
Osborne is an award-winning international Recruitment and Talent Solutions consultancy committed to connecting exceptional talent with leading organisations.
Founded in Ireland and with operations across Ireland, Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom, Osborne provides specialist recruitment and talent solutions across a broad range of sectors and disciplines, partnering with organisations from ambitious SMEs to large national and international employers.
In 2026, we expanded our international footprint with the opening of our first UK office in Manchester, strengthening the ability to support organisations and talent across Greater Manchester, the Northwest and the wider UK market.
Driven by our purpose of Changing Lives, Osborne’s approach is built around its core values of Excellence, Growth, Integrity, Collaboration and Care, and its commitment to finding the Right Person, for the Right Job, No Compromise.
Shóna McManus, Group CEO & Owner of Osborne Recruitment, said:
“We are incredibly proud to sponsor the Large Business of the Year Award and to celebrate organisations that are making such a significant contribution to the Greater Manchester economy.
“At Osborne, we believe that great businesses are built by great people. Behind sustainable growth, innovation and exceptional performance are talented individuals, strong leadership teams and cultures that enable people and businesses to succeed. This award recognises businesses that are demonstrating exactly that – combining ambition and commercial success with a meaningful impact on their employees, customers and communities.
“Greater Manchester is an exciting and ambitious region with a thriving business community, which was a key factor in our decision to establish Osborne’s first UK office here. As we continue to grow our presence in the UK, we want to play an active role in the region, building relationships, supporting employers, creating opportunities for talent and contributing to its continued economic success.
“Congratulations to Avoira, DACI Utilities Engineering Consultancy and DASCO Construction on reaching the final. Being shortlisted in such a competitive category is a significant achievement and we look forward to celebrating with all of the finalists at the Excellence Awards.”
Osborne officially established our first UK office in Manchester in 2026 as part of the company’s continued international growth. The Manchester operation is led by Ben Toynton, Recruitment & Business Manager, who is focused on developing long-term partnerships with employers and candidates across Greater Manchester and the wider Northwest.
Ben Toynton, Recruitment & Business Manager, Osborne Manchester, added:
“Since establishing our Manchester office, we have experienced first-hand the ambition, energy and collaborative spirit that exists across Greater Manchester’s business community.
“For us, being part of this region is about much more than having an office here. We want Osborne to become a long-term partner to Greater Manchester businesses, helping organisations access the talent and skills they need to grow while creating exciting career opportunities for people across the region.
“The Large Business of the Year finalists are fantastic examples of the calibre of organisations operating here, and I’m delighted that Osborne has the opportunity to recognise and celebrate their achievements.”
