Business rarely moves in a straight line. Projects accelerate. Deadlines change. Teams grow. Specialist skills are needed quickly. Sometimes the work is permanent. Sometimes it isn't. That's why contract recruitment continues to play an increasingly important role across the Irish market. What was once viewed as a solution reserved for IT projects or temporary cover has evolved into a strategic hiring tool used by organisations across financial services, insurance, constructi

The Irish insurance market has changed significantly over the last decade. While new entrants continue to emerge in specialist areas, one of the most notable trends has been the steady acquisition of smaller brokerages and insurance businesses by larger groups. What was once a highly fragmented market is becoming increasingly consolidated, with national and international players expanding their footprint through acquisition rather than organic growth alone. For employers, can

Welcome to The Quill Your sharp take on the insurance market Welcome to the second (and revamped!) insurance newsletter, The Quill, where I bring you some of the key insights and topical conversations taking place in the insurance sector both locally and globally. In this issue: H1 2025 Insurance Sector Overview Regulation Overview Mergers & Acquisitions News NEW FEATURE - Q&A with CEO of Carrow Insurance, Ronan Conboy H1 2025 Insurance Sector Overview Global Slower growth th