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
120 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
21 November 2014
Employment effect (start)
21 November 2014
Foreseen end date
30 November 2015
Description
IT supports services company, Xanadu, is to create 120 new jobs over the next 12 months.
Recruitment for half of these new positions has begun, while the other 60 are expected to be filled in 12 months time.
The company, formed in 2011, provides services such as data analytics, programming, back office and technical support as well as 24-hour monitoring for online clients.
The expansion means the company will double its workforce.
Taoiseach Enda Kenny is visiting the Xanadu's office in Blackpool, Co Cork to announce the new jobs on offer.
Sources
21 November 2014: Irish Examiner
21 November 2014: Irish Independent
21 November 2014: Irish times
Citation
Eurofound (2014), Xanadu, Business expansion in Ireland, factsheet number 77888, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/77888.
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