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At SD Worx Ireland, we provide cutting-edge payroll technology and services to streamline your processes, but we know that a clear, visual reference can still be invaluable.

Our 2026 payroll calendar is now available digitally, making it easy to access, share, and keep close at hand whenever you need it. In addition, we have a limited number of physical desk calendars available, which will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Designed to help you stay on top of every payroll deadline*, the calendar—both digital and print—offers practical guidance you can rely on throughout the year.

We make every effort to ensure accuracy, but the calendar is for general guidance only. Always verify key dates with your internal processes.

We believe that shaping the future of work beings with paying attention to the present. That’s why this year, our HR Trends report invites you to focus on the moment – to pause and reflect on where we are now.

80 years of visionary HR & Payroll.

Discover the future of work with SD Worx’s “From 80 to Infinity” report — a celebration of 80 years of HR and payroll expertise and a bold look ahead to what’s next. This visionary report explores how technology, data, and human insight are shaping a world where work knows no boundaries. 

From building thriving, connected teams to transforming payroll into a living, breathing ecosystem, it reveals the key trends driving the workplaces of tomorrow. Download the report and be part of the movement shaping the next era of people, performance, and possibility.

At work with Europe.

Explore the biggest workplace shifts from Europe’s largest annual HR study, including what employees and HR leaders really think about careers, trust, payroll and sustainability. 

The research involved 16,000 employees and 5,625 HR decision makers from 16 European countries. 

Flexibility is no longer just a perk -  it’s a necessity for attracting and retaining top talent. Our latest infographic highlights key trends shaping time management across Europe, revealing how businesses are adapting to employee expectations with smarter, more effective strategies. 

Discover actionable strategies for balancing employee wellbeing, compliance, and workforce productivity in our comprehensive Time Navigator eBook. 

Ready to design a reward package that truly motivates your team? Our simple checklist walks you through each step – from idea generation and market research to customising benefits and ensuring compliance. Follow the steps to efficiently build a strategy that aligns with your company’s goals and meets your employees’ needs.

Unlock the potential of your rewards program with our detailed step-by-step guide. Designed to offer clear and actionable instructions, this guide will help you navigate each phase with confidence and achieve your goals effectively.

Are you ready for Ireland's auto-enrolment changes? Our guide, "Auto-Enrolment in Ireland: What Employers Need to Know," is designed to provide employers with all the essential information about upcoming pension obligations. With auto-enrolment on the horizon in 2026, now is the time to prepare. 

Download "The Ultimate SME Guide to Outsourcing Your Payroll in Ireland" for expert insights on streamlining payroll, ensuring compliance, and reducing admin burdens. Unlock practical advice to simplify your business operations today.

We asked employers and employees in 18 European countries to tell us about payroll at their company. Now, four SD Worx experts share insights from the new research to answer the biggest payroll questions every organization faces right now, as they try to achieve payroll success in 2024.

Technology is forever changing the way we live our lives, and it is also changing the way companies manage their payrolls. This report provides a wealth of information on how much change technology has brought to the proficiency of payroll. Also, this report will offer practical recommendations for businesses aiming to optimise their payroll systems.