01/12/2014

Johnson & Johnson To Create 100 Jobs In Limerick

Johnson & Johnson is to create up to 100 new jobs in Limerick.

Information Technology Shared Services, a division of Johnson & Johnson Services, said the jobs are through the creation of a Development Centre at the National Technology Park, Plassey, Limerick.

Recruitment for the information technology positions is to start immediately, and the positions are expected to be filled over the next two years.

The investment is being supported by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, through IDA Ireland.

Minister of Education and Skills, Jan O'Sullivan TD, said: "This is more positive jobs news for Limerick and I am delighted that Johnson & Johnson is expanding its operations in the City again.

"The close collaboration between Johnson & Johnson, LIT and UL to enhance the city as an IT hub by providing skilled talent has been central to winning this investment for the Mid-West.

"It is proof positive of the excellent relationships, with both indigenous and multinational industry, that both LIT and UL are continually developing. This significant investment will further enhance Limerick's reputation as a dynamic hub for the growing information services sector."

(CD/JP)

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