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The Life Sciences industry in Ireland is experiencing robust growth in 2024, with significant investments and job announcements from both global giants and innovative startups during the first half of 2024 📈 Some key highlights 👇🏼 🍀 Irish companies APC and VLE Therapeutics investing €100m, creating 300 jobs. 🧬 Pharma giant Bristol Myers Squibb's €400m investment, adding 350 jobs. 🔬 MedTech startups NeuroBell and EnteraSense Limited securing substantial funding. 👩🏼🔬 Contract Manufacturer PCI Pharma Services' major expansion in Co Meath. 🧪 NIBRT National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training's launch of a cutting-edge advanced therapies research and training facility. These announcements so far in 2024 highlight a vibrant pharmaceutical ecosystem that's driving forward research and manufacturing to improve patient lives ♥️ Read our full article here 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/eDQNAs_V 

♻️ Introducing our latest report: “Navigating Sustainability: Insights for Talent Acquisition Strategies”. We conducted surveys with both employers and employees to uncover valuable insights into how sustainability impacts recruitment and retention. 🔎 What’s inside… ✅ Analysis of how employees value sustainability in potential employers. ✅ Insights into the sustainability practices that attract top talent. ✅ How employees considering a new job would you like to learn about a company's sustainability efforts. ✅ Comparative perspectives from employers and employees on sustainability. ✅ Practical recommendations for integrating sustainability into your recruitment process. ✅ Strategies for leveraging sustainability to boost employee retention. Don't miss out on these insights that can give your organisation a competitive edge in the talent market 🌱 📥 Download here 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/gVwNJixR #Sustainability #TalentAcquisition #Recruitment #SustainableBusiness #MasonAlexander

Great news from TechIreland! Irish tech start-ups raised nearly €400M in Q2 2024, the best performance since Q2 2022. This is a huge jump from €169M in Q1 and surpasses the €323M raised in the same period last year. In total, €552M was secured by 147 companies in the first half of 2024 🚀 Key highlights: 💡 Series B rounds saw €275M raised by six companies. 💡 Record-breaking growth rounds with major deals for SyOx Therapeutics (€70.3M), Accounts IQ (€60M), GridBeyond (€52 million), Tines (€45 million), and XOcean (€45 million). 💡 Dublin-based companies led with 67% of the total funding. 💡 Top sectors: enterprise software (€127M), health (€116M), and fintech (€71.6M). Read the full story here 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/e7BXHPUi #IrishTech #StartUps #Innovation #Funding #TechIreland #MasonAlexander

Our Finance desk is hopping 📈 If you're interested in any of the below roles please reach out to Dylan P.. 📧 d.philpott@masonalexander.ie 😀 #InvestmentJobs #PrivateCredit #PrivateEquity #IrishJobs #DublinJobs #MasonAlexander

Excellent article by Anne-marie Tierney-Le Roux, emphasising the critical need to develop Cyber talent within organisations. As threats continue to evolve, so must our skills and strategies. Investing in a well-trained cybersecurity workforce is not just an operational need but a strategic imperative. At Mason Alexander, we are dedicated to helping businesses build and develop robust cyber teams equipped to handle today's challenges and tomorrow's uncertainties. If you're looking to build or develop your cyber teams, please feel free to reach out to Ian Donnelly, our Cyber Security recruitment expert 📧 i.donnelly@masonalexander.ie Read the full article here 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/eEta4tda #CyberSecurity #TalentDevelopment #DigitalFuture #CyberTalent #MasonAlexander

Ireland's Pharma and Medical industry has bounced back in recent months with a 21% increase in exports this May compared to last year. Major players like Boston Scientific and Thermo Fisher are raising their profit forecasts, due to the growing demand for heart devices and non-urgent surgeries that were postponed during the pandemic 👩🏻⚕️ Boston Scientific announced last year that it would create 400 new jobs in Clonmel and invest €80m in expanding its manufacturing and R&D capabilities. Meanwhile, Thermo Fisher Scientific reported better-than-expected Q2 profits, bolstered by demand for its clinical trial tools and services 📈 These developments highlight the industry's resilience and its crucial role in driving economic growth in Ireland 🇮🇪 Read the full news report here 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/gBzBrGJK For further insights, career opportunities, and top talent in this thriving industry, please reach out to our Life Sciences recruitment team today 👇🏼 🌟 Mary Joyce (m.joyce@masonalexander.ie) – Director & Head of the Life Sciences👩🏼🔬 🌟 Ciana Croker (c.croker@masonalexander.ie) – Pharma & Biotech 🧬  🌟 Tara Toomey (t.toomey@masonalexander.ie) – MedTech Quality & Design Assurance 🔬 🌟 Killian Dempsey (k.dempsey@masonalexander.ie) – MedTech Contract Recruiter 🧫 🌟 Danielle Quinn (d.quinn@masonalexander.ie) – MedTech Engineering Delivery 🧪 #Medtech #Pharma #EconomicGrowth #Ireland #MasonAlexander #Jobs #LifeSciences

📣 We are delighted to announce the launch of our new website 🌐 With a relentless focus on delivering optimal outcomes for both clients and candidates, Mason Alexander continues to innovate and enhance our services across our core expertise of Technology, Life Sciences, Financial Services and Business Support. Our new platform reflects our commitment to a technology-driven, relationship-centric approach; leveraging our extensive networks and market knowledge to connect job seekers with top-tier opportunities, and employers with high-quality talent 🤝 Visit www.masonalexander.ie today to discover how we can help you achieve your dream career or hiring goals 📈 #MasonAlexander #Recruitment #TalentAcquisition #JobSearch

Congratulations to our June Employee of the Month... Daire Connolly 🥳 "Well done to Dáire on winning June's employee of the month. He had a fantastic month where his hard work and dedication really paid off. Anyone who is lucky enough to work with Dáire knows how talented he is, he always gives 100% and takes huge pride in supporting and delivering for his customers. As a manager, he leads by example through his commitment, drive and hard work. Well deserved Dáire, keep up the great work." – James Lynch, COO #EmployeeofTheMonth #MasonAlexander #congrats #MarketExpert #GreatPlaceToWork

Research from Accenture shows a surge in technology job postings so far this year, with a 16.3% increase observed over the past six months. This research also found a 142% increase in demand for AI professionals followed by data analytics (36%) and cloud computing (21%) 📈 These numbers reflect businesses recognising that AI can provide a significant competitive edge 🤖 Read the full story here 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/eauXXDgm Looking to advance your career in AI or seeking top AI talent for your team? Contact our Technology team at Mason Alexander. We specialise in connecting AI professionals with leading businesses 🫱🏼🫲🏾 📧 Daire Connolly, Technology Manager – d.connolly@masonalexander.ie #Technology #AI #Data #DataAnalytics #CloudComputing #Jobs #Ireland

An insightful article on navigating the FDA's recent Medical Device Cybersecurity recommendations 🛡️ As the medical device industry continues to evolve, the importance of robust cybersecurity measures has never been greater. With the growth of connected health device companies, particularly within the Irish Medical Device sector, ensuring the security of these sophisticated devices is essential in mitigating patient risk. 👉🏼 https://lnkd.in/dWGrYt6a At Mason Alexander, our Life Science team benefits from the expertise of our dedicated Cybersecurity practice, led by Ian Donnelly. If you are looking to strengthen your team with top Cybersecurity talent, please don't hesitate to contact us. Our team would be happy to discuss your needs and assist you in navigating these new challenges 🔐 📧 Ian Donnelly, Cybersecurity Lead – i.donnelly@masonalexander.ie 📧 Mary Joyce, Director & Head of Life Sciences – m.joyce@masonalexander.ie #Cybersecurity #MedicalDevice #MasonAlexander #LifeSciences