Paul O’Shaughnessy is the founder and Managing Director of MAP Talent, one of Sydney’s leading technology recruitment agencies.

Over the past decade, Paul has built MAP Talent from the ground up - taking it from $0 revenue and no external investment to a $20 million per annum business that partners with some of Australia’s most recognised brands.

His journey reflects relentless ambition, unwavering belief, and a commitment to building a high-performance culture that delivers exceptional results.

With 20 years’ experience in technology, digital transformation, and executive search recruitment, Paul has placed hundreds of professionals into roles that have driven innovation and large-scale growth across Australian enterprises.

Known for building high-performing teams, he combines deep industry expertise with a sharp commercial mindset and a no-nonsense, trust-driven approach to recruitment.

Before entering recruitment, Paul competed as a professional footballer at the elite level, facing world-class talents including Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes, and Cristiano Ronaldo. That experience shaped his leadership style - instilling discipline, resilience, and an unrelenting drive to win — values that now underpin MAP Talent’s DNA.

Paul’s approach has positioned MAP Talent as a trusted partner to major organisations, consistently delivering results at pace and scale without compromising on quality.

Under his leadership, MAP has launched its hallmark performance culture initiative, MAP Mentality: Be Part of the top 1%, setting elite standards across every facet of the business.

Away from the office, Paul is deeply family-oriented, fiercely competitive, and dedicated to personal growth.

Whether coaching on the football field or leading in business, he thrives on driving performance, empowering people, and building something truly impactful.