St. Michael’s House Recognised in Ireland’s Best Employers 2026 Rankings

Issued 15 June 2026

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St. Michael’s House is proud to once again be recognised in the Sunday Independent and Statista’s annual Best Employers Ireland 2026 rankings.

This year, St. Michael’s House ranked 43rd nationally, a significant rise from 85th place in 2025, reflecting the organisation’s continued commitment to supporting and investing in its people.

The annual rankings, produced in partnership with Statista, recognise organisations across Ireland that demonstrate excellence in workplace culture, employee experience and staff engagement.

At St. Michael’s House, one of our key strategic priorities is valuing, supporting and investing in our staff. We recognise that our employees are at the heart of everything we do and play a vital role in supporting the people who use our services, their families and communities every day.

This recognition reflects the dedication, professionalism, compassion and expertise of our staff across all services and locations. Our employees are ambassadors for St. Michael’s House and consistently demonstrate our values through their commitment to inclusion, dignity, respect and quality support.

Supporting staff wellbeing and creating positive workplace experiences remains a central focus for the organisation. We are committed to fostering an environment where employees feel valued, supported and empowered to grow and develop throughout their careers.

Tara Molloy, Interim CEO of St. Michael’s House, added:

“We are delighted to see St. Michael’s House move from 85th place to 43rd place in this year’s rankings. This recognition reflects the culture we continue to build across the organisation, one where staff feel valued, respected and supported. Our people are our greatest strength and are ambassadors for the organisation in the work they do every day in supporting people and communities. We remain committed to investing in our staff and creating a positive and inclusive workplace for everyone.”

Mark Keegan, Director of HR & OD at St. Michael’s House, said:

“Being recognised as one of Ireland’s Best Employers is something we are incredibly proud of. Our staff are the foundation of our organisation, and this ranking reflects the dedication, care and professionalism they bring to their roles every day. Investing in staff wellbeing, development and engagement is essential not only for our current workforce, but also for building the workforce of the future.”

As we continue to build for the future, attracting, supporting and retaining talented and passionate staff will remain a key priority as we strengthen services and meet the evolving needs of the people we support.

We would like to sincerely thank all our staff for their ongoing dedication and contribution. This achievement reflects the collective efforts of our teams across the organisation, and we are incredibly proud of this recognition.