{
  "id": 12980313,
  "title": "Job openings down 4.8% in third quarter - Morgan McKinley",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/job-openings-down-4-8-in-third-quarter-morgan-mckinley",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-08T23:28:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "RTE News",
    "slug": "rte-news",
    "url": "https://www.rte.ie/news/business/2026/1009/1594640-job-openings/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Job openings in Ireland decreased by 4.8% on an annual basis in the third quarter, according to Morgan McKinley's latest employment monitor. While vacancies actually rose 0.2% compared to the previous quarter, jobseeker registrations surged by 14% quarter-over-quarter and 51% year-over-year. However, this increase in registrations does not necessarily indicate a rise in unemployment, as many workers are seeking new opportunities while maintaining their current positions. The report highlights the impact of artificial intelligence on the recruitment process, with employers anticipating practical AI skills in various sectors, including finance, human resources, marketing, and operations. Employers are also grappling with the rise of AI-generated applications, CVs, and authenticity concerns among candidates. Although the labour market appears more favorable for employers, the reality is more complex, as organizations continue to compete fiercely for professionals with specialized expertise. There is a growing pool of candidates actively seeking employment, but shortages persist in fields such as AI, cybersecurity, engineering, construction, compliance, and employment law. The data underscores the evolving nature of the Irish job market, influenced by the growing importance of AI and the persistent demand for specialized talent.",
  "summary": "Job openings across Ireland were down on an annual basis by 4.8% in the third quarter of the year, according to the latest employment monitor from recruitment firm Morgan McKinley.",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}