Job Market

AI Hiring in Ireland Nearly Doubles Amid Rapid Workforce Adoption

16/06/2026 Employee.ie

New research from PwC shows that artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the skills employers value most, increasing demand for distinctly human capabilities such as judgement, creativity, and leadership.

Unemployment climbs to highest level seen since 2021

20/11/2025 Employee.ie

The unemployment rate for people aged 15 to 65 rose to 5.3% in the third quarter of this year, up 0.8 percentage points from 4.5% in the same period of 2024.

AI Job Market in Ireland Expands Sharply Since 2023

06/11/2025 Employee.ie

A new report from the Expert Group on Future Skills Needs (EGFSN) has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI) jobs in Ireland have doubled since 2023, highlighting the country’s rapid growth in this key technology sector.

Ireland’s Unemployment Rate Rises to 5% in October — Highest in Over a Year

05/11/2025 Employee.ie

New figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show that Ireland’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 5% in October, up from 4.2% in the same month last year.

About 150 Amazon staff in Ireland affected by global job cuts

31/10/2025 Employee.ie

Around 150 Amazon employees in Ireland are expected to be affected by the company’s latest round of global job cuts.

Around 300 jobs at Nuvion Group at risk as company enters receivership

31/10/2025 Employee.ie

About 300 direct jobs are at risk at delivery and logistics firm Nuvion Group, which has entered receivership. Nuvion Group operates Parcel Connect, Fastway Couriers Ireland, and Nügo.

Around 40 IKEA Staff in Ireland Face Potential Redundancy

11/09/2025 Employee.ie

Approximately 40 Ireland-based employees at IKEA may face redundancy as the company looks to streamline management structures in some of its stores.

Galway Tech Firm Mbryonics to Create 125 New Jobs in Major Expansion

05/09/2025 Employee.ie

Galway-based technology company Mbryonics has announced plans to create 125 new jobs as part of a major expansion of its operations in the city.

PayPal to Create 100 New Data Science Roles in Dublin

24/07/2025 Employee.ie

Payments giant PayPal has announced the creation of 100 new data science jobs at its Dublin office as part of a major expansion tied to a newly established AI and fraud data science centre.

Microsoft to Cut Thousands of Jobs as It Boosts AI Investments

24/06/2025 Employee.ie

Microsoft is planning to reduce its workforce by thousands of employees, particularly in its sales division, as the tech giant streamlines operations amid growing investments in artificial intelligence.

Norwegian consultancy firm to create 200 new jobs across Ireland

08/04/2025 Employee.ie

A Norwegian energy consultancy, DNV, has announced plans to create 200 new jobs in Ireland over the next two years.

AECOM to Create 100 New Jobs in the Next Year

11/03/2025 Employee.ie

Infrastructure consulting firm AECOM plans to create 100 new jobs in Ireland over the next year.

The employment rate of women has more than doubled since 1998

09/03/2025 Employee.ie

New data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) reveals that the number of women in employment has more than doubled since 1998, reaching 1,310,600 in the fourth quarter of 2024—a 104.2% increase from 641,800 in the same period of 1998.

Up to 300 TikTok jobs at risk in Ireland

07/03/2025 Employee.ie

Around 300 jobs in TikTok’s Irish operations are at risk as the company undergoes global restructuring.

Fashion Retailer New Look to Exit Ireland, 347 Jobs at Risk

20/02/2025 Employee.ie

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

07/02/2025 Employee.ie

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

14/01/2025 Employee.ie

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

09/01/2025 Employee.ie

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

24/12/2024 Employee.ie

Circle K Offers Free Hot Drinks to Emergency Service Workers This Christmas

Claims of Job Losses 'Unfounded'

14/12/2024 Employee.ie

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

12/12/2024 Employee.ie

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

10/12/2024 Employee.ie

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

04/12/2024 Employee.ie

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

20/11/2024 Employee.ie

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

18/11/2024 Employee.ie

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

13/11/2024 Employee.ie

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

09/11/2024 Employee.ie

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

05/11/2024 Employee.ie

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

01/11/2024 Employee.ie

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

29/10/2024 Employee.ie

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

24/10/2024 Employee.ie

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

28/05/2024 Employee.ie

The hotel job market in Ireland in 2024 is thriving, with numerous opportunities available across a range of roles.

Nursing jobs in Ireland 2024

20/05/2024 Employee.ie

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

19/05/2024 Employee.ie

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

22/01/2024 Employee.ie

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

16/01/2024 Employee.ie

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

08/01/2024 Employee.ie

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

21/12/2023 Employee.ie

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

06/12/2023 Employee.ie

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

29/11/2023 Employee.ie

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

22/11/2023 Employee.ie

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

16/11/2023 Employee.ie

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.