Globalisation, rapid digitalisation and new consumer preferences are transforming careers and jobs. And the pace of change is accelerating. This brings great opportunities, but also risks. What will the new jobs look like and are our workplaces, education and social protection systems ready for change? Smarter World, Smarter Work examines these issues and sets out a vision for our economy and society.


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Skills and employability
Skills and employability

Automation, digital platforms and innovation are changing the types of new jobs and the nature of work itself.
Flexibility at all life stages
Flexibility at all life stages

Balancing social and personal needs with the demands from employers and work can be difficult.

A dynamic labour market
A dynamic labour market

How we regulate our labour market will be a key factor in determining our ability to attract and retain jobs in the economy.

Smooth career transitions
Smooth career transitions

Ireland needs new national lifelong career guidance provision to ensure that individuals are fulfilling their potential.
Better Lives, Better Business
Better Lives, Better Business

Our campaign aims to improve people's quality of life by making Ireland a better place to live and work. 
A powerful story of evolution and opportunity
A powerful story of evolution and opportunity

A powerful story of evolution and opportunity
Brexit and the Future of Europe
Brexit and the Future of Europe

What are the priorities of Irish business as the UK prepares to depart the EU?

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Our Employer Relations team, led by Maeve McElwee, are responsible for developing the policy priorities and communicating them through our campaign; Smarter World, Smarter Work.

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Maeve McElwee

Executive Director, Employer Relations