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McDonald's launches campaign celebrating young workforce skills as youth unemployment persists
A fast food chain employing over 100,000 staff under 25 has launched an advertising campaign celebrating young workers' skills and contributions. The documentary-style initiative aims to challenge Generation Z workplace stereotypes and highlight essential skills development.
Irish construction firm partners with mental health charity for on-site wellbeing initiative
An Irish construction company has partnered with a mental health charity to deliver wellbeing awareness on-site. The initiative brings experienced tradespeople to construction sites sharing lived experiences and promoting conversations around mental health and physical wellbeing.
CPM Ireland wins Best Use of Digital Transformation and AI at HR Leadership & Management Awards 2025
Commended for its sophisticated HR digital transformation last year, CPM Ireland was named winner of Best Use of Digital Transformation and AI at the HR Leadership & Management Awards 2025, demonstrating how strategic technology integration can deliver measurable workforce outcomes as the sector looks ahead to 2026. The award-winning initiative combined operational excellence with innovative technology, integrating Cascade, Articulate360, and Copilot to streamline onboarding, learning, performance management, and retention across a complex, high-volume workforce environment.
Shropshire HR consultancy unveils rebrand as client base exceeds 100
A UK-based HR consultancy has unveiled a new identity following expansion to over 100 clients and limited company status. The Telford firm recently appointed an office manager as part of continued growth supporting business services sector.
AI startup completes employee tender offer at $4.5bn valuation as workforce exceeds 300
A US-based AI customer support startup is completing its first employee tender offer at $4.5 billion valuation, allowing more than 300 staff members to sell vested shares. The transaction aligns investor demand with rapid workforce growth.
Indian garment manufacturer empowers 4,000 women through workforce development programme
An Indian garment manufacturer has created employment for over 4,000 women in Jharkhand with plans to expand to 12,000. The company maintains 90% female workforce composition with women holding nearly half of mid-level management positions.
Lidl announces €11m workforce investment with 4% total rewards increase
A supermarket retailer has announced an €11 million investment in employee pay increases across Ireland, benefiting 5,500 employees. The investment includes salary rises and enhanced benefits including pension contributions, private healthcare and personal insurance coverage.
Northern Ireland agricultural college launches water quality training for agri-professionals
A Northern Ireland agricultural college has launched water quality training for agri-professionals working with farmers. The initiative strengthens knowledge and promotes best practice as part of a sustainable agriculture programme supporting professional development.
Shannon-based digital agency opens Dublin office as workforce expansion accelerates
An Ireland-based digital marketing agency has opened a Dublin office following a major client win with Tesco Ireland. The Shannon-headquartered company now employs 60 people and plans to attract additional talent through its capital presence.
Mater Misericordiae University Hospital wins Most Effective Recruitment & Retention Strategy at HR Leadership & Management Awards 2025
Acknowledged for its ambitious Rock Wing expansion programme last year, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital was named winner of Most Effective Recruitment & Retention Strategy at the HR Leadership & Management Awards 2025, demonstrating how collaborative workforce planning can deliver complex healthcare infrastructure goals as the sector looks ahead to 2026. The award-winning initiative addressed the critical challenge of recruiting 350 nurses by the end of 2024 to support the opening of the new Rock Wing, combining strategic workforce planning with multidisciplinary collaboration to meet aggressive timelines in a competitive talent market.
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