TP ICAP
MCS Group supported TP ICAP in building its Belfast technology centre, delivering 200 hires in 2.5 years across multiple functions. Recruitment quality and speed improved dramatically — interview-to-offer ratio cut from 9:1 to 2:1, time-to-hire reduced from 50 to 28 days — making MCS integral to the centre’s long-term success.
“MCS Group has been integral to the success of our Belfast operation, providing talent, advice, and a focus on cultural fit that’s built a lasting partnership.”
200
Hires delivered in 2.5 years
64
%
Interview period cut by
28
Average days to hire (down from 50)
TP ICAP Belfast: Building a Global Hub
Where operational excellence meets long-term growth
The Belfast centre was designed to provide development and technical support for TP ICAP’s international business. With services migrating in two distinct phases from London, the priority was to establish a skilled workforce capable of delivering both immediate and future needs.
MCS Group worked closely with TP ICAP stakeholders to design a phased approach. This ensured every stage of hiring aligned with project milestones, allowing TP ICAP to scale effectively without compromising on quality or culture.
Guidance when it mattered most
Recruiter insight in action
MCS Group supported not only with hiring but also with advice around brand marketing, benchmarking, and candidate experience. This wider scope of support gave TP ICAP the tools to attract, assess, and retain top-tier talent while strengthening its employer brand in the Belfast market.
Tailored advice that makes a difference
By focusing on both skills and cultural fit, MCS Group ensured hires were not just technically strong but embedded for long-term success.
Supporting operational growth in financial services
MCS Group is committed to supporting businesses like TP ICAP as they scale and adapt in complex global markets. By combining sector expertise with precision hiring, we help clients build teams that deliver long-term value.
If you’d like to learn more about how MCS Group can support your organisation with operational hiring and transformation projects, get in touch with our team today.
Key Results
200 hires in 2.5 years
Technology, Finance, Accountancy, Compliance, Onboarding
- Interview-to-offer ratio: 2:1 (improved from 9:1 pre-MCS)
- Interview period: 8 days (cut from 22 days)
- Average time to hire: 28.3 days (down from 50 days)
Working with MCS Group has been integral to the success of the Belfast operation. From day one we have worked with the team to provide us with talent and critical advice around core business areas from marketing our brand, to benchmarking, and improving the candidate experience. They take pride in getting the details right. We have now worked with them for six years, value the relationship and look forward to partnering in the future.