200 New Jobs Announced for Kilkenny

Great news for Kilkenny this week with UKG, a leading provider of HR, payroll, and workforce management software, announcing that they will establish a new Global Operations Hub in Kilkenny, leading to the creation of 200 new jobs in the city.

UKG are the largest U.S. based private software company in the world. The company plans to hire approximately 200 new roles, with jobs in cybersecurity, customer relations, research and development, and professional services.

At the announcement this week, Taoiseach Simon Harris said, ‘’I am delighted to join with UKG today to welcome the launch of their newest Global Operations Hub in Kilkenny. This announcement will see the creation of 200 new jobs, adding to Kilkenny’s growing success as a home to leading technology companies. Today’s announcement is also a testament to the considerable talent and skills we have available in Ireland. I look forward to seeing the benefits UKG’s investment will bring to Kilkenny and the wider South East Region in the years ahead.’’

Michael Lohan, CEO of IDA Ireland said, ‘’I’m delighted that UKG, which is widely respected for driving innovation, has chosen Kilkenny, which is home to some of the best cybersecurity talent. Creating high value job opportunities in regional locations like Kilkenny is one of IDA’s key strategic pillars. UKG’s plan to create 200 jobs in the region is a testament to the strength of our technology community within Ireland’s regions.”

UKG has operated in Kilkenny since the 2023 acquisition of Irish payroll technology provider Immedis. UKG will be a top sponsor of the Cyber Ireland National Conference, which will take place in Kilkenny on September 26th. Chief security officer at UKG, Mustapha Kebbeh, will be a featured speaker on the topic of addressing global cybersecurity through public-private partnerships.