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Grow Remote - Career Resources Newsletter: October ‘24
Helping you land a remote job in Ireland
We are on a mission to help you land a remote job in Ireland with our training courses, employer services and community 🚀
When a remote job lands in a local community, it unlocks positive social, economic and environmental benefits - it’s why we do what we do 👇
Before you jump in - registration for our next training group of “Leading Remote & Hybrid Teams” that starts on October 16th is closing!
Click here to find out more and contact [email protected] asap to inquire if there is space for +1 (you) & take your career and team to the next level 📈
Jump straight to what matters for you 👇
Remote Employers Spotlight x5
1) Keelvar is a leading provider of AI-driven automation solutions for procurement teams. Hundreds of companies worldwide use their sourcing optimization and automation software to streamline procurement processes and drive efficiency. Their mission is not only to improve procurement but to enable businesses to source smarter, faster, and more sustainably.
Example remote jobs at Keelvar in October ‘24👇
- Business Development Representative
- Software Engineer
- Procurement Analyst
Click here to visit the Keelvar careers page 🚀
What do we 💚 about Keelvar?
They have a Glassdoor score of 4.5 and their benefits include things like medical insurance (Vhi Company Plus plan for you plus your dependents from Day 1), well-being days, remote work stipend to get set up for success and your birthday off work :-) We also love the fact that their remote team is made up of 19 nationalities and has grown 65% in the last year.
2) Canonical is a global leader in open-source software and the company behind Ubuntu, one of the most popular Linux-based operating systems. Millions of users and businesses worldwide rely on their software, services, and platforms to build and manage secure, scalable systems. Canonical’s mission is to empower innovators with accessible, high-performance, and cost-effective open-source solutions.
Example remote jobs at Canonical in October ‘24 👇
- Accounts Payable Clerk (Entry Level Opportunity)
- Associate Sales Operations Analyst
- EMEA Marketing Manager
Click here to visit the Canonical careers page 🚀
What do we 💚 about Canonical?
It has to be the sheer volume of remote jobs open today! At the start of October there are +150 remote jobs across 10 different teams open in EMEA!
3) Automattic is the parent company of WordPress.com, WooCommerce, and several other open-source projects. Millions of users, businesses, and developers worldwide leverage their tools to create websites, blogs, and e-commerce platforms. Automattic's mission is to democratize publishing and commerce, enabling people to create and share content freely across the web.
Example remote jobs at Automattic in October ‘24 👇
- Customer Acquisition Manager
- Partner Marketing Manager
- Senior Product Designer
Click here to visit the Automattic page 🚀
What do we 💚 about Atomattic?
Apart from the fact they have jobs with titles like “Happiness Engineers” we love their deep principals of a fully distributed, remote workforce and the fact that they are already representation in Ireland with a remote team member! We also love their intentional approach to in person meetups for team members whether it is a big global or a smaller regional retreat during the year - you will connect in real life with the team.
4) GitLab - is a leading DevOps platform that provides a complete software development life cycle solution, enabling teams to collaborate, code, test, and deploy from a single interface. Millions of developers and organizations worldwide use GitLab to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and deliver better software faster. GitLab's mission is to empower all teams to collaborate more efficiently, embracing transparency and a remote-first approach to innovation.
Example remote jobs at GitLab in October‘24 👇
- Accounts Receivable Analyst, EMEA
- Intermediate Security Engineer, (Incident Response, Trust & Safety)
- Engineering Manager, Engineering Productivity
Click here to visit the GitLab careers page 🚀
What do we 💚 about GitLab ?
GitLab is one of the world’s largest all-remote companies and they have literally written the remote work playbook as a blueprint for the remote work eco-system as we know it today. There is no other company in the world that is so transparent about their operating model and then gives it away for free! For remote employers or remote employees, GitLab is an open book and you can see deep inside to support your application or go remote.
5) Zendesk is a leading customer service and engagement platform, helping companies manage customer interactions across various channels. Thousands of businesses globally use Zendesk's software to enhance customer support, improve communication, and build stronger relationships. Their mission is to create better customer experiences by providing businesses with the tools to deliver fast, personalized, and seamless service, fostering loyalty and trust.
Example remote jobs at Zendesk in October ‘24 👇
- Partner Sales Executive, CEE
- Group Manager, Global Sales Play & Integrated Marketing
- Senior Marketing Analyst, EMEA
Click here to visit the Zendesk careers page 🚀
What do we 💚 about Zendesk ?
Their commitment to diversity & inclusion as well as this statement on their careers page “When you shine, we shine. At Zendesk, we want great people to work with us—no matter their time zones, career goals, lifestyles, or ice cream preferences.”. We also love “The Zendesk Foundation which connects Zendesk's people, products, and resources with nonprofit organizations addressing complex social problems”.
We are impact led as an organisation so please let us know here if you land a remote job thanks to any of the work we do. It will make us all smile & we can send you some Grow Remote SWAG plus a €50 voucher for your local SuperValu as a little “well done you” 👏
Remote Jobs Board Spotlight
Jobgether is another leading remote jobs board DEDICATED to connecting job seekers with flexible and fully remote opportunities from companies around the globe. It was "born and raised" during Covid times based on the strong belief that the future of work will be flexible and the observation that the future is actually happening now.
For them, flexibility can be split into 3 dimensions: where (location), when (hours), and how (type of contract/relationship with employer) to work.
So they decided to focus on what they believe is the biggest revolution in the labor market since the industrial revolution: the move to flexible and remote jobs!
There are currently +4K jobs listed as available in Ireland 🚀
Auto filter of jobs based on location (e.g. Ireland)
An advanced profile creation tool
A list of the “Top 100 Remote Companies”
A super blog helping people apply for or thrive remotely
Excellent job seeker resources 👇
Top Tip - Follow Jobgether on LinkedIn where they share some great content such as thier “Top 100 Most Flexible Employers” worldwide that is now live!”
Remote Work Skills & Tools
A vital skill for remote work success (and indeed your own well-being) is time management – let's break down how you can improve this essential skill and boost your productivity in a remote setting.
Managing your time effectively is crucial when working remotely, as the flexibility of your environment can be both a blessing and a challenge. Time blocking and the Pomodoro technique are two powerful strategies that can help you stay focused, meet deadlines, and avoid distractions.
Time blocking involves scheduling specific blocks of time for particular tasks, helping you prioritize and maintain control over your day. It’s a great way to ensure important tasks get done while also setting aside time for breaks or deep-focus work.
Check out this great resource from remote employer Zapier “The 7 best time blocking apps to manage your calendar” for more info.
The Pomodoro Technique uses a rotation of focused work sessions and frequent short breaks. The idea is that by working uninterrupted for short periods of time, you can simultaneously boost productivity and reduce mental fatigue. If you’re working with multiple team members on multiple projects, this technique can be used to time block your tasks to make the workload less overwhelming.
Check out this great resource from Asana ”Gain focus and productivity with the Pomodoro Technique” for more info.
We offer a variety of training courses for individuals and employers.
Our “Leading Remote Teams” 8 week training program is built to help you bring things like time management skills into your remote or hybrid team.
Click below to visit our website and join the next group 🚀
The Impact of Remote
When a remote job lands in a local community (rural or urban) it unlocks positive social, economic and environmental benefits.
This month we would like to share the story of x3 remote workers in our community
Reminder - we are impact led as an organisation so please do let us know if you get a remote job thanks to any of the work we do. It will make us all smile & we can send you some Grow Remote SWAG plus a €50 voucher for your local SuperValu as a little “well done you” 👏
Or if you have a story of how remote work work has impacted you or your local community socially, economically or environmentally - we would love to hear it.
The State of Remote IE
LinkedIn recently unveiled its Top Startups 2024 list, featuring the 10 Irish companies on the rise. It was particularly exciting to see how many of these success stories have embraced remote work!
From a first pass review, 60% of the startups recognised by LinkedIn operate a remote first model, while 80% adopt either a remote first or hybrid operating model. A clear signal that remote work is becoming a core component of how Irish startups are building for the future 🚀
What Does This Means for Ireland’s Ecosystem and the Future of Work 🤔
Globally, opinions about the compatibility of startups with remote work are varied. Some argue that innovation and collaboration thrive best in-office, while others point to the flexibility, cost savings, and access to global talent that remote models provide. But this small insight into the Irish startup scene shows that startups here are confidently embracing the benefits of remote and hybrid work.
By adopting these flexible work models, these Irish companies are contributing to:
- Expanding their own and Ireland’s talent pool beyond urban centers
- Supporting local communities by decentralising work opportunities
- An example for others that remote work can be a cornerstone for innovation and growth in any sector.
We wish all 10 companies recognised continued success and growth in Ireland and beyond!
Check out the full list on Linkedin here.
If you liked all of that you might like to know a little bit more about us? At Grow Remote our work is focused around x3 impact pillars 👇
Landing Remote Jobs
Building Local Communities
Transitioning Companies to Remote
One example of the work that we do to drive impact is running local events for remote employees (fully remote & hybrid) across the country.
These are designed to be fun, help people connect with their local community and the remote eco-system in Ireland 🎉
Check out the video below to get a flavor of the amazing work being done by local volunteers who support our mission and their local community👏
If you would like to to find out more about these events and get one set up in your local community (supported by our Community Fund) then just click here.
Next month (November ‘24) we go again and will be back with different remote employers and jobs boards spotlighted. Between now and then do let us know if anything above helps you take the next step in your career - it’s why we do what we do 🙏