Staffline Ireland acquired Hugh J. O’Boyle Training in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, The Irish News reported this week. In its Twitter feed, Staffline said the acquisition is the third of the year and it is now the second-largest employer in Northern Ireland.

“We are dedicated to empowering people, particularly young people, on their journey to work so we look forward to working with the Downpatrick community to boost employment and skills in the region,” Staffline Ireland’s Tina McKenzie told The Irish Times. Hugh J. O’Boyle will join Staffline’s PeoplePlus NI division.

Hugh J. O’Boyle provides training and recruitment services for school leavers and unemployed adults. It serves South and East Belfast and South Down.

Staffline ranks No. 46 on Staffing Industry Analysts list of the largest global staffing firms.