Job Market

Fashion Retailer New Look to Exit Ireland, 347 Jobs at Risk
Fashion retailer New Look has announced its exit from the Irish market, putting 347 employees across the country at risk of redundancy.
PTSB to reduce around 300 jobs this year
PTSB is set to cut around 300 jobs this year as part of a voluntary redundancy program launched last year.
Meta plans to reduce its global workforce by 5% by cutting its "lowest performing" employees
Meta is reportedly planning to cut around five per cent of staff it deems as its lowest performers.
Unemployment Rate Increases to 4.2% in December
New figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) reveal that the national unemployment rate edged up to 4.2% in December, compared to 4.1% in November.
Circle K Offers Free Hot Drinks to Emergency Service Workers This Christmas
Circle K Offers Free Hot Drinks to Emergency Service Workers This Christmas
Claims of Job Losses 'Unfounded'
PTSB has rejected claims made by the Financial Services Union (FSU) that up to 500 jobs could be cut at the bank, calling these assertions unfounded.
Construction Jobs Dominate Most In-Demand Roles of the Year
New research indicates that construction jobs were among the most in-demand professions in 2024, as the sector grapples with a growing skills shortage.
Over 25% of Irish Pension Recipients in 2023 Continued Working
More than a quarter of Irish people who began receiving the old-age pension in 2023 continued to work, according to a new report by the European Commission.
Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.1% in November
The unemployment rate in Ireland dropped to 4.1% in November from 4.2% in October, according to new figures released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) today.
Employment Rate Reaches Record High in Q3
Employment in the country has reached a new all-time high, according to the latest figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO).
Abbott Unveils New Kilkenny Manufacturing Facility, Creating 800 Jobs
Abbott has officially opened a cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Kilkenny, marking a major milestone in its diabetes care business. The launch ceremony was attended by the Taoiseach, Simon Harris, and Abbott’s chairman and CEO, Robert Ford.
Tourism Recruitment Sees Further Improvement, Though Challenges Persist
New research from Fáilte Ireland reveals that recruitment and retention challenges in the tourism sector have eased for the third consecutive year.
Government Approves Pay Increases for Construction Workers
The Government has officially endorsed a recommendation from the Labour Court to introduce new minimum pay rates, pension entitlements, and sick pay provisions for the construction industry.
In 2023, Dublin reported the highest median annual earnings at €47,873
New data released today by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) reveals that Dublin had the highest median earnings in 2023, with a figure of €47,873.
Microsoft is set to create 550 new engineering and research and development positions in Ireland
Microsoft plans to create an additional 550 engineering and research and development jobs at its Dublin office.
Waste management firm Beauparc is set to create 300 new jobs
Beauparc, the parent company of Panda, Greenstar, and Irish Packaging Recycling, has unveiled plans to invest over €300 million in its facilities over the next four years.
The Irish data protection authority has imposed a €310 million fine on LinkedIn
The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has levied fines totaling €310 million against LinkedIn following an investigation into the platform's management of users' personal data for behavioral analysis and targeted advertising.
Hotel jobs in Ireland in 2024
The hotel job market in Ireland in 2024 is thriving, with numerous opportunities available across a range of roles.
Nursing jobs in Ireland 2024
Nursing jobs in Ireland are expected to remain abundant and diverse in 2024, driven by ongoing healthcare reforms and a focus on strengthening the workforce.
IT jobs in Ireland in 2024
In 2024, the IT job market in Ireland is robust and growing, with various roles in high demand across multiple sectors. Key areas of growth include data science, software engineering, and web development.
Hardest to fill jobs in Ireland
According to new data, the most challenging jobs to fill are instrumentation engineers, advertising reviewers, and mechanical and electrical project managers.
Employment prospects are predicted to expand by 8% this year
Employment prospects are predicted to increase by 8% in the coming year, although increasing pressure on wages is also expected to persist.
A rise in work-related deaths, with 43 people dying last year
According to new data from the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), 43 persons died as a result of workplace accidents in 2023.
The government implements significant modifications to the work permit system
In an effort to address the skills gap in a variety of crucial areas amid full employment in the economy, the government has announced the largest ever expansion of the employment permit system.
The unemployment rate increased to 4.8% in November, according to the CSO
The country's unemployment rate increased to 4.8% in November, up from a revised rate of 4.7% in October, according to new Central Statistics Office data released today.
Weekly earnings increased by 4.6% in the third quarter, according to CSO
According to new Central Statistics Office (CSO) data, workers' average weekly earnings increased 4.6% between July and September compared to the same period last year.
Mechanical workers have agreed to a 12.7% pay increase
Plumbers, pipefitters, and welders have agreed to pay increases totaling 12.7% in a contract that runs from January 2023 to December 2026.
Women in the EU continue to be paid 13% less than men
Women in the European Union are paid 13% less than men doing the same job on average, despite equal pay being a requirement under EU law, according to the European Commission.