US tech firm ServiceNow to create 400 jobs

US tech firm ServiceNow, a cloud-based platform that helps companies manage their digital workflow, is set to create 400 new jobs in Ireland over the next three years. The company’s plans for additional expansion in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa coincide with the decision to boost staff at this location. The recently announced roles … Read more

HSE launches international campaign to recruit 400 consultants to Ireland

The HSE has started a national and international recruiting drive to find consultants for the Irish health sector, and is pleading with many medical professionals working overseas to come back. The new initiative, which focuses on the new public consultant contract, seeks to fill 400 openings this year. In addition to a highly competitive industry, … Read more

Tesco Ireland slashes prices on 700 products in an attempt to combat inflation and cost-of-living crisis

The retail giant Tesco is all set to slash the prices of over 700 items in-store and online with an average price decrease of 10 per cent. This includes a wide range of Tesco’s own-brand products and brands – from grocery staples to household and health and beauty products. The store is cutting prices in an effort … Read more

Dublin Airport hiring security officers with decent wages and brilliant perks for busy summer

This summer, Dublin Airport is hiring security personnel to add to its workforce in the capital. The airport is now paying a starting salary of €33,112 and hourly earnings of €15.88 (including shift pay). At Dublin Airport, the Airport Search Unit Officer plays a crucial role in maintaining the safe and effective flow of travellers … Read more

Volume of retail sales up by 2.8% in April

Retail sales volume increased by 2.8% in April, according to new data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). This is an increase of 7.5% compared to April 2022, with sales increasing by 0.5% from March and 0.4% from the previous year. The highest monthly volume rise in sales in April came from bars with a … Read more

H&MV Engineering to create 700 new jobs as it opens Limerick base

H&MV Engineering, working in the energy market, is opening a new global headquarters in Limerick and will create 700 jobs in its Irish and international operations over the next five years. With 5GW of projects presently in the design and construction phases, H&MV Engineering, a design firm that specialised in projects like data centres, claims … Read more

Production of hydrogen e-fuels could create 10,000 Irish jobs

A recent study reveals that by 2050, the manufacture of sustainable aviation fuels made from hydrogen for use in aircraft and shipping could result in the creation of 10,500 jobs nationwide. According to Hydrogen Mobility Ireland’s research, creating domestically used fuels might boost the Irish economy by up to €230 million annually. This would increase … Read more

Fears of further job cuts at Meta’s Irish operation

The social networking giant is expected to announce details of its most recent round of layoffs, raising concerns that more jobs may be lost at Meta’s Irish unit. The parent company of Facebook is anticipated to notify employees of the layoffs later today. The company’s staff would be reduced by about 10,000 individuals, according to … Read more

Boston Scientific to create over 400 jobs with €80m investment in Clonmel site

The US medical technology giant Boston Scientific has announced an €80m investment in its Clonmel site, which is expected to create more than 400 new jobs in Ireland within the next three years. The funds will be used to increase production capacity and office space, and hiring has already started in a number of fields, … Read more

US firm to invest €630m in Limerick, around 600 jobs expected

With the opening of a new R&D and production facility, US semiconductor giant Analogue Devices is significantly boosting the number of employees in Limerick. The corporation is spending €630 million to build the 45,000 square foot building at its European regional headquarters in Limerick’s Raheen Business Park. With the addition of 600 new employment from … Read more

Chinese firm Shein to add 30 jobs at new Dublin EMEA Hub

Shein, a major Chinese online retailer of clothing, has opened an EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) headquarters in Dublin. According to the company, the city centre office will house Shein’s regional strategic IT centre and serve as the focus of the enterprise’s EMEA activities. Shein plans to hire 30 people in Dublin by the … Read more

Recruitment for Review Officer for the Garda Compensation Review Panel

The Minister for Justice is recruiting practising barristers and solicitors for the part-time position of Review Officer on the Garda Compensation Review Panel. The Garda Síochána (Compensation) Act 2022 (“the Act”) commenced on the 10 April 2023. The new 2022 Act repealed and replaced the Garda Síochána (Compensation) Acts 1941-1945 and introduced a new statutory scheme that … Read more

New electric car sales increased by 46% so far this year, figures show

Based on recent data, the number of registrations for electric vehicles in Ireland have increased by 46% so far this year. According to the Central Statistics Office, there were 9,828 new electric vehicles in the first four months of this year compared to 6,748 in the first four months of 2022. In comparison to 13% … Read more

Are you facing “greedflation”—increased prices?

Greedflation is the new word for when companies exploit inflation as a justification to increase their profit margins. Especially in light of the fact that customers are facing a problem caused by cost of living, companies view it as cynical. Also, the European Central Bank has issued a warning, noting that it is “closely” monitoring … Read more