Work life balance standout reason candidates will be attracted to new employer

Thu, Jun 17, 2021

As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, work life balance is now the standout reason candidates will be attracted to a potential new employer, according to a report conducted by search firm HRM. Of the 1,882 people surveyed, nine in ten (97%) respondents say a work life balance is influential in their decision on whether to engage with a new employer.

Cantec Group announces new Area Account Manager

Thu, Jun 17, 2021

David Garrihy has joined Cantec Group, providers of integrated hardware and software solutions as Area Account Manager for Galway and Clare. With offices across Ireland, David joins the team at an exciting time for the company following their recent merger with SmartOffice Technology.

Galway Chamber launches new campaign to bring forty FDI companies to the west

Thu, Jun 10, 2021

An ambitious new campaign, aimed at bringing 40 foreign direct investment companies to Galway, and the west, with the aim of generating c3,000 jobs over the next five years, has been launched.

Why Galway is an initiative from Galway Chamber which will target the domestic market, and companies from China, USA, Britain, and the EU. It will seek to grow the number of active enterprises in Galway to 16,500, creating an expected 3,000 additional FDI jobs, and increasing the numbers supported by local enterprises to 80,000.

Galway Chamber launches new campaign to bring 40 FDI companies to the west

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

An ambitious new campaign, aimed at bringing 40 foreign direct investment companies to Galway, and the west, with the aim of generating c3,000 jobs over the next five years, has been launched.

Most people in Galway would take job that requires vaccination

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

More than eight out of every 10 people - a total of 84 per cent - in Galway would take a job that required them to be vaccinated, a new survey has revealed.

HR On Call — empowering Irish businesses with the HR skills they need

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

HR On Call, which caters to the needs of businesses large and small, enables management to handle HR matters professionally and internally.

Founder Loretta Kenny said that her wealth of experience working in HR in the US and in Ireland will empower Irish companies witht he HR skills they need.

Easing of Covid restrictions a boost for confidence of business and society, says Ibec

Thu, Jun 03, 2021

Ibec, the group that represents Irish business, has said that announcement from Government of the further easing of Covid restrictions is a boost to the confidence of both business and society.

Ibec CEO Danny McCoy said this evening’s announcement is a positive reflection of the successful rollout of the vaccination programme across Ireland in recent months.

Supports must remain in place beyond June for businesses and workers, McDonald tells Galway Chamber

Thu, May 27, 2021

“Despite all of the challenges, the future is bright for Galway, and for Ireland, but only if the right decisions are made today. We have to get people back to work, we have to get enterprise back, we need to come out of this crisis with an ambition to build a national economy at the heart of which are our regional towns and cities.”

Canney welcomes extension of eligibility of Small Business Assistance Scheme for Covid

Thu, May 27, 2021

Extending the Small Business Assistance Scheme for Covid to include non-rateable premises is an “important” move.

Galway Clinic named in Ireland’s Best Employers list

Thu, May 27, 2021

Galway Clinic has been named among ‘Ireland’s Best Employers’ following a major nationwide survey involving the international market research firm, Statista.

More jobs promised as Intuity Technologies merges with myITdepartment

Thu, May 27, 2021

The merger was announced this week of one of Ireland’s fastest growing Managed IT providers, Intuity Technologies (Galway HQ) with myITdepartment, a Roscommon-based MSP with an eighteen-year track record in delivering independent IT services from desktop to data centre. This latest merger brings the Intuity Technologies team to 85 professionals and is the next step in a strategic growth plan for the business which will see new jobs created as the team expands and the customer base diversifies.

The merger sees two like-minded businesses, with a shared customer-first focus, come together to cater to the increasing needs and higher level of services required of a Post Covid-19 business customer. Intuity Technologies is leading the way as a Cloud First Managed IT Provider, this merger will enable the company to broaden its scope and approach to specialisation. Together, the businesses will deliver Managed IT, Managed Print, Business Solutions and Cyber Security solutions for SMEs throughout Ireland within multiple sectors.

Social impact fintech Pipit looks to crowdfund global expansion

Thu, May 27, 2021

Pipit Global, which is based in The Portershed in Eyre Square, has just launched a crowdfunding campaign on the Irish platform Spark Crowdfunding. The company is looking to raise €250k to fund further exponential growth in its partner network which will see the Irish start-up add another 30 countries to its global footprint.

Social impact fintech Pipit looks to crowdfund global expansion

Thu, May 20, 2021

Pipit Global, which is based in The Portershed in Eyre Square, has just launched a crowdfunding campaign on the Irish platform Spark Crowdfunding. The company is looking to raise €250k to fund further exponential growth in its partner network which will see the Irish start-up add another 30 countries to its global footprint.

Galway business community invited to learn how to thrive through digital transformation

Thu, May 13, 2021

Members of the business community throughout Galway are being invited to learn more about how they can thrive through digital transformation at an upcoming free online festival featuring leading business and technology speakers. This year’s itag AtlanTec Festival will reflect the surge towards digital business necessitated by the pandemic and explore how more companies and organisations can equip themselves for the future of work and the changed corporate environment post Covid-19.

Now in its seventh year, AtlanTec will run across five days from Monday 17th to Friday 21st May and will cover a diverse array of topics relevant to conducting business in 2021 and the years ahead. It will feature topics as diverse as networking in a changed world, the needs for a digital workplace, artificial intelligence, drone technology, quantum computing, data and analytics as well as the use of digital voice assistants. Last year more than 3,000 people participated in the festival.

Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment acknowledged by SFA for Employee Wellbeing Programme

Thu, May 13, 2021

Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment was a finalist in the Workplace Wellbeing category in the SFA National Business Awards 2021 which took place recently.

Tips for Galway businesses reopening as Covid-19 restrictions ease

Thu, May 13, 2021

As Ireland moves through the phased re-opening of businesses after the COVID-19 lockdown, there are a number of important areas that Galway employers need to focus on in order to meet their obligations. Every step must be taken to ensure your business opens safely for both customers and staff.

US IT company to create 25 new jobs in Galway

Thu, May 06, 2021

A total of 25 new jobs will be created over the next three years, after Oomnitza announced the establishment of its European Headquarters in Galway.

Galway Chamber shortlisted for six national awards

Thu, May 06, 2021

Galway Chamber has been shortlisted in five categories for the Chambers Ireland Chamber Awards 2021, sponsored by Zurich.

The shortlist demonstrates the strong level of activity that was maintained by Chambers around the country despite the difficulties presented by the ongoing pandemic.

Virtual Recruitment Ireland hugely successful Innovative way to recruit.

Tue, May 04, 2021

Looking for a new job or to develop your career? Virtual Recruitment Expo Online Job Fairs could be your ticket to success! Virtual Recruitment Expo goes live this month on Thursday, 13th May, 2021 between 10am and 4pm. Virtual Recruitment Expo is an online jobs fair connecting jobseekers with companies and recruitment firms. Their virtual recruitment events bring attendees together with employers, HR and personnel professionals from top organisations across Ireland and around the world, allowing candidates to explore an array of career opportunities.

Galway hoteliers call for detailed roadmap for reopening

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

Hotel and guesthouse owners in Galway and across the country are calling on the Government to clarify next week what the reopening of the sector will look like.

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