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Best Recruitment Agencies in Ireland
Find top recruitment and staffing agencies in Ireland. Whether you're looking for specialized talent or general hiring support, explore experienced recruitment firms that understand the local market and can help you build the perfect team.
Agency | Specialization | Country | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Consulting +6 more | |||
Network Security +6 more | |||
Recruitment +3 more | |||
Recruitment +13 more | |||
Architecture and Construction +53 more | |||
Recruitment +9 more | |||
Engineering +23 more | |||
Payroll +3 more | |||
Finance +16 more | |||
Finance +18 more | |||
Architecture and Construction +10 more | |||
Business +5 more | |||
Architecture and Construction +13 more | |||
Technical Support and Services +2 more |
Ireland's
Economic indicators
25
World ranked
Ireland ranks 25 in the world by current economic output
$545.6bn
Nominal GDP (US$)
GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.
14
EMEA ranked
Ireland is ranked 14 in EMEA by economic output in the region
GDP growth (%)
GDP growth explained
The chart compares how GDP has grown for Ireland, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.
2.4%
Current rate
▼ 2.8% reduction
Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.
Ireland's inflation rate
26 weeks
Maternity leave
Ireland offers 26 weeks paid maternity leave, extendable by 16 unpaid weeks, and 2 weeks paid paternity leave. Parents can also take 26 weeks of unpaid parental leave until the child turns 12 or 16 if disabled.
5 days
Sick leave
Ireland grants employees 5 days of paid sick leave at 70% of salary (max 110/day), after 13 weeks of work. Beyond that, Illness Benefit can be sought. Entitlement will rise to 10 days by 2026; part-time staff get the full allowance.
Cost of living
Cost of living index explained
The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.
Ireland's
Labor market
Ireland vs world population age distribution
5.1m
Population
Ireland has a population of about 5.1m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.
10 days
Minimum annual holidays
Minimum annual holidays reflect mandated leave. Hiring in countries with high allowances (over 25 days) may require emphasizing work-life balance when recruiting.
31 hrs
Average working full time week
Standard work is 8 hours/day and 40 hours/week, with a max of 48 hours/week. Overtime isn't mandatory and is defined by the employment agreement, which can include financial compensation or future paid time off.
4.3%
Current percentage
▼ 0.1% reduction
Ireland's unemployment rate is healthy, indicating a well functioning labor market with good job opportunities for most people. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a small decrease in unemployment, suggesting continued economic stability with a slight improvement in job availability
Unemployment rate
Ireland's
Top performing companies and industries
Top performing companies
- CRH plc
- Medtronic
- Accenture
Top industries
- pharmaceuticals
- computer hardware and software
- chemicals
Ratio of males to females (by age)
70 / 60
Male
In Ireland there is a medium gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating moderate inequality with some progress towards gender parity.
Ireland's
Religion and ethnicity
Religion
In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.
Ethnicity
In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.