Stay Informed on Corporate Sustainability

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Rewinding to last year, Tusla, Child and Family Agency earned the Best Public Sector HR Initiative award at the HR Leadership & Management Awards 2025. Looking ahead, the 2026 awards cycle will spotlight new public sector HR initiatives shaping the future of workforce management.

Author: BW People

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation has launched a Talent Mobility System to connect employees with global roles. The initiative aims to accelerate leadership development, engagement, and cross-border career growth across its 150,000-strong workforce.

Author: Human Resources Online

Sharmeel Kaur has been appointed human resources director at Scania Southeast Asia, based in Malaysia. She will drive HR strategy, talent development, culture alignment, and DEI initiatives, strengthening leadership and organisational resilience across the company.

Author: Irish Legal News

Julie Galbraith joins Arachas as general counsel and chief business officer, overseeing legal, HR, and communications. The appointment strengthens governance, operational excellence, and workplace culture at Ireland’s largest nationwide insurance broker.

Author: Ireland Live

Job opportunities in Donegal are set to rise 6% in 2026, according to FRS Recruitment. The report highlights sector trends, flexible working tensions, and a national jobs market rebound under a more settled economic outlook.

Author: RTE

Ireland ranks third in Europe for hiring, according to The Conference Board’s Where to Hire Index. The report highlights the country’s flexible labour market, globally oriented talent, and challenges in scaling workforce operations effectively.

Author: Archie Villaflores

The HR landscape is evolving rapidly, with organisations rethinking how to engage, retain, and develop talent in increasingly flexible and digital workplaces. This edition highlights strategies that balance operational performance with employee wellbeing, showcasing how people-focused initiatives are shaping the future of work. Looking back to last year, ‘SpunOut named HR Team of the Year at HR Leadership & Management Awards 2025’ demonstrates the impact of their Four Day Working Week strategy and remote-first policies. Their approach sets a benchmark for HR teams aiming to innovate and excel as attention turns to the 2026 awards cycle. Furthermore, ‘SD Worx outlines HR priorities to boost workforce strategy and employee experience’ examines how targeted programmes, data-driven insights, and digital tools are helping organisations optimise workforce strategy. The analysis emphasises the role of HR in shaping outcomes that benefit both employees and the business. On the international front, ‘Kyndryl names new HR leaders to advance global workforce strategy’ highlights leadership in navigating complex, cross-border workforce initiatives. The story underscores how thoughtful HR leadership drives alignment, performance, and long-term workforce resilience. These features reveal a sector where people-centred approaches are no longer optional. HR is central to sustaining growth, innovation, and an engaged, future-ready workforce.

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Early last year, SpunOut was named HR Team of the Year at the HR Leadership & Management Awards 2025 for its innovative approach to remote work and the Four Day Working Week, highlighting excellence in employee engagement and operational strategy as the sector looks toward 2026.

Author: GCM Grosvenor

GCM Grosvenor, a US-based global alternative asset manager, appoints Cara Fixler as Chief Human Resources Officer. Fixler brings over 20 years of HR leadership experience to oversee the firm’s global talent strategy, engagement, and organisational culture.

Author: Kyndryl

Kyndryl, a US-based IT services and consulting company, has announced multiple HR leadership changes, including a new Chief Human Resources Officer. The updates reflect strategic HR priorities, talent development, and organisational transformation across its global operations.