Reading Time: < 1 minute On Wednesday, November 5th, from 12:00 to 13:00, join Julius Probst, Economist for The Stepstone Group, and Chris Paye, Country Director at IrishJobs, for our latest webinar, “Hiring Trends Update: What’s changing and how to stay ahead.”
Reading Time: 6 minutes The Hiring Trends Update is here!
The new bi-annual format explore key labour market trends in Ireland every six months, unpacking what they mean for employers and recruiters. Alongside fresh data and expert commentary, each edition comes with actionable advice to help you hire smarter, faster, and more effectively.
In this edition, we have gathered insights from 500 HR leaders and 1,000 candidates in Ireland, focusing on current market trends, in-demand roles and skills, and what employers can expect in 2026, and how to prepare for hiring success.
Reading Time: 5 minutes In today’s competitive hiring landscape, employers are constantly seeking more efficient, effective ways to secure top talent. One often-underused strategy that continues to deliver strong results is the employee referral scheme.
Reading Time: 2 minutes Dealing with a high volume of job applications can be overwhelming. Without the right tools, it’s easy for candidate communication to slip through the cracks – leading to delays, drop-offs, and even reputational damage. At the same time, sifting through piles of unsuitable applications wastes valuable time and slows down your hiring process.
Reading Time: 6 minutes With only 22% of recruiters receiving high-quality applications for their most recent hire, what factors influence application quality and how can businesses improve it? Our most recent study on application quality looks at where quality gets lost in applications and the common indicators recruiters look for when matching applicants with open roles. We will explore how recruiters define application quality, what factors impact it and the areas businesses can improve on to get better quality applications.
Reading Time: 6 minutes Discover 11 key recruitment KPIs that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the candidate experience.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Shortlisting candidates helps to eliminate the risk of bias and speed up hiring. Learn more about the shortlisting process in our comprehensive guide.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Interviews remain the cornerstone of hiring decisions, yet they are also among the most subjective stages of the recruitment process. Bias, inconsistencies, and “gut feelings” often creep in, leading to poor hiring outcomes.
As competition for top talent grows fiercer and diversity goals sharpen, learning how to objectively assess interviews is no longer optional. It’s essential.
Reading Time: 5 minutes Attracting the right candidates starts with writing job requirements that are clear, realistic, and appealing. However, the latest research from IrishJobs reveals that less than one in three recruiters receive high-quality applications for their most recent hire. With hiring costs and competition for talent at record highs, getting your job requirements right is more important than ever.
Reading Time: 5 minutes An effective employer brand is crucial to attracting and retaining top talent in a competitive market. Learn how to enhance your with five proven strategies.