The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
Information / Communication Computer Programming, Consultancy And Related Activities Computer Programming, Consultancy And Related Activities 62.09 - Other information technology and computer service activities
1,000 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
15 March 2021
Employment effect (start)
Foreseen end date
Description
Online payments company Stripe will create 1,000 jobs in Dublin over the next 5 years. The new roles will be across a variety of teams, including engineering. The annoucement came after the company had secured an addtional $600 million (€502 million) investment which will be used to develop its European operations as well as its global payments and treasury network. As of April 2021, it is still unknown when the employment effect will take place.
Stripe already employs around 300 staff in Dublin, which is Stripe's fastest-growing international office and is home to a broad range of functions.
Eurofound (2021), Stripe, Business expansion in Ireland, factsheet number 104415, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/104415.
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