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Payroll Risks on the Rise: Lessons from the latest Labour Court Annual Report

The Labour Court’s 2024 Annual Report reveals rising payroll disputes and compliance risks. Learn how HR and payroll teams can stay audit-ready, avoid common errors, and prepare for virtual hearings.

15/10/2025
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Budget 2026: What Payroll Professionals in Ireland Need to Know

Ireland’s Budget 2026 introduces key payroll changes, including a new €14.15 minimum wage, updated USC changes, BIK relief tapering, and public sector pay adjustments. Learn what payroll teams need to prepare for in 2026.

8/10/2025
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Podcast

The Future of HR — 5 to 10 Years Ahead

Join Jan Laurijssen, HR Evangelist and Researcher at SD Worx, as he discusses how HR will evolve over the next 5 to 10 years — from the rise of AI and hybrid work to changing employee expectations. Discover practical insights and future-focused ideas to help your organisation stay ahead in the world of work.

1/10/2025
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Get Ready for Auto-Enrolment: What Irish Employers Need to Know

Starting 1 January 2026, Ireland’s Auto‑Enrolment Retirement Savings Scheme will bring significant changes to how employers manage pension obligations. This webinar (now available on demand) guides you through what to expect and how to prepare your payroll and HR processes in advance.

1/10/2025
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Auto-Enrolment Guide for Irish Employers - Clear Answers & Compliance Tips

Discover everything Irish employers need to know about auto-enrolment. From eligibility and contributions to maternity leave and existing pension schemes - get clear, practical answers in one place. 

30/9/2025
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September Strategy: Health, Wellness & Growth Opportunities

September is the perfect time to reset and refocus. Discover how to make the most of your health benefits, support mental wellness, and invest in your personal and professional development. 

10/9/2025
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The Evolution of MegaPay

MegaPay has come a long way over the years! From its early days as an on-premises payroll system to becoming a market leading  cloud-based solution, it has constantly evolved to meet the needs of businesses across Ireland and the UK. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and see how MegaPay has transformed and what exciting things are in store for the future.

10/9/2025
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Payroll as a Strategic HR Tool for SME’s 

Explore how payroll can be a strategic advantage for Irish SMEs by improving compliance, boosting employee trust, and supporting pay transparency. Discover how expert payroll services from SD Worx Ireland can help you stay ahead of legislation, reduce admin, and retain top talent in a competitive market.

2/9/2025
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HR’s Credibility Problem: The hidden cost of ignoring sustainability

What happens if we keep treating sustainability as someone else’s job? What if short-term wins come at the cost of long-term well-being, equity or adaptability? And what happens if your people outgrow the systems around them? 

13/8/2025
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Reinventing HR for the AI Era: how to lead with people and technology, together

AI won’t replace HR, but HR that doesn’t evolve is quietly slipping out of relevance. It’s a reality many leaders are slowly waking up to. We’re entering a new chapter in how people and performance intersect, shaped by intelligent systems, changing expectations and more fluid ways of working.  

13/8/2025
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Designing Flexible Work: Why it’s now more than a ‘nice-to-have’

Flexible working has shifted from fringe benefit to business norm. Yet many organisations are still stuck in reactive mode, tweaking policies or reverting to old defaults instead of leaning into the change and leveraging it.  

13/8/2025
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Beyond the Paycheque: How wise reward policies fuel motivation

If you ask employees how they feel about their pay, you’ll rarely hear: “It’s perfect.”  

And that’s not surprising. In organisations across Europe, most people believe they’re underpaid, even when their salary is above the market rate. And while pay rises can create a short-lived sense of progress, the satisfaction often fades fast. So the real question is: can pay actually motivate people, and if so, how? 

13/8/2025