CluneTech is proud to announce its 14th-place ranking in the "Top 100 Best Employers in Bulgaria" for 2025, as recognized by the annual Career Show Index in Bulgaria.
Winning Best Employer in Fintech for the fourth year in a row gave us a chance to look beyond the accolade and ask what has helped us build a workplace where people can develop, contribute and build long-term careers.
October 22, 2026
Monday, September 14th, 2026. CluneTech has achieved its strongest performance to date at the Career Show Awards in Bulgaria, securing five gold awards across employer, workplace and leadership categories.
The company received Gold in all five categories it entered, recognising its approach to employee engagement, benefits, social responsibility and support for employees:
• Best Employer in Fintech
• CSR Strategy
• Employee Benefits Strategy
• Young Parents Support Programme
• Employee Engagement Events
CluneTech Named Best Employer in Fintech
CluneTech was recognised as Best Employer in Fintech in Bulgaria for its comprehensive approach to employee experience, combining flexibility, wellbeing, professional development and recognition.
In 2025, 88% of employees in Bulgaria worked remotely or in a hybrid model, 95% of managers were promoted internally, and employees had access to more than 750 learning opportunities through the company’s WeLearn platform. CluneTech also continued to invest in inclusion, family support and community engagement, with 40 team-building events, 37 charitable and volunteering initiatives and more than 850 hours of volunteering throughout the past year. These efforts contributed to strong employee engagement, with 89% of employees saying they are proud to work for the company.
Two More Awards for CluneTech’s Fintua
In addition, Vesselina Marinova, Head of Operations & Senior Product Manager at CluneTech’s Fintua, received Gold for Best Manager and Bronze for Workplace Leader, recognising her more than 25 years of contribution to Fintua’s growth and development.
Vesselina has played a key role in building Fintua’s operational foundations and driving its digital transformation, including the introduction of automation and AI-powered solutions that have significantly improved operational efficiency. Today, she leads more than 150 specialists across multiple operational and business functions.
Celebrating Continued Recognition
Together, these awards represent CluneTech’s most successful showing at the Career Show Awards to date, following the company’s rise to No. 14 in the Career Show Best Employers of Bulgaria Index this year.
The winners will be celebrated at the Career Show Awards ceremony at Arena Sofia on 5 October 2026.
CluneTech’s continued recognition in Bulgaria reflects its focus on creating a supportive and engaging workplace while investing in employee development, wellbeing, inclusion and meaningful workplace experiences.
September 14, 2026
Read MOREAt CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with CluneTech's Chief Information Security Officer, Margaret Corrigan who has been on our team for the last 10 years.
What is your favorite thing about working in CluneTech?
It may sound like a cliché, but the people here genuinely make a real difference. I have the opportunity to work across IT and all of the businesses, and what stands out most is the willingness of everyone to collaborate and work together to achieve the best possible outcome for the organization.
That collaborative spirit extends to the Senior Management team, whose accessibility, support, and ability to make timely decisions play a crucial role in enabling progress. There is a strong culture of open communication and development of a “One Team” mentality. Having people work with you and not against is certainly one of my CluneTech favourites!
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining CluneTech?
My biggest achievement since joining CluneTech has been recruiting a strong team of information security and data protection expertise, and collectively they have helped to build a strong culture of information security awareness across the business. I am extremely proud of my team and how, together with IT, we have significantly improved the organization's overall security posture. It has been a collective effort, and seeing the positive impact of that work has been incredibly rewarding.
One of the highlights has been watching colleagues confidently identify and report suspected phishing emails, or proactively reach out to the team to validate new solutions and ensure they are secure before implementation. Seeing security become part of everyday decision-making, rather than an afterthought, has been a real milestone. It demonstrates that security is now viewed as a shared responsibility across the organization, and knowing that my team and I have helped foster that mindset is something I am particularly proud of.
What is the biggest change that you have witnessed in your time here?
The biggest change I have witnessed during my time here has been the remarkable pace of growth across the business and the technology transformation that has supported it. The adoption of AWS has provided the scalability, resilience, and agility needed to enable expansion, while more recent advancements in AI are creating new opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation across the organization. The businesses are constantly evolving which certainly makes it an interesting place to work.
What is the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
One of the greatest challenges I faced during my time with CluneTech was preparing the organization for compliance with the GDPR legislation in less than four months. Having successfully achieved ISO 27001 certification in February 2018, we then had to rapidly shift our focus to ensuring the business was ready for GDPR by the May 2018 enforcement deadline.
The key to our success was taking a structured and pragmatic approach. We conducted a comprehensive gap analysis to identify where we stood against the GDPR requirements, prioritized the areas of greatest risk and impact, and developed a focused action plan with clear ownership and milestones.
Success was only possible through strong collaboration between the Information Security team, IT, and business subject matter experts across the organization. By working together, maintaining open communication, and staying focused on our priorities, we achieved compliance within the required timeframe.
What has been your favourite project to work on?
It’s difficult to choose just one project, as I've been fortunate to work on so many rewarding initiatives over my CluneTech years. However, my very first project to implement an information security system and achieve ISO27001 certification will always hold a special place in my heart.
As I was new to the company, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I was overwhelmed by the level of support I received from colleagues across IT, the wider business, and the Senior Management team. There was a genuine sense that everyone understood the importance of what we were trying to achieve and was willing to contribute. It really felt like we were all leading the charge together.
That experience set the tone for everything that followed. It reinforced the collaborative culture of the organization and showed me that when people work together with a shared purpose, you can achieve great things. Looking back, it wasn't just a memorable project—it was the beginning of a journey that has been both professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling.
Do you have advice for someone who is just starting their career in CluneTech?
My advice to someone just starting their career would be to embrace every opportunity to learn and grow. As the business continues to expand, there are plenty of opportunities to take on new challenges, broaden your experience, and develop your skills. Make the most of the support available, whether that's through training, mentoring, or learning from the experienced people around you.
Apply yourself fully to your role. Over time, you'll discover the aspects of your work that you genuinely enjoy and those that come most naturally to you. Once you've identified those strengths and interests, look for opportunities to develop them further. Building a career is a journey, and being proactive, open to learning, and willing to step outside your comfort zone will help you make the most of the opportunities that come your way.
August 5, 2026
Read MORETuesday, June 30th, 2026. WeCan, an initiative by CluneTech, and CluneTech subsidiary TransferMate have been recognised with Silver Awards at the 2026 eir business Chambers Ireland Awards.
The eir business Chambers Ireland Awards celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership across Ireland's business community, recognising organisations that are making a meaningful impact across a range of sectors. The awards were presented at a gala ceremony held at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre on Friday, June 26th, 2026.
This year's awards attracted a record number of entries, reflecting the continued strength and innovation of Ireland's business community.
WeCan received the Silver Award for Community Impact / CSR Initiative of the Year in recognition of its innovative approach to combining environmental action with social inclusion. Leveraging Ireland's Deposit Return Scheme, in partnership with SOS Kilkenny, the initiative has created opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities while supporting Ireland's sustainability goals.
Alongside WeCan's success, CluneTech subsidiary TransferMate received the Silver Award in the FinTech Company of the Year category, recognising its continued innovation and leadership in global B2B payments.
Speaking on WeCan's recognition, CluneTech Founder and CEO, Terry Clune said:
"We are absolutely delighted to see WeCan recognised with the Silver Award for Community Impact / CSR Initiative of the Year at the eir business Chambers Ireland Awards. What started as a small idea has grown into something that's making a real difference in our community, and that's something we're incredibly proud of.
I want to sincerely thank our team, our exclusive partners at SOS Kilkenny, and the many businesses who have supported WeCan. This recognition belongs to everyone who has helped make the initiative what it is today. Since its launch, WeCan has not only helped protect the environment but has also empowered adults with intellectual disabilities to gain meaningful employment. I'm excited to see it continue to grow and create even more opportunities for our communities in the years ahead."
Reflecting on TransferMate's award, he said:
"I'm also delighted to see TransferMate recognised with the Silver Award for FinTech Company of the Year. It's a fantastic achievement for the team and a reflection of the work they do every day and their continued innovation, ambition and commitment to delivering for customers around the world. To see both WeCan and TransferMate recognised on the same night makes it an especially proud moment for everyone across CluneTech."
John McCarthy, WeCan Project Lead, added:
"We are absolutely delighted to receive this recognition from Chambers Ireland. At its core, WeCan is about people. It's about creating opportunities, building connections and making a positive difference in the communities where we live and work.
This award reflects the passion and commitment of so many people across CluneTech, along with the schools, charities and community organisations we've had the privilege to work alongside. Every initiative is driven by people who genuinely want to make a difference, and that's what makes WeCan so special. We're incredibly proud of what we've achieved together so far, and this recognition inspires us to keep building on that success.”
The latest recognition builds on a growing list of accolades for WeCan. In 2025, the initiative was named Community Programme of the Year at the Sustainable Business Impact Awards and received the Pakman Award for Best Deposit Return Scheme Initiative in 2024, where it was recognised ahead of leading industry names including Coca-Cola and Lidl.
Working in partnership with the Work4Life Employment Support team at SOS Kilkenny CLG, WeCan continues to create meaningful opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities while demonstrating how businesses can drive both environmental and social impact.
About WeCan
WeCan is a not-for-profit initiative by CluneTech that creates meaningful employment opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities, enabling them to contribute to their communities while positively impacting the environment.
About TransferMate
TransferMate is a leading provider of embedded B2B payments technology, helping companies, software providers & financial institutions to streamline their global receivables, payments, & local account needs. TransferMate owns the largest E-Money/payment license network among fintechs, regulated in 93 jurisdictions and holding 100 licenses.
About CluneTech
CluneTech is a suite of software technology companies providing cutting-edge solutions that simplify global business. Our technology streamlines business processes such as digital sales, global payroll, tax compliance, global VAT and cross-border payments, making business better for our customers worldwide.
Established in 1996 by entrepreneur Terry Clune, CluneTech is headquartered in Ireland with a footprint across four continents and conducts business in more than 100 countries on a daily basis. The group has offices in 21 countries and employs over 1,200 people globally. CluneTech encompasses a diverse range of companies, including TransferMate, Fintua, Sprintax, Benamic and more.
About the eir business Chambers Ireland Awards
The eir business Chambers Ireland Awards celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership across Ireland's business community. Organised by Chambers Ireland, the awards recognise organisations that demonstrate outstanding achievement across a wide range of categories spanning strategy, culture, market impact, technology and community engagement.
For more information, contact:
Lauren Cleere
Marketing and Communications Manager, CluneTech
Lauren.Cleere@clunetech.com
June 30, 2026
Read MOREAt CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with Sprintax's US Tax and Payroll Expert, Yoanna Lyubenova who has been on our team for the last 5 years.
My favorite thing about the company is the team I work with, who supports me, and the freedom we are given to offer ideas and be innovative in what we do.
My biggest achievement is the fact that I started working in the company while I was still a student and managed to continuously learn, improve and take on new responsibilities in my role. As a highlight, I would probably say the fact that I started my journey on becoming an IRS enrolled agent.
The biggest change so far has been the growth of our team. When I came, there were only 5 of us, now we’ve expanded, and continue to grow. Over time, we’ve been granted more responsibilities which allow us to learn new stuff and give us an opportunity for carrier development.
Talking in front of an audience – all introverts will understand. I was super concerned and overwhelmed by the fact that I will be onboarding new clients and making calls with already existing partners. I just decided I’ll continue challenging myself until I felt comfortable doing it. Over time, it indeed started becoming easier and easier to do it daily.
Our partnership with FIFA on World Cup 2026.
My advice is – try socializing with as many people as possible. Everyone here has unique knowledge and skills, so you can learn something useful from everyone. Being reliable - consistently meeting commitments builds trust faster than occasional standout achievements. Focus on learning and don’t be afraid to ask questions.
June 24, 2026
Read MOREAt CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with CluneTech's Payment Authoriser, Louise Coleman who has been on our team for the last 25 years.
Favourite thing about working in CluneTech
#OneTeam - working in shared services allows you to work with people from each entity. This in turn leads to versatility where no two days are the same!
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining CluneTech?
Reaching 25 years 😊
Who has inspired you the most during your time here?
The commitment and consistency of the leadership team, in particular Terry, who demonstrates exceptional innovation and leadership which has led to the incredible growth of the company. From winning the EY Entrepreneur of the year to the Outstanding Achievement Award at the national Fintech Awards 2025, just reflects the drive and continued ambition to grow and expand the business. There are also many employees in both Ireland and Bulgaria who have been with the group for many years, which is a testament to the culture and leadership that have been developed.
What is the biggest change that you have witnessed in your time here?
Expansion! When I started in Eden Quay, in a small office, there was approx. 20 people working on Taxback or ESS Tax Refunds as it was known back then. To have witnessed and been involved in many aspects of the business over the years, and see it grow to the incredible Group it is today, has been amazing.
Also the move from Dublin to Kilkenny was a pretty big change back in 2003!
What has been the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
The move to remote working during Covid – to no longer be in the office environment with daily support of team around you and adapt to working more individually. During this time, lockdown in particular, lead to a sense of guilt for working and not spending time with a 2 year old who was home all day, or a sense of guilt for spending time with my 2 year old and not being at the desk. It took some time to get the balance right but once things settled down, it became the best possible outcome and hard to imagine a full week in the office now!
What has been your favourite project to work on?
I have been involved in Company Secretarial role for the group for a number of years, and have really enjoyed getting more involved in this space. Having had the opportunity to complete a course with Law Society of Ireland recently, it has provided a comprehensive understanding of the company law framework and key corporate governance, which has been great to apply to everyday company secretarial tasks.
Do you have any advice for someone who is just starting their career in CluneTech?
Embrace change – there have been numerous changes over the years and while they may appear challenging at the beginning, from my experience, most change is for the better in the long run.
May 29, 2026
Read MORECluneTech is celebrating a major milestone - 25 years since opening its first international office in Varna, Bulgaria, marking the beginning of its global journey.
What started as a small team in Varna in 2001 has grown into one of CluneTech’s largest and most important global hubs. Today, the company operates across 20 countries, continuing to expand its international footprint.
To mark the occasion, CluneTech hosted a special celebration in Varna, bringing colleagues together to recognise the local team and honour those who have been part of the journey since the very beginning.
Reflecting on the milestone, CluneTech Founder and CEO Terry Clune said:
“The 26th April marks 25 years since we established our office in Varna, Bulgaria — an incredibly important milestone for CluneTech. That step marked the beginning of our international journey and played a key role in shaping the global business we are today. I want to sincerely thank everyone, past and present, who has been part of that journey. Your contribution has played a key part in building CluneTech and the success we have achieved together as one team.”
Today, CluneTech employs nearly 800 people across Bulgaria, with more than 500 based in Varna. The team plays a critical role across the group, supporting the operations and software development of TransferMate, Fintua, Sprintax and Benamic, alongside key functions including finance, customer support, marketing and administration. The strength of the Bulgarian team is also reflected in its longevity, with more than 54% of employees having been with the company for over five years - well above industry averages.
Just days ahead of the anniversary, CluneTech reached another significant milestone, achieving its highest-ever ranking in Career Show’s Top 100 Best Employers in Bulgaria, placing 12th - up from 46th in 2023. The company was also recognised as “Best Employer in Fintech” for the third consecutive year.
As CluneTech looks to the future, it remains committed to investing in its people, supporting employee wellbeing and development, and continuing to make a positive impact in the communities where it operates.
April 28, 2026
Read MOREAt CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
We have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with Aisleen Dowling, TransferMate's VP Partnership Sales, EMEA who has been on our team for the last 10 years.
What is your favorite thing about working in TransferMate?
I know it is said a lot, but definitely the people. I am in daily contact with multiple colleagues across many departments within the company and they’ve always been a pleasure to work with.
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining TransferMate?
Signing TransferMate’s very first Global Account API with my partner Fyorin way back in 2022.
Who or what has inspired you the most during your time here?
Probably the partners I’ve had the opportunity to work with. Being exposed to different business models and seeing how companies are solving problems across the payments industry has challenged me to learn and develop my own knowledge.
What is the biggest chane that you have witnessed in your time here?
I would probably say the evolution of the company. When I started in Direct Sales, our client conversations were much more traditional. Today, we’re delivering API integrations for embedded payments with some of the biggest names in their respective industries.
What is the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
Moving from Direct Sales into Partnerships was quite a challenge as it was completely new territory for me. I had to learn an entirely different and more complex proposition and way of selling, but I quickly realised I was really comfortable in that space and enjoyed the challenge of learning something new.
What has been your favourite project to work on?
I would probably say TriumphPay. It was the first nested-flow API partnership I worked on, so there was a lot for me to learn throughout the process. It really helped develop my understanding of more complex payment flows and gave me a strong foundation for the partnerships and prospect discussions I’ve worked on since.
Do you have advice for someonewho is just starting their career in CluneTech / TransferMate?
Stay curious and don’t ever be afraid to ask questions. The payments industry is one where you are constantly learning, and some of the best opportunities I’ve worked on over the past ten years have come from being willing to step outside my comfort zone and take on something new.
September 30, 2026
Read MOREAt CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with CluneTech's Chief Information Security Officer, Margaret Corrigan who has been on our team for the last 10 years.
What is your favorite thing about working in CluneTech?
It may sound like a cliché, but the people here genuinely make a real difference. I have the opportunity to work across IT and all of the businesses, and what stands out most is the willingness of everyone to collaborate and work together to achieve the best possible outcome for the organization.
That collaborative spirit extends to the Senior Management team, whose accessibility, support, and ability to make timely decisions play a crucial role in enabling progress. There is a strong culture of open communication and development of a “One Team” mentality. Having people work with you and not against is certainly one of my CluneTech favourites!
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining CluneTech?
My biggest achievement since joining CluneTech has been recruiting a strong team of information security and data protection expertise, and collectively they have helped to build a strong culture of information security awareness across the business. I am extremely proud of my team and how, together with IT, we have significantly improved the organization's overall security posture. It has been a collective effort, and seeing the positive impact of that work has been incredibly rewarding.
One of the highlights has been watching colleagues confidently identify and report suspected phishing emails, or proactively reach out to the team to validate new solutions and ensure they are secure before implementation. Seeing security become part of everyday decision-making, rather than an afterthought, has been a real milestone. It demonstrates that security is now viewed as a shared responsibility across the organization, and knowing that my team and I have helped foster that mindset is something I am particularly proud of.
What is the biggest change that you have witnessed in your time here?
The biggest change I have witnessed during my time here has been the remarkable pace of growth across the business and the technology transformation that has supported it. The adoption of AWS has provided the scalability, resilience, and agility needed to enable expansion, while more recent advancements in AI are creating new opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation across the organization. The businesses are constantly evolving which certainly makes it an interesting place to work.
What is the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
One of the greatest challenges I faced during my time with CluneTech was preparing the organization for compliance with the GDPR legislation in less than four months. Having successfully achieved ISO 27001 certification in February 2018, we then had to rapidly shift our focus to ensuring the business was ready for GDPR by the May 2018 enforcement deadline.
The key to our success was taking a structured and pragmatic approach. We conducted a comprehensive gap analysis to identify where we stood against the GDPR requirements, prioritized the areas of greatest risk and impact, and developed a focused action plan with clear ownership and milestones.
Success was only possible through strong collaboration between the Information Security team, IT, and business subject matter experts across the organization. By working together, maintaining open communication, and staying focused on our priorities, we achieved compliance within the required timeframe.
What has been your favourite project to work on?
It’s difficult to choose just one project, as I've been fortunate to work on so many rewarding initiatives over my CluneTech years. However, my very first project to implement an information security system and achieve ISO27001 certification will always hold a special place in my heart.
As I was new to the company, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I was overwhelmed by the level of support I received from colleagues across IT, the wider business, and the Senior Management team. There was a genuine sense that everyone understood the importance of what we were trying to achieve and was willing to contribute. It really felt like we were all leading the charge together.
That experience set the tone for everything that followed. It reinforced the collaborative culture of the organization and showed me that when people work together with a shared purpose, you can achieve great things. Looking back, it wasn't just a memorable project—it was the beginning of a journey that has been both professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling.
Do you have advice for someone who is just starting their career in CluneTech?
My advice to someone just starting their career would be to embrace every opportunity to learn and grow. As the business continues to expand, there are plenty of opportunities to take on new challenges, broaden your experience, and develop your skills. Make the most of the support available, whether that's through training, mentoring, or learning from the experienced people around you.
Apply yourself fully to your role. Over time, you'll discover the aspects of your work that you genuinely enjoy and those that come most naturally to you. Once you've identified those strengths and interests, look for opportunities to develop them further. Building a career is a journey, and being proactive, open to learning, and willing to step outside your comfort zone will help you make the most of the opportunities that come your way.
August 5, 2026
Read MOREAt CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with Sprintax's US Tax and Payroll Expert, Yoanna Lyubenova who has been on our team for the last 5 years.
My favorite thing about the company is the team I work with, who supports me, and the freedom we are given to offer ideas and be innovative in what we do.
My biggest achievement is the fact that I started working in the company while I was still a student and managed to continuously learn, improve and take on new responsibilities in my role. As a highlight, I would probably say the fact that I started my journey on becoming an IRS enrolled agent.
The biggest change so far has been the growth of our team. When I came, there were only 5 of us, now we’ve expanded, and continue to grow. Over time, we’ve been granted more responsibilities which allow us to learn new stuff and give us an opportunity for carrier development.
Talking in front of an audience – all introverts will understand. I was super concerned and overwhelmed by the fact that I will be onboarding new clients and making calls with already existing partners. I just decided I’ll continue challenging myself until I felt comfortable doing it. Over time, it indeed started becoming easier and easier to do it daily.
Our partnership with FIFA on World Cup 2026.
My advice is – try socializing with as many people as possible. Everyone here has unique knowledge and skills, so you can learn something useful from everyone. Being reliable - consistently meeting commitments builds trust faster than occasional standout achievements. Focus on learning and don’t be afraid to ask questions.
June 24, 2026
Read MOREAt CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with CluneTech's Payment Authoriser, Louise Coleman who has been on our team for the last 25 years.
Favourite thing about working in CluneTech
#OneTeam - working in shared services allows you to work with people from each entity. This in turn leads to versatility where no two days are the same!
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining CluneTech?
Reaching 25 years 😊
Who has inspired you the most during your time here?
The commitment and consistency of the leadership team, in particular Terry, who demonstrates exceptional innovation and leadership which has led to the incredible growth of the company. From winning the EY Entrepreneur of the year to the Outstanding Achievement Award at the national Fintech Awards 2025, just reflects the drive and continued ambition to grow and expand the business. There are also many employees in both Ireland and Bulgaria who have been with the group for many years, which is a testament to the culture and leadership that have been developed.
What is the biggest change that you have witnessed in your time here?
Expansion! When I started in Eden Quay, in a small office, there was approx. 20 people working on Taxback or ESS Tax Refunds as it was known back then. To have witnessed and been involved in many aspects of the business over the years, and see it grow to the incredible Group it is today, has been amazing.
Also the move from Dublin to Kilkenny was a pretty big change back in 2003!
What has been the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
The move to remote working during Covid – to no longer be in the office environment with daily support of team around you and adapt to working more individually. During this time, lockdown in particular, lead to a sense of guilt for working and not spending time with a 2 year old who was home all day, or a sense of guilt for spending time with my 2 year old and not being at the desk. It took some time to get the balance right but once things settled down, it became the best possible outcome and hard to imagine a full week in the office now!
What has been your favourite project to work on?
I have been involved in Company Secretarial role for the group for a number of years, and have really enjoyed getting more involved in this space. Having had the opportunity to complete a course with Law Society of Ireland recently, it has provided a comprehensive understanding of the company law framework and key corporate governance, which has been great to apply to everyday company secretarial tasks.
Do you have any advice for someone who is just starting their career in CluneTech?
Embrace change – there have been numerous changes over the years and while they may appear challenging at the beginning, from my experience, most change is for the better in the long run.
May 29, 2026
Read MOREFollowing the recent 25th anniversary celebrations of CluneTech’s Varna office, our Benamic team continued the momentum with a two-day Sales Culture Organisation training held on 28–29 April in Varna, Bulgaria.
Bringing together more than 50 colleagues from across the organisation, the initiative reflects Benamic’s ongoing commitment to strengthening collaboration, enhancing customer experience, and embedding a unified, customer-first mindset across all teams.
The training, delivered by Pavel Panov, PhD, from In Your Hands, centred around a dynamic business simulation designed to mirror real-world organisational challenges. Through highly interactive sessions, participants explored how decision-making, communication, and internal alignment directly influence the customer journey.
Teams from Web Development, Customer Service, Client Success, Sales, and Project Management took part across the two days, with the programme also welcoming international colleagues, including participants from Ireland. This cross-functional and cross-border approach reinforced the importance of shared accountability in delivering consistent value to customers.
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A central theme throughout the training was clear: every team plays a role in shaping the customer experience. Whether client-facing or operating behind the scenes, the way teams collaborate internally has a direct and measurable impact on external outcomes.
Through a series of practical exercises and guided reflections, participants were encouraged to challenge existing ways of working, identify areas for improvement, and adopt a more commercially aware and customer-oriented perspective.
As Julian Morrison, CEO of Benamic, shared:
“This was a focused reset on how we approach sales - not just as a function, but as a culture built on trust, clarity and consistently delivering on our commitments.
What stood out was the level of engagement across the team and a clear, shared intent to become a more customer-oriented business. There’s a strong willingness to challenge how we work today and raise the bar on how we deliver value to our customers.”
The training marked an important step in Benamic’s journey towards building a stronger, more aligned organisation - one where sales is not confined to a single function, but embedded in the mindset and actions of every team.
With strong engagement, practical insights, and a clear focus on application, the initiative sets the foundation for continued progress. The next step is clear: to translate these learnings into everyday practice and further elevate the standard of delivery across the business.
May 5, 2026
Read MOREOur CSR Programme - CluneTech Cares, is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability.It has been a busy quarter so make sure to check out some of our latest activities below!
Throughout July, our CSR Spotlight focused on supporting two fantastic charities dedicated to improving the lives of children and their families: Children’s Health Foundation in Ireland and Karin Dom Foundation in Bulgaria.
To show our support, we introduced the 100 Skips a Day Challenge!
The challenge encouraged colleagues to complete 100 skips each day throughout July, combining physical activity with support for two worthwhile causes. It was a fun way to get moving, build healthy habits and raise awareness of the important work these organisations do for children and their families.
Colleagues at Kilkenny HQ could pick up a skipping rope pack behind Reception, making it easy to get involved, while those working remotely were encouraged to take part from wherever they were.
Thank you to everyone who got involved in the challenge and helped shine a light on our charity partners and the important work they do. Every effort counts, and we’re proud to continue supporting causes that make a positive difference to children and families.
August was all about our furry friends!
As part of our August CSR Spotlight on animal welfare, we invited our teams around the world to share photos of their beloved pets for our Pets of CluneTech competition - and we loved seeing all the adorable entries!
From cute faces to funny moments, it was lovely to meet some of the four-legged members of the wider CluneTech family and see the joy they bring to our colleagues’ lives.
But the fun was about more than just sharing pet photos! For everyone who took part, CluneTech made a monetary donation to our dedicated animal welfare charity, helping support a cause that makes a real difference to animals in need.
A big congratulations to our winners, Fifi, Leo and Miko, and a huge thank you to everyone who entered and helped make this initiative a success. Of course, a special mention goes to all the pets and their humans for getting involved!
This September, Kilkenny HQ took on a new challenge in support of World Suicide Prevention Month, with CluneTech’s very own HYROX-style fitness event in collaboration with PF Coaching!
Colleagues teamed up in pairs to tackle eight fitness stations, with a 500m or 800m run between each station. From pushing themselves through each challenge to cheering on their teammates, the event brought plenty of energy, teamwork and friendly competition to the day.
For every CluneTech employee who took part, CluneTech made a donation to charity in support of World Suicide Prevention Month, helping raise awareness of an important cause and reinforcing the importance of looking out for one another.
With expert support from the PF Coaching team, healthy snacks to keep everyone fuelled, refreshments afterwards and some great prizes up for grabs, the event was a fantastic way to bring colleagues together for fitness, fun and a meaningful cause.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the event such a success, and to PF Coaching for helping bring it all to life!
Click the image below to watch the highlights from our September CSR event! 👏
The new season got underway for the CluneTech Kilkenny Stars, as the ladies’ team took to the court in the Domino’s Women’s Division One National Basketball League!
The team tipped off their season with a home game at O’Loughlin Gaels in front of a fantastic crowd. It was a closely fought opening game, with plenty of positives to take into the season ahead. 💪
There was also plenty to celebrate off the court! Five players from the club were selected for Irish squads across the U16 to U18 levels, including three members of the CluneTech Kilkenny Stars ladies’ squad. A fantastic achievement and a proud moment for the club! 🇮🇪
As proud supporters of the Kilkenny Stars, we’re delighted to be part of their journey as they continue to grow the game, inspire the next generation of players and raise the profile of women’s basketball in Kilkenny.
We look forward to following the team throughout the season and wish them the very best for the games ahead!
This September, we delivered another 9 kg of plastic caps, collected by our colleagues in the Varna office, to the I Believe and Help Autumn Collection Event in Varna, Bulgaria.
I Believe and Help is a local recycling and donation campaign with three key goals: reducing plastic waste and promoting recycling, educating children and communities about environmental and social responsibility, and raising funds for vital medical equipment.
Their impact so far includes more than 25 pieces of donated medical equipment, 2 neonatal ambulances, 3 mobile blood donation vehicles, and over 1.5 billion BGN raised for meaningful causes. Since 2015, CluneTech has donated almost half a tonne of plastic caps, a meaningful contribution to our local community and a reflection of our ESG commitment.
As the Na Cait Óga season came to a close, we visited Nowlan Park to go behind the scenes to learn more about the work that goes into developing the next generation of Kilkenny hurlers.
We caught up with Athletic Development Lead Nathen Culleton and Coaching Officer Patrick O'Flynn to hear about the academy’s approach to player development and the dedication it takes to help young players grow both on and off the pitch.
As main sponsor for the past three years, CluneTech is proud to support Na Cait Óga and the journey of these young players.
We wish all the players continued success and look forward to seeing what the next generation of Kilkenny talent achieves in the years ahead!
Click the image below to go behind the scenes at Na Cait Óga and discover how the next generation of Kilkenny hurlers are developed!
Last quarter, CluneTech has made its fourth consecutive donation to the I Want a Baby (Iskam Bebe) Foundation in Varna, helping to fund psychological support groups for individuals and couples experiencing infertility.
Since we began supporting the programme in 2023, more than 55 women have received psychological and emotional support through individual counselling sessions, therapeutic support groups and access to valuable information. Five support groups, each lasting between three and six months, have been organised over this period, while individual counselling continues to support women throughout their fertility journeys. 27 children have been born to women who have taken part since the beginning of CluneTech's partnership with Iskam Bebe in Varna.
In 2027, The I Want a Baby Foundation will celebrate its 20th anniversary, and thanks to the joint efforts of the foundation, volunteers, patients, doctors, psychologists, public institutions, responsible businesses and individual donors, more than 20,000 much-wanted children have been born over the past two decades.
We are honoured to continue supporting this meaningful cause.
Introduced in 2021, our CSR Volunteer Day empowers each employee to give back to the charities and causes closest to them. Since the inception of Volunteer Day, 160+ CluneTech employees have contributed to causes which they find meaningful, and this number keeps growing. See what they had to share with us about their experience this quarter:
Volunteering at the Regional Libraries in Varna and Razgrad
In August, four of our colleagues in Varna, Bulgaria, used their Volunteer Day at the "Pencho Slaveykov" Regional Library, where they spent the day helping move books from the archive to a new space in the building, as well as organising and arranging the library's book collection. Going a step further, Elina Borisova, who works for our company entirely remotely, dedicated her annual volunteer day to the Razgrad library in her home town, reading books to small children who visited for an open doors day event.
This is our second time helping with such a cause, following our first big volunteering event in October 2025, when we learned about the long-term goal of Varna's largest public library to work with volunteers, as is common practice in many other European countries.
Volunteering at the Medical and Social Care Home for Children in Varna
This July, our wonderful volunteers spent their time at Varna’s Children’s Residential Care Centre, a place and organization providing medical care, rehabilitation and support to children with disabilities, chronic conditions and their families. Our colleagues helped clean and tidy the outdoor areas, took care of basic maintenance around the facility grounds and contributed to general outdoor improvements, helping create a more welcoming, pleasant and caring environment for the children, parents and staff. Our colleagues' contribution follows our donation to the center earlier this year, when we donated three hospital beds to help furnish the first hospital unit of its kind in Bulgaria dedicated to palliative care for children aged 7 to 18.
October 29, 2026
Read MOREOur CSR Programme - CluneTech Cares, is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability. It has been a busy quarter so make sure to check out some of our latest activities below
April's CSR Spotlight: CluneTech Goes Green
As sustainability continues to be a key pillar of our CSR programme, CluneTech Cares, we were delighted to once again celebrate #CluneTechGoesGreen throughout April, marking World Earth Day by encouraging our people to make a positive impact on both our community and the environment.
This year, we hosted a Clothing Drive at our Kilkenny HQ in aid of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVP). Colleagues were invited to donate clean, reusable clothing, helping to reduce textile waste while supporting individuals and families in need within our local community.
The clothing drive took place alongside our April Pre-Pay Day Lunch, making it easy for colleagues to get involved by bringing along a donation while enjoying lunch together.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our team, we collected an amazing 25 bags of clothing, all of which have now been delivered to St. Vincent de Paul. These donations will make a meaningful difference to local people and families while promoting more sustainable habits across CluneTech.
A huge thank you to everyone who donated and supported the initiative. We'd also like to give a special mention to Johnny Caldwell, Gary McCarthy, Jamie Hogan, and our Great Place to Work representatives Kaylyn Burke and Muireann McMahon, who kindly helped transport all of the donations to SVP.
It was fantastic to see so many colleagues getting involved and supporting this year's #CluneTechGoesGreen initiative. Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a success and for continuing to demonstrate CluneTech's commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
May's CSR Spotlight: World MS Day
In honour of World MS Day, CluneTech Cares dedicated May's CSR spotlight to supporting people affected by multiple sclerosis and raising awareness of the challenges faced by individuals and families living with MS.
This year, we proudly hosted the CluneTech Goals for Good football match at The Watershed, bringing teammates together for an afternoon of sport, teamwork and community spirit. The event was organised to raise both funds and awareness for World MS Day, reinforcing CluneTech's commitment to supporting meaningful causes through our CSR programme.
It was fantastic to see colleagues come together, whether playing on the pitch or cheering from the sidelines, to support this important initiative. The enthusiasm, team spirit and generosity shown throughout the event made it a great success.
A huge thank you to everyone who participated, supported the event and helped raise awareness for World MS Day. Your involvement continues to demonstrate the values at the heart of CluneTech Cares and the positive impact we can make when we come together for a good cause.
June's CSR Spotlight: Pride Month
This June, CluneTech Cares proudly celebrated Pride Month, recognising and supporting the LGBTQ+ community while promoting inclusion, respect and belonging across our teams.
Throughout the month, colleagues came together to take part in a range of Pride-themed activities across our offices. One of the highlights was our Pride Rowathon Challenge at Kilkenny HQ, where teams competed in a fun and energetic rowing challenge in support of a great cause. It was fantastic to see so many colleagues getting involved, creating an incredible atmosphere filled with team spirit and friendly competition.
Congratulations to James Tuohy and Maeve Mansfield, who achieved the best team score of 4,904 metres during the 10-minute challenge. A special mention also goes to Kevin O'Connell, whose determination and sense of humour earned him a well-deserved prize after completing his row in a pair of jeans!
To round off the celebrations, we hosted an LGBTQ+ webinar, both in person and virtually, giving colleagues across all of our locations the opportunity to come together, listen, learn and celebrate Pride. Meanwhile, our Dublin HQ marked the occasion with a Pride-themed Pre-Pay Day Lunch, helping to spread the celebrations across our offices.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part throughout the month. Whether you participated in the Rowathon, attended the webinar, joined our Pride celebrations or showed your support in other ways, your involvement helped make Pride Month a meaningful celebration of diversity, inclusion and community across CluneTech.
CluneTech Volunteers Support Varna Zoo
This June, CluneTech employees took part in their first volunteering initiative at Varna Zoo, dedicating their CSR day to supporting one of the city’s most beloved attractions.
Our team of six volunteers spent the day cleaning and refreshing several areas of the zoo, helping to create a more welcoming environment for both visitors and animals. They also had the opportunity to assist with feeding and caring for some of the zoo’s residents, gaining first-hand insight into the important work carried out by the zoo’s staff.
Established in 1961, Varna Zoo spans 23 decares and is home to more than 400 animals from 60 different species. Welcoming over 150,000 visitors annually, it plays an important role in education, conservation, and animal welfare within the local community.
The 8th Edition of CluneTech’s Career Counselling Programme Wraps Up
Another group of young economics students has successfully completed CluneTech’s Career Counselling Programme, held in Varna, Bulgaria.
Our year-long high school programme is designed to help young people develop the skills they need to make the most of their career exploration, job search, and application journey. With the support of recruitment professionals, managers and guest lecturers, students learn how to create impactful CVs and video resumes, prepare for job interviews, and identify the most relevant opportunities on the job market.
Alongside our internship and graduate initiatives, the Career Counselling Programme reflects our ongoing commitment to local communities and our belief in supporting young talent by offering opportunities to learn and grow in an innovative and collaborative environment.
Driving the Future of Women in STEM with F1 in Schools
CluneTech was proud to support this year's F1 in Schools (STEM Racing) programme, an inspiring initiative that encourages young people to develop their skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) through innovation, teamwork and creativity.
Ahead of the national finals in Kinsale, we welcomed the participating teams from Loreto Secondary School, Kilkenny to CluneTech, where they presented their projects and showcased the months of work that had gone into designing, engineering and promoting their race cars. It was a fantastic opportunity for our team to learn more about each project and witness firsthand the creativity, professionalism and determination of these talented young students.
We would also like to recognise their teacher, Anthony Mulvihill, whose dedication and guidance helped prepare the students throughout the competition. His commitment to encouraging young people to pursue STEM opportunities played a key role in the success of the programme.
CluneTech was delighted to support the teams on their journey to the national competition as part of our commitment to encouraging more young women to pursue opportunities in STEM.
We were thrilled to see the students perform so well at the STEM Racing National Finals, with Treoluas Racing securing an outstanding second-place finish. Congratulations to all of the students who represented Loreto Secondary School in Kinsale. Their hard work, teamwork and innovation were evident throughout the competition, and they should be incredibly proud of their achievements.
We look forward to continuing to support initiatives that inspire the next generation of female innovators, engineers and leaders.
EmpowerHer Expands with Complimentary Period Products in Our Bulgarian Offices
We’re delighted to share that, as part of EmpowerHer - CluneTech’s women’s empowerment programme, complimentary sanitary products are now available in our offices in Varna and Veliko Tarnovo.
The products have been carefully selected and are supplied by sustainable period care brands. Made from organic, non-toxic, non-bleached cotton, they also support meaningful causes, with every purchase contributing to initiatives such as SOS Children’s Villages and Trees for the Future.
Launched earlier this year, the EmpowerHer programme aims to support female employees through the various stages of their lives, fostering a workplace where they can thrive and successfully balance their professional and personal aspirations.
Supporting the Next Generation of Cyclists: Opening the 2026 Cycling Season with CluneTech and Tarnovo Runs
At CluneTech, we continue to promote a passion for cycling and safe riding practices. During the opening of the 2026 Cycling Season, the non-profit organization Tarnovo Runs, with the support of CluneTech, provided young cyclists with gifts and essential safety equipment. This initiative reflects our shared commitment to encouraging active lifestyles among children and young people while fostering a culture of responsibility and safety on the road.
Founded in Veliko Tarnovo, Tarnovo Runs is the only one active community organizations in Bulgaria that promotes healthy lifestyles, cycling, and outdoor activities. For more than 10 years, the organization has been building a strong cycling culture and active community through over 1,200 free events, including bike rides, running sessions, family festivals, yoga activities, and educational programs. Tarnovo Runs has organized more than 100 free cycling events in Veliko Tarnovo alone, inspiring thousands of people across Bulgaria to embrace cycling as a healthy, social, and sustainable way of life.
From the birthplace of Bulgarian cycling to the international stage, Veliko Tarnovo celebrated another historic moment in May 2026 Veliko Tarnovo proudly welcomed one of the world’s most prestigious cycling events as Stage 2 of the Giro d’Italia finished in the historic Bulgarian capital. As part of Grande Partenza (Grand Start) hosted by Bulgaria the legendary race brought the world’s elite cyclists to the city, placing Veliko Tarnovo on the international sporting stage. The event marked a historic moment for Bulgarian cycling and further strengthened Veliko Tarnovo’s reputation as a leading destination for active tourism.
Celebrating Kilkenny District Soccer League's All-Ireland Champions
We were delighted to welcome members of the Kilkenny District Soccer League U14 team to CluneTech, where they proudly brought along the All-Ireland Cup trophy following their fantastic victory in the final at the University of Limerick.
Successfully defending their title as reigning champions is an outstanding achievement and reflects the hard work, talent and dedication of both the players and their coaching team. Congratulations to everyone involved on this incredible success!
Following their visit, attention turned to the 2026 Gaynor Cup, where another talented Kilkenny District Soccer League squad proudly represented their clubs, league and county on the national stage at the University of Limerick. CluneTech was proud to support these young players throughout their journey and celebrate another exciting chapter for the league.
Congratulations once again to the U14 All-Ireland champions, and well done to everyone who represented Kilkenny District Soccer League at this year's Gaynor Cup. We look forward to following many more successes in the future!
Game, Set and Match at Kilkenny County & City Lawn Tennis Club
As proud sponsors of the Kilkenny Singles League, CluneTech was delighted to attend this year's finals at Kilkenny County & City Lawn Tennis Club and experience the fantastic atmosphere firsthand.
From the first serve to the final point, the competition showcased the talent, commitment and community spirit that make the club such an important part of the local sporting community. It was a wonderful opportunity to meet the players, volunteers, coaches and club members whose passion and dedication continue to drive the success of the club both on and off the court.
At CluneTech, we believe local sports clubs play a vital role in bringing people together, creating opportunities and strengthening communities. We are proud to support Kilkenny County & City Lawn Tennis Club and the valuable work they do year after year.
Congratulations to everyone who took part in this year's Kilkenny Singles League, and thank you to the club for welcoming us along to enjoy an excellent day of tennis. We look forward to continuing our support in the years ahead.
Click the image below to watch the highlights from the day!
July 7, 2026
Read MOREOur CSR Programme - CluneTech Cares, is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability. It has been a busy quarter so make sure to check out some of our latest activities below
January can be a particularly challenging time, especially for older people and those experiencing loneliness.
During January, CluneTech was proud to support ALONE in Ireland and Caritas in Bulgaria. Two remarkable organisations dedicated to reducing isolation and providing essential support to vulnerable communities.
To help raise both awareness and funds, we organised CSR Walks in Kilkenny and Dublin in support of ALONE, while our teams in Bulgaria took part in walks for Caritas.
A sincere thank you to everyone who participated, shared their 5k walk screenshots, and helped highlight this often-overlooked issue. Your contributions are making a real and lasting impact.
February offered a welcome opportunity for colleagues in the Kilkenny office to come together and mark Pancake Tuesday with a Pancake Bar.
This initiative not only provided an enjoyable occasion for staff to connect, but also supported the Irish Cancer Society, raising both funds and awareness for the essential services they deliver nationwide.
This March, CluneTech proudly dedicated our CSR Spotlight to World Autism Awareness, supporting incredible charities that provide essential services to individuals and families affected by autism.
Autism is a neurological difference that shapes how people experience the world, and while awareness is growing, there’s still much work to be done in building a more understanding and inclusive society.
To raise awareness and funds, we hosted a lunchtime run/walk at our Kilkenny HQ on March 25th. Between employees and the TY students participating in the CSR walk, to people joining our Patric Fitness Class, the turnout was amazing in both our Kilkenny and Dublin HQ's! 👏
Thanks to our participation, we have made a monetary donation to our dedicated autism awareness charity going towards an amazing cause.
On the 13th of March, 18 employees in Varna donated blood! In 2024, in Bulgaria, blood donation was recognized as a voluntary activity for which the company allows employees to use their company-paid volunteer day. This made organising our blood donation campaign only a matter of time and we couldn’t be prouder of the impact we’ve made together.
In Q1, CluneTech and Cois Nore announced a sponsorship supporting the development of a dedicated therapy wing at Cois Nore’s new Cancer Support Centre in Kilkenny, marking a significant milestone and an important investment in the future of cancer support services for the people of Kilkenny
CluneTech’s sponsorship provides vital funding for a modern, purpose-designed therapy space that will support individuals and families throughout their cancer journey.
Alongside community generosity, government support, and contributions from other supporters, this investment is helping to bring the new centre closer to completion and enables Cois Nore to continue delivering free, confidential support and professional and voluntary services to people of all ages.
Terry Clune, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of CluneTech, said:
“Kilkenny is home for many of us at CluneTech, and we recognise the importance of standing with our community during difficult times. Cancer touches so many families, and Cois Nore has been a steadfast and compassionate support to the people of Kilkenny for over a decade. We are proud to support the development of the new Cois Nore therapy wing and the vital work that will continue there. We are in it together with Cois Nore and with the people of Kilkenny.”
CluneTech was proud to celebrate the achievements of Kilkenny’s emerging young talent as it hosted the Kilkenny GAA and Camogie Academy Awards at its Kilkenny HQ on January 27th and 28th. Held over two evenings, the awards recognised the dedication and commitment of the U16 Kilkenny GAA hurling and football squads, alongside the U15 Kilkenny Camogie Academy and Development squads.
CluneTech has been the main sponsor of both the Kilkenny GAA Academy (Na Cait Óga) and the Kilkenny Camogie Academy since 2024, under a three-year partnership supporting more than 500 players across both pathways. The sponsorship helps fund essential operational and player-welfare costs, including transport, equipment, nutrition and medical supports, ensuring a high-performance environment can be sustained for young athletes across the county.
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Based in North Kilkenny, Galmoy Juvenile Badminton Club has grown to a membership of 50 young players aged between 7 and 17, providing regular training opportunities and fostering a strong community spirit among young athletes from across the region.
Since affiliating with Badminton Ireland in 2023, the club has already enjoyed success at both school and county level, with several members selected for the U17 Kilkenny team competing in upcoming Leinster competitions.
This sponsorship forms part of CluneTech’s award-winning CSR programme, CluneTech Cares, which supports charities and community initiatives locally and internationally, with a strong impact across Kilkenny and the wider communities in which the company operates.
The new sponsorship will support the club as players represent Galmoy Juvenile Badminton Club in competitions throughout the season and we are absolutely delighted to support such an amazing organisation in our community.
Karin Dom Martenitsi Workshop
30 volunteers from the Varna office spent a day crafting martenitsi, which later were sold at fundraising bazaars across Bulgaria, to raise funds for Karin Dom's therapeutic center and children's early development support programs. They raised over €200 for Karin Dom!
John Murphy volunteering for Daffodil Day 2026
"Today, once again I used my CSR day to support the Irish Cancer Society on Daffodil Day. I think we all know someone in our life who has been affected by Cancer and who have reached out to the Irish Cancer Society for guidance or support. Grateful to be able to give back in a small way with thanks to CluneTech Cares."
John Murphy, Fintua
Well done, John, from all here at CluneTech.
May 18, 2026
Read MOREFriday, February 6th 2026. CluneTech was proud to celebrate the achievements of Kilkenny’s emerging young talent as it hosted the Kilkenny GAA and Camogie Academy Awards at its Kilkenny HQ on January 27th and 28th. Held over two evenings, the awards recognised the dedication and commitment of theU16 Kilkenny GAA hurling and football squads, alongside the U15 Kilkenny Camogie Academy and Development squads.
Over both evenings, a small number of players from hurling, football and camogie were also selected for the Driver of Excellence Awards, recognising individuals who demonstrated outstanding commitment, leadership and determination throughout the season, both on and off the pitch. Players were joined by their families, coaches and mentors to mark an important milestone in their development journey.
Special guest speakers across the two nights included CluneTech’s Derek Lyng for hurling, Christy Walsh for football and Aoife Prendergast for camogie. Each shared valuable insights and encouragement with the young athletes as they continue their progression within the academy pathways.
CluneTech has been the main sponsor of both the Kilkenny GAA Academy (Na Cait Óga) and the Kilkenny Camogie Academy since 2024, under a three-year partnership supporting more than 500 players across both pathways. The sponsorship helps fund essential operational and player-welfare costs, including transport, equipment, nutrition and medical supports, ensuring a high-performance environment can be sustained for young athletes across the county.
Terry Clune, Founder and CEO of CluneTech, said:
“We were delighted to host the Kilkenny GAA and Camogie Academy Awards at our Kilkenny HQ and to celebrate the hard work and commitment shown by these young players throughout their academy journey. CluneTech is proud to support both academies and to play a role in developing the next generation of Kilkenny athletes. We would like to thank the coaches, mentors, parents and all involved for the dedication they continue to show year after year.”
This sponsorship forms part of CluneTech’s award-winning CSR programme, CluneTech Cares. Established in 2007 and created by its people, for its people, the programme supports charities and causes worldwide while having a strong local impact in Kilkenny and in the communities where CluneTech operates.
Speaking at the event, Sean Kelly, Kilkenny GAA Performance Lead, said:
“The Academy Awards are an important point in the development pathway, giving us an opportunity to recognise the work and commitment shown by our players throughout the year. For our U16 hurlers and footballers, this marks a key stage as they continue to progress within the Kilkenny system, building strong habits around preparation, discipline and performance.
Nights like this reflect the high standards being set across the academy and the collective effort of players, coaches and families in supporting long-term development both on and off the pitch.”
Tommy Farrell, Kilkenny Camogie Development Officer, added:
“This was a really special evening for Kilkenny Camogie, bringing players, families and coaches together to celebrate the progress made by our U15 academy and development squads. It’s important to take time to acknowledge the enjoyment, confidence and personal growth that comes from being part of the academy journey.
The awards night captured the positive atmosphere around the programme and highlighted the strong sense of community that supports our young players as they continue to develop and enjoy the game.”
PJ Kenny, Chairman of Kilkenny GAA, said:
“The Academy Awards are an important occasion in the underage calendar, giving young players the opportunity to be recognised for their commitment and effort throughout the year. It is a proud moment for players, families and coaches, and a reminder of the standards being developed within the Kilkenny academy pathway.”
Theresa Aylward, Kilkenny Camogie Chairperson, added:
“Kilkenny Camogie is delighted with our partnership with CluneTech, as we share many common values, standards and a strong sense of identity. Their support allows us to continue developing and supporting our young camogie players, and occasions like the Academy Awards are an important opportunity to recognise their progress and encourage them as they work to reach their potential within Kilkenny’s high-performance environment.”
The two awards evenings reflected the strength of the partnership between CluneTech, Kilkenny GAA and Kilkenny Camogie, and a shared commitment to providing young players with a supportive and high-quality development environment. As the academy programmes continue to grow, the focus remains on nurturing talent, building character and ensuring that young athletes across the county are given every opportunity to reach their potential both on and off the pitch.
For more information, please contact:
Lauren Cleere, CluneTech, lauren.cleere@clunetech.com
Mary Morgan, Kilkenny GAA PRO, pro.kilkenny@gaa.ie
Aoife Lanigan, Kilkenny Camogie PRO, pro.kilkenny@camogie.ie
February 6, 2026
Read MOREThursday, 29th of January 2026. Today, CluneTech and Cois Nore announced a sponsorship supporting the development of a dedicated therapy wing at Cois Nore’s new Cancer Support Centre in Kilkenny, marking a significant milestone and an important investment in the future of cancer support services for the people of Kilkenny
CluneTech’s sponsorship will fund the refurbishment and fit-out of the therapy wing within the new Cois Nore House.
Every day in County Kilkenny, two families receive a cancer diagnosis, beginning a journey that affects not only the individual but also their families, friends, and communities. Since 2013, Cois Nore has been a safe haven for those living with cancer, providing free, professional, community-based support.
As demand has outgrown its Walkin Street premises, work is now underway on a new purpose-built centre on the Waterford Road. The new Cancer Support Centre is expected to open in March 2026 and will meet the growing needs of people affected by cancer across Kilkenny.
CluneTech’s sponsorship provides vital funding for a modern, purpose-designed therapy space that will support individuals and families throughout their cancer journey. Alongside community generosity, government support, and contributions from other supporters, this investment is helping to bring the new centre closer to completion and enables Cois Nore to continue delivering free, confidential support and professional and voluntary services to people of all ages.
The new Cois Nore House will include dedicated therapy rooms, safe spaces for children and teenagers, group support facilities, and activity areas designed to nurture recovery and dignity. It will provide a welcoming environment where individuals and families can access guidance, compassion, and community at a time when they need it most.
Terry Clune, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of CluneTech, said:
“Kilkenny is home for many of us at CluneTech, and we recognise the importance of standing with our community during difficult times. Cancer touches so many families, and Cois Nore has been a steadfast and compassionate support to the people of Kilkenny for over a decade. We are proud to support the development of the new Cois Nore therapy wing and the vital work that will continue there. We are in it together with Cois Nore and with the people of Kilkenny.”
Bill Cuddihy, Chairperson of Cois Nore, said:
“Cois Nore is very grateful for the support we have received from all sections of the community in Kilkenny. CluneTech’s sponsorship is a powerful statement of solidarity and shows a deep investment in the wellbeing of the community. Together, we are building a centre that protects dignity, nurtures recovery, and empowers hope.”
Mary Dolan, Manager of Cois Nore, said:
“The people of Kilkenny deserve a Cancer Support Centre with the space and resources to deliver a high-quality service. This partnership with CluneTech helps us take an important step towards that vision. Cois Nore has become like a second family for so many, and this new centre will allow us to welcome more people into a space that truly meets their needs.”
This sponsorship forms part of CluneTech Cares, CluneTech’s award-winning corporate social responsibility programme. Founded in 2007, the programme supports charities and causes worldwide and is driven by employee involvement. With a strong local impact in Kilkenny and the communities where CluneTech operates, this sponsorship brings the new centre and expanded cancer support services one step closer to reality.
About Cois Nore
Founded in 2013, Cois Nore Cancer Support Centre provides free, professional, community-based services to patients, families, and carers in Kilkenny. Affiliated with the National Cancer Control Programme, Cois Nore offers counselling, touch therapies, children’s services, support groups, and wellness activities — all delivered locally with empathy and understanding.
About CluneTech
CluneTech isa suite of software technology companies providing solutions that simplifyglobal business. Established in 1996, CluneTech is headquartered in Ireland,with more than 1,200 employees globally and operations in over 100 countries.CluneTech has been recognised as one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces for tenconsecutive years by Great Place to Work.
For more information:
CluneTech
Lauren Cleere, Marketing and Communications Manager
lauren.cleere@clunetech.com
Cois Nore Cancer Support Centre
Email: info@coisnore.ie
Phone: 056 775 2222
Website:www.coisnore.ie
January 29, 2026
Read MOREThursday, 5 June 2025 – Varna, Bulgaria
CluneTech is proud to announce the continued success and growth of the award-winning educational initiative FAST Heroes 112, which has now expanded city-wide in Varna, Bulgaria. Endorsed by the World Stroke Organization and supported by CluneTech since 2022, the program currently reaches 26 kindergartens and more than 2,100 children, delivering life-saving health education to families across the region.
What began as a pilot in just one school has grown into a vital community initiative, turning health education into a celebration and raising essential stroke awareness among nearly 13,000 people in the Varna municipality.
In partnership with the Varna Municipality and the Heart to Heart Foundation Bulgaria, we remain committed to expanding the program’s impact even further.
FAST Heroes 112 is an award-winning educational program, endorsed by the World Stroke Organization. It aims to raise awareness of stroke symptoms and emphasizes the importance of immediate action when these signs appear. The program harnesses children’s natural enthusiasm for learning and sharing to spread life-saving knowledge not only in kindergartens and primary schools but also within families at home.
Children aged 6 to 11 learn how to identify stroke symptoms through engaging, adventure-based lessons, and then share that knowledge with their families. On average, each child passes this information on to six adults, amplifying the program’s impact beyond the classroom walls.
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in Bulgaria and worldwide, and tragically, one of the main reasons children lose their grandparents. Many stroke patients miss out on life-saving treatment because they don’t recognize symptoms early enough and arrive at the hospital too late. However, if stroke victims receive swift and effective acute care, survival rates improve dramatically.
This is why increasing awareness of stroke symptoms and empowering people to seek emergency care immediately is crucial. FAST Heroes 112 contributes to building this awareness, helping families respond quickly when it matters most.
Varna, home to our largest Bulgarian office, is also one of the cities with the highest stroke rates in the country — making this partnership especially meaningful.
This fall, FAST Heroes 112 will continue its vital work by reaching children and families in all primary and elementary schools across Varna. Stay tuned for updates on our ongoing journey to make Varna safer — one child, one family, and one community at a time.
July 14, 2025
Read MOREOur CSR Programme - CluneTech Cares, is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability.It has been a busy quarter so make sure to check out some of our latest activities below!
Throughout July, our CSR Spotlight focused on supporting two fantastic charities dedicated to improving the lives of children and their families: Children’s Health Foundation in Ireland and Karin Dom Foundation in Bulgaria.
To show our support, we introduced the 100 Skips a Day Challenge!
The challenge encouraged colleagues to complete 100 skips each day throughout July, combining physical activity with support for two worthwhile causes. It was a fun way to get moving, build healthy habits and raise awareness of the important work these organisations do for children and their families.
Colleagues at Kilkenny HQ could pick up a skipping rope pack behind Reception, making it easy to get involved, while those working remotely were encouraged to take part from wherever they were.
Thank you to everyone who got involved in the challenge and helped shine a light on our charity partners and the important work they do. Every effort counts, and we’re proud to continue supporting causes that make a positive difference to children and families.
August was all about our furry friends!
As part of our August CSR Spotlight on animal welfare, we invited our teams around the world to share photos of their beloved pets for our Pets of CluneTech competition - and we loved seeing all the adorable entries!
From cute faces to funny moments, it was lovely to meet some of the four-legged members of the wider CluneTech family and see the joy they bring to our colleagues’ lives.
But the fun was about more than just sharing pet photos! For everyone who took part, CluneTech made a monetary donation to our dedicated animal welfare charity, helping support a cause that makes a real difference to animals in need.
A big congratulations to our winners, Fifi, Leo and Miko, and a huge thank you to everyone who entered and helped make this initiative a success. Of course, a special mention goes to all the pets and their humans for getting involved!
This September, Kilkenny HQ took on a new challenge in support of World Suicide Prevention Month, with CluneTech’s very own HYROX-style fitness event in collaboration with PF Coaching!
Colleagues teamed up in pairs to tackle eight fitness stations, with a 500m or 800m run between each station. From pushing themselves through each challenge to cheering on their teammates, the event brought plenty of energy, teamwork and friendly competition to the day.
For every CluneTech employee who took part, CluneTech made a donation to charity in support of World Suicide Prevention Month, helping raise awareness of an important cause and reinforcing the importance of looking out for one another.
With expert support from the PF Coaching team, healthy snacks to keep everyone fuelled, refreshments afterwards and some great prizes up for grabs, the event was a fantastic way to bring colleagues together for fitness, fun and a meaningful cause.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the event such a success, and to PF Coaching for helping bring it all to life!
Click the image below to watch the highlights from our September CSR event! 👏
The new season got underway for the CluneTech Kilkenny Stars, as the ladies’ team took to the court in the Domino’s Women’s Division One National Basketball League!
The team tipped off their season with a home game at O’Loughlin Gaels in front of a fantastic crowd. It was a closely fought opening game, with plenty of positives to take into the season ahead. 💪
There was also plenty to celebrate off the court! Five players from the club were selected for Irish squads across the U16 to U18 levels, including three members of the CluneTech Kilkenny Stars ladies’ squad. A fantastic achievement and a proud moment for the club! 🇮🇪
As proud supporters of the Kilkenny Stars, we’re delighted to be part of their journey as they continue to grow the game, inspire the next generation of players and raise the profile of women’s basketball in Kilkenny.
We look forward to following the team throughout the season and wish them the very best for the games ahead!
This September, we delivered another 9 kg of plastic caps, collected by our colleagues in the Varna office, to the I Believe and Help Autumn Collection Event in Varna, Bulgaria.
I Believe and Help is a local recycling and donation campaign with three key goals: reducing plastic waste and promoting recycling, educating children and communities about environmental and social responsibility, and raising funds for vital medical equipment.
Their impact so far includes more than 25 pieces of donated medical equipment, 2 neonatal ambulances, 3 mobile blood donation vehicles, and over 1.5 billion BGN raised for meaningful causes. Since 2015, CluneTech has donated almost half a tonne of plastic caps, a meaningful contribution to our local community and a reflection of our ESG commitment.
As the Na Cait Óga season came to a close, we visited Nowlan Park to go behind the scenes to learn more about the work that goes into developing the next generation of Kilkenny hurlers.
We caught up with Athletic Development Lead Nathen Culleton and Coaching Officer Patrick O'Flynn to hear about the academy’s approach to player development and the dedication it takes to help young players grow both on and off the pitch.
As main sponsor for the past three years, CluneTech is proud to support Na Cait Óga and the journey of these young players.
We wish all the players continued success and look forward to seeing what the next generation of Kilkenny talent achieves in the years ahead!
Click the image below to go behind the scenes at Na Cait Óga and discover how the next generation of Kilkenny hurlers are developed!
Last quarter, CluneTech has made its fourth consecutive donation to the I Want a Baby (Iskam Bebe) Foundation in Varna, helping to fund psychological support groups for individuals and couples experiencing infertility.
Since we began supporting the programme in 2023, more than 55 women have received psychological and emotional support through individual counselling sessions, therapeutic support groups and access to valuable information. Five support groups, each lasting between three and six months, have been organised over this period, while individual counselling continues to support women throughout their fertility journeys. 27 children have been born to women who have taken part since the beginning of CluneTech's partnership with Iskam Bebe in Varna.
In 2027, The I Want a Baby Foundation will celebrate its 20th anniversary, and thanks to the joint efforts of the foundation, volunteers, patients, doctors, psychologists, public institutions, responsible businesses and individual donors, more than 20,000 much-wanted children have been born over the past two decades.
We are honoured to continue supporting this meaningful cause.
Introduced in 2021, our CSR Volunteer Day empowers each employee to give back to the charities and causes closest to them. Since the inception of Volunteer Day, 160+ CluneTech employees have contributed to causes which they find meaningful, and this number keeps growing. See what they had to share with us about their experience this quarter:
Volunteering at the Regional Libraries in Varna and Razgrad
In August, four of our colleagues in Varna, Bulgaria, used their Volunteer Day at the "Pencho Slaveykov" Regional Library, where they spent the day helping move books from the archive to a new space in the building, as well as organising and arranging the library's book collection. Going a step further, Elina Borisova, who works for our company entirely remotely, dedicated her annual volunteer day to the Razgrad library in her home town, reading books to small children who visited for an open doors day event.
This is our second time helping with such a cause, following our first big volunteering event in October 2025, when we learned about the long-term goal of Varna's largest public library to work with volunteers, as is common practice in many other European countries.
Volunteering at the Medical and Social Care Home for Children in Varna
This July, our wonderful volunteers spent their time at Varna’s Children’s Residential Care Centre, a place and organization providing medical care, rehabilitation and support to children with disabilities, chronic conditions and their families. Our colleagues helped clean and tidy the outdoor areas, took care of basic maintenance around the facility grounds and contributed to general outdoor improvements, helping create a more welcoming, pleasant and caring environment for the children, parents and staff. Our colleagues' contribution follows our donation to the center earlier this year, when we donated three hospital beds to help furnish the first hospital unit of its kind in Bulgaria dedicated to palliative care for children aged 7 to 18.
October 29, 2026
Read MOREThis September, CluneTech had its strongest showing yet at the Career Show Awards in Bulgaria, taking home five awards across employer and workplace categories.
We received Gold in all five categories we entered: Best Employer in Fintech, CSR Strategy, Employee Benefits Strategy, Young Parents Support Programme and Employee Engagement Events.
Winning Best Employer in Fintech for the fourth year in a row gave us a chance to look beyond the accolade and ask what has helped us build a workplace where people can develop, contribute and build long-term careers. Here's what sits behind it.
A strong workplace starts with listening. Throughout the employee journey, we collect feedback through a range of channels, including our annual Pulse Survey, the Great Place to Work Trust Index, annual global focus groups and dedicated feedback forms. We use what we learn to identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations to our leadership team on our working environment, benefits and people practices. This keeps the employee experience connected to what our people actually need, and gives them a direct way to influence their workplace.
Recognition is a big part of our culture, from company-wide programmes like the #OneTeam Awards and Employee of the Year Awards to monthly appreciation initiatives that make it easy for colleagues to recognise each other. Our long-service benefits mark important career milestones with additional annual leave, financial awards and opportunities to celebrate with teams.
Work is an important part of life, but it is not all of life. We offer remote and hybrid working, flexible start and finish times, and the option to work weekly hours across four and a half days. In Bulgaria, where the Career Show contest took place, 88% of our employees work remotely or in a hybrid model.
We also offer additional annual leave for long-term employees and a quarterly Life-Work Day, a half paid day that everyone can use for personal commitments, regardless of length of service. These benefits are designed to provide practical flexibility that genuinely supports people.
The fintech industry is constantly evolving, and we believe our people should have the opportunity to evolve with it. Our WeLearn platform offers more than 750 learning opportunities, from general professional development to role-specific training.
We also invest in specialised learning. Programmes such as People Manager's Training and the Fintua Tax Academy help colleagues build leadership and specialist expertise, and employees can pursue professional certifications aligned with their individual development plans.
Growth also means progressing within the company. More than 95% of our team managers were promoted into their roles from within, giving employees real opportunities to grow while helping us develop our future leaders from within.
People need different kinds of support at different moments in their lives. Our additional paid leave provisions cover important life events including marriage, separation or divorce, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment and bereavement.
EmpowerHer, our women's support programme, supports women through different stages of life and career. It brings together policies, benefits, education and practical support, from menstrual care and support after maternity leave to career development and menopause initiatives.
For us, inclusion is not simply about having policies in place. It is about creating an environment where people feel respected and treated fairly. In 2025, 95% of employees said they are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation, race, gender or age.
Our workplace culture extends beyond the office. Every employee receives a company-funded volunteering day to support a cause that matters to them. In 2025, volunteering day usage increased by 206% compared with 2024, with colleagues contributing more than 850 hours of voluntary work. Across the year, our teams in Bulgaria took part in 37 charitable and volunteering initiatives.
From blood donation campaigns and environmental activities to projects supporting children and local communities, our colleagues keep turning their time and skills into positive action.
One of the clearest indicators of workplace culture is what happens over time. Average employee tenure in Bulgaria in 2025 was more than 7.5 years, and almost 60% of our employees have been with CluneTech for more than five years. In 2026, 11 colleagues celebrated their 25th anniversary with the company, a milestone that shows the long-term careers people can build here.
There is no single initiative behind the award. It is the combination of listening to our people and acting on their feedback, investing in learning and career development, creating flexibility that supports real life, recognising contribution, supporting different life stages, and giving employees opportunities to make a difference in their communities.
For someone considering their next career move, these things shape what everyday working life actually looks like. At CluneTech, we want people to build meaningful, long-term careers with the flexibility and support to make room for life outside work.
October 22, 2026
Read MOREFriday, 16 October 2026. Kilkenny headquartered software technology group, CluneTech, has been named Employer of the Year at the 2026 HR Leadership & Management Awards, marking a major achievement for the company and its people.
CluneTech was also recognised with the Excellence in Workplace Culture Award, securing two major honours for the company on the night.
The HR Leadership & Management Awards celebrate excellence across the HR profession in Ireland, recognising organisations and teams that are leading the way in shaping exceptional workplaces, strengthening employee experience and driving positive change across their businesses.
Together, the two awards recognise an employee experience that has continued to evolve in response to what people need from their workplace.
Over the years, CluneTech has introduced a range of benefits designed to support employees in ways that reflect their lives both inside and outside of work. These include Lifework Days, flexible and hybrid working, Meeting Free Fridays and paid Volunteer Days.
The company has also introduced initiatives such as the EmpowerHer Programme, as well as enhanced leave policies covering compassionate leave, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment and, more recently, pet bereavement leave.
These initiatives, alongside an ongoing focus on listening to employee feedback and adapting the way people work, have become an important part of life at CluneTech. They reflect the company’s #OneTeam ethos and its commitment to creating a workplace that supports people through different stages of their careers and lives.
Commenting on the wins, Terry Clune, CluneTech CEO and Founder, said:
“We are incredibly proud to be recognised as Employer of the Year and to receive the Excellence in Workplace Culture Award at this year’s HR Leadership & Management Awards. This is a real source of pride for us and reflects the strength of the culture we have created here at CluneTech.
What makes this recognition particularly special is that our culture is built by our people. It is reflected in how our teams collaborate, support one another and bring our values to life across the business. I’d like to thank everyone across our #OneTeam for the part they play in making CluneTech such a great place to work.”
Adding to this, Michelle Gaffney, Head of Group HR, said:
“To see CluneTech recognised in both of these categories is incredibly rewarding. These awards reflect the care and focus we continue to place on the employee experience, from listening to our people and responding to their needs, to creating opportunities for them to grow, develop and build meaningful careers with us. I’m very proud of the work of our HR and leadership teams, whose commitment continues to shape that experience and ensure we keep evolving as an employer. It is wonderful to see that work acknowledged through these awards.”
Reflecting on the achievement, Kaylyn Burke, People and Culture Partner at CluneTech, added:
“This recognition means so much because it reflects the heart of who we are at CluneTech, a team built on respect, driven by innovation, inspired by passion and brought together by our #OneTeam culture. There is a real sense of connection across the business, and that comes through in how we work together and support one another. It is incredibly special to see that culture recognised through both Employer of the Year and Excellence in Workplace Culture.”
The two awards represent another significant milestone for CluneTech and reinforce its longstanding focus on creating a strong employee experience and a culture where people can thrive.
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About CluneTech
CluneTech is a suite of software technology companies providing cutting edge solutions that simplify global business. Its technology streamlines business processes including digital sales, global payroll, tax compliance, global VAT and cross border payments, making business better for customers worldwide.
Established in 1996 by entrepreneur Terry Clune, CluneTech is headquartered in Ireland with a footprint across four continents and does business in more than 100 countries on a daily basis. The group has offices in 21 countries and over 1,200 employees globally.
CluneTech has also been recognised as one of Ireland’s best workplaces for eleven consecutive years by Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture.
For more information, contact:
Lauren Cleere
Marketing and Communications Manager, CluneTech
Email: lauren.cleere@clunetech.com
October 16, 2026
Read MOREAt CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
We have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with Aisleen Dowling, TransferMate's VP Partnership Sales, EMEA who has been on our team for the last 10 years.
What is your favorite thing about working in TransferMate?
I know it is said a lot, but definitely the people. I am in daily contact with multiple colleagues across many departments within the company and they’ve always been a pleasure to work with.
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining TransferMate?
Signing TransferMate’s very first Global Account API with my partner Fyorin way back in 2022.
Who or what has inspired you the most during your time here?
Probably the partners I’ve had the opportunity to work with. Being exposed to different business models and seeing how companies are solving problems across the payments industry has challenged me to learn and develop my own knowledge.
What is the biggest chane that you have witnessed in your time here?
I would probably say the evolution of the company. When I started in Direct Sales, our client conversations were much more traditional. Today, we’re delivering API integrations for embedded payments with some of the biggest names in their respective industries.
What is the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
Moving from Direct Sales into Partnerships was quite a challenge as it was completely new territory for me. I had to learn an entirely different and more complex proposition and way of selling, but I quickly realised I was really comfortable in that space and enjoyed the challenge of learning something new.
What has been your favourite project to work on?
I would probably say TriumphPay. It was the first nested-flow API partnership I worked on, so there was a lot for me to learn throughout the process. It really helped develop my understanding of more complex payment flows and gave me a strong foundation for the partnerships and prospect discussions I’ve worked on since.
Do you have advice for someonewho is just starting their career in CluneTech / TransferMate?
Stay curious and don’t ever be afraid to ask questions. The payments industry is one where you are constantly learning, and some of the best opportunities I’ve worked on over the past ten years have come from being willing to step outside my comfort zone and take on something new.
September 30, 2026
Read MOREAt CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with CluneTech's Chief Information Security Officer, Margaret Corrigan who has been on our team for the last 10 years.
What is your favorite thing about working in CluneTech?
It may sound like a cliché, but the people here genuinely make a real difference. I have the opportunity to work across IT and all of the businesses, and what stands out most is the willingness of everyone to collaborate and work together to achieve the best possible outcome for the organization.
That collaborative spirit extends to the Senior Management team, whose accessibility, support, and ability to make timely decisions play a crucial role in enabling progress. There is a strong culture of open communication and development of a “One Team” mentality. Having people work with you and not against is certainly one of my CluneTech favourites!
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining CluneTech?
My biggest achievement since joining CluneTech has been recruiting a strong team of information security and data protection expertise, and collectively they have helped to build a strong culture of information security awareness across the business. I am extremely proud of my team and how, together with IT, we have significantly improved the organization's overall security posture. It has been a collective effort, and seeing the positive impact of that work has been incredibly rewarding.
One of the highlights has been watching colleagues confidently identify and report suspected phishing emails, or proactively reach out to the team to validate new solutions and ensure they are secure before implementation. Seeing security become part of everyday decision-making, rather than an afterthought, has been a real milestone. It demonstrates that security is now viewed as a shared responsibility across the organization, and knowing that my team and I have helped foster that mindset is something I am particularly proud of.
What is the biggest change that you have witnessed in your time here?
The biggest change I have witnessed during my time here has been the remarkable pace of growth across the business and the technology transformation that has supported it. The adoption of AWS has provided the scalability, resilience, and agility needed to enable expansion, while more recent advancements in AI are creating new opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation across the organization. The businesses are constantly evolving which certainly makes it an interesting place to work.
What is the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
One of the greatest challenges I faced during my time with CluneTech was preparing the organization for compliance with the GDPR legislation in less than four months. Having successfully achieved ISO 27001 certification in February 2018, we then had to rapidly shift our focus to ensuring the business was ready for GDPR by the May 2018 enforcement deadline.
The key to our success was taking a structured and pragmatic approach. We conducted a comprehensive gap analysis to identify where we stood against the GDPR requirements, prioritized the areas of greatest risk and impact, and developed a focused action plan with clear ownership and milestones.
Success was only possible through strong collaboration between the Information Security team, IT, and business subject matter experts across the organization. By working together, maintaining open communication, and staying focused on our priorities, we achieved compliance within the required timeframe.
What has been your favourite project to work on?
It’s difficult to choose just one project, as I've been fortunate to work on so many rewarding initiatives over my CluneTech years. However, my very first project to implement an information security system and achieve ISO27001 certification will always hold a special place in my heart.
As I was new to the company, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I was overwhelmed by the level of support I received from colleagues across IT, the wider business, and the Senior Management team. There was a genuine sense that everyone understood the importance of what we were trying to achieve and was willing to contribute. It really felt like we were all leading the charge together.
That experience set the tone for everything that followed. It reinforced the collaborative culture of the organization and showed me that when people work together with a shared purpose, you can achieve great things. Looking back, it wasn't just a memorable project—it was the beginning of a journey that has been both professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling.
Do you have advice for someone who is just starting their career in CluneTech?
My advice to someone just starting their career would be to embrace every opportunity to learn and grow. As the business continues to expand, there are plenty of opportunities to take on new challenges, broaden your experience, and develop your skills. Make the most of the support available, whether that's through training, mentoring, or learning from the experienced people around you.
Apply yourself fully to your role. Over time, you'll discover the aspects of your work that you genuinely enjoy and those that come most naturally to you. Once you've identified those strengths and interests, look for opportunities to develop them further. Building a career is a journey, and being proactive, open to learning, and willing to step outside your comfort zone will help you make the most of the opportunities that come your way.
August 5, 2026
Read MOREOur CSR Programme - CluneTech Cares, is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability. It has been a busy quarter so make sure to check out some of our latest activities below
April's CSR Spotlight: CluneTech Goes Green
As sustainability continues to be a key pillar of our CSR programme, CluneTech Cares, we were delighted to once again celebrate #CluneTechGoesGreen throughout April, marking World Earth Day by encouraging our people to make a positive impact on both our community and the environment.
This year, we hosted a Clothing Drive at our Kilkenny HQ in aid of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVP). Colleagues were invited to donate clean, reusable clothing, helping to reduce textile waste while supporting individuals and families in need within our local community.
The clothing drive took place alongside our April Pre-Pay Day Lunch, making it easy for colleagues to get involved by bringing along a donation while enjoying lunch together.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our team, we collected an amazing 25 bags of clothing, all of which have now been delivered to St. Vincent de Paul. These donations will make a meaningful difference to local people and families while promoting more sustainable habits across CluneTech.
A huge thank you to everyone who donated and supported the initiative. We'd also like to give a special mention to Johnny Caldwell, Gary McCarthy, Jamie Hogan, and our Great Place to Work representatives Kaylyn Burke and Muireann McMahon, who kindly helped transport all of the donations to SVP.
It was fantastic to see so many colleagues getting involved and supporting this year's #CluneTechGoesGreen initiative. Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a success and for continuing to demonstrate CluneTech's commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
May's CSR Spotlight: World MS Day
In honour of World MS Day, CluneTech Cares dedicated May's CSR spotlight to supporting people affected by multiple sclerosis and raising awareness of the challenges faced by individuals and families living with MS.
This year, we proudly hosted the CluneTech Goals for Good football match at The Watershed, bringing teammates together for an afternoon of sport, teamwork and community spirit. The event was organised to raise both funds and awareness for World MS Day, reinforcing CluneTech's commitment to supporting meaningful causes through our CSR programme.
It was fantastic to see colleagues come together, whether playing on the pitch or cheering from the sidelines, to support this important initiative. The enthusiasm, team spirit and generosity shown throughout the event made it a great success.
A huge thank you to everyone who participated, supported the event and helped raise awareness for World MS Day. Your involvement continues to demonstrate the values at the heart of CluneTech Cares and the positive impact we can make when we come together for a good cause.
June's CSR Spotlight: Pride Month
This June, CluneTech Cares proudly celebrated Pride Month, recognising and supporting the LGBTQ+ community while promoting inclusion, respect and belonging across our teams.
Throughout the month, colleagues came together to take part in a range of Pride-themed activities across our offices. One of the highlights was our Pride Rowathon Challenge at Kilkenny HQ, where teams competed in a fun and energetic rowing challenge in support of a great cause. It was fantastic to see so many colleagues getting involved, creating an incredible atmosphere filled with team spirit and friendly competition.
Congratulations to James Tuohy and Maeve Mansfield, who achieved the best team score of 4,904 metres during the 10-minute challenge. A special mention also goes to Kevin O'Connell, whose determination and sense of humour earned him a well-deserved prize after completing his row in a pair of jeans!
To round off the celebrations, we hosted an LGBTQ+ webinar, both in person and virtually, giving colleagues across all of our locations the opportunity to come together, listen, learn and celebrate Pride. Meanwhile, our Dublin HQ marked the occasion with a Pride-themed Pre-Pay Day Lunch, helping to spread the celebrations across our offices.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part throughout the month. Whether you participated in the Rowathon, attended the webinar, joined our Pride celebrations or showed your support in other ways, your involvement helped make Pride Month a meaningful celebration of diversity, inclusion and community across CluneTech.
CluneTech Volunteers Support Varna Zoo
This June, CluneTech employees took part in their first volunteering initiative at Varna Zoo, dedicating their CSR day to supporting one of the city’s most beloved attractions.
Our team of six volunteers spent the day cleaning and refreshing several areas of the zoo, helping to create a more welcoming environment for both visitors and animals. They also had the opportunity to assist with feeding and caring for some of the zoo’s residents, gaining first-hand insight into the important work carried out by the zoo’s staff.
Established in 1961, Varna Zoo spans 23 decares and is home to more than 400 animals from 60 different species. Welcoming over 150,000 visitors annually, it plays an important role in education, conservation, and animal welfare within the local community.
The 8th Edition of CluneTech’s Career Counselling Programme Wraps Up
Another group of young economics students has successfully completed CluneTech’s Career Counselling Programme, held in Varna, Bulgaria.
Our year-long high school programme is designed to help young people develop the skills they need to make the most of their career exploration, job search, and application journey. With the support of recruitment professionals, managers and guest lecturers, students learn how to create impactful CVs and video resumes, prepare for job interviews, and identify the most relevant opportunities on the job market.
Alongside our internship and graduate initiatives, the Career Counselling Programme reflects our ongoing commitment to local communities and our belief in supporting young talent by offering opportunities to learn and grow in an innovative and collaborative environment.
Driving the Future of Women in STEM with F1 in Schools
CluneTech was proud to support this year's F1 in Schools (STEM Racing) programme, an inspiring initiative that encourages young people to develop their skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) through innovation, teamwork and creativity.
Ahead of the national finals in Kinsale, we welcomed the participating teams from Loreto Secondary School, Kilkenny to CluneTech, where they presented their projects and showcased the months of work that had gone into designing, engineering and promoting their race cars. It was a fantastic opportunity for our team to learn more about each project and witness firsthand the creativity, professionalism and determination of these talented young students.
We would also like to recognise their teacher, Anthony Mulvihill, whose dedication and guidance helped prepare the students throughout the competition. His commitment to encouraging young people to pursue STEM opportunities played a key role in the success of the programme.
CluneTech was delighted to support the teams on their journey to the national competition as part of our commitment to encouraging more young women to pursue opportunities in STEM.
We were thrilled to see the students perform so well at the STEM Racing National Finals, with Treoluas Racing securing an outstanding second-place finish. Congratulations to all of the students who represented Loreto Secondary School in Kinsale. Their hard work, teamwork and innovation were evident throughout the competition, and they should be incredibly proud of their achievements.
We look forward to continuing to support initiatives that inspire the next generation of female innovators, engineers and leaders.
EmpowerHer Expands with Complimentary Period Products in Our Bulgarian Offices
We’re delighted to share that, as part of EmpowerHer - CluneTech’s women’s empowerment programme, complimentary sanitary products are now available in our offices in Varna and Veliko Tarnovo.
The products have been carefully selected and are supplied by sustainable period care brands. Made from organic, non-toxic, non-bleached cotton, they also support meaningful causes, with every purchase contributing to initiatives such as SOS Children’s Villages and Trees for the Future.
Launched earlier this year, the EmpowerHer programme aims to support female employees through the various stages of their lives, fostering a workplace where they can thrive and successfully balance their professional and personal aspirations.
Supporting the Next Generation of Cyclists: Opening the 2026 Cycling Season with CluneTech and Tarnovo Runs
At CluneTech, we continue to promote a passion for cycling and safe riding practices. During the opening of the 2026 Cycling Season, the non-profit organization Tarnovo Runs, with the support of CluneTech, provided young cyclists with gifts and essential safety equipment. This initiative reflects our shared commitment to encouraging active lifestyles among children and young people while fostering a culture of responsibility and safety on the road.
Founded in Veliko Tarnovo, Tarnovo Runs is the only one active community organizations in Bulgaria that promotes healthy lifestyles, cycling, and outdoor activities. For more than 10 years, the organization has been building a strong cycling culture and active community through over 1,200 free events, including bike rides, running sessions, family festivals, yoga activities, and educational programs. Tarnovo Runs has organized more than 100 free cycling events in Veliko Tarnovo alone, inspiring thousands of people across Bulgaria to embrace cycling as a healthy, social, and sustainable way of life.
From the birthplace of Bulgarian cycling to the international stage, Veliko Tarnovo celebrated another historic moment in May 2026 Veliko Tarnovo proudly welcomed one of the world’s most prestigious cycling events as Stage 2 of the Giro d’Italia finished in the historic Bulgarian capital. As part of Grande Partenza (Grand Start) hosted by Bulgaria the legendary race brought the world’s elite cyclists to the city, placing Veliko Tarnovo on the international sporting stage. The event marked a historic moment for Bulgarian cycling and further strengthened Veliko Tarnovo’s reputation as a leading destination for active tourism.
Celebrating Kilkenny District Soccer League's All-Ireland Champions
We were delighted to welcome members of the Kilkenny District Soccer League U14 team to CluneTech, where they proudly brought along the All-Ireland Cup trophy following their fantastic victory in the final at the University of Limerick.
Successfully defending their title as reigning champions is an outstanding achievement and reflects the hard work, talent and dedication of both the players and their coaching team. Congratulations to everyone involved on this incredible success!
Following their visit, attention turned to the 2026 Gaynor Cup, where another talented Kilkenny District Soccer League squad proudly represented their clubs, league and county on the national stage at the University of Limerick. CluneTech was proud to support these young players throughout their journey and celebrate another exciting chapter for the league.
Congratulations once again to the U14 All-Ireland champions, and well done to everyone who represented Kilkenny District Soccer League at this year's Gaynor Cup. We look forward to following many more successes in the future!
Game, Set and Match at Kilkenny County & City Lawn Tennis Club
As proud sponsors of the Kilkenny Singles League, CluneTech was delighted to attend this year's finals at Kilkenny County & City Lawn Tennis Club and experience the fantastic atmosphere firsthand.
From the first serve to the final point, the competition showcased the talent, commitment and community spirit that make the club such an important part of the local sporting community. It was a wonderful opportunity to meet the players, volunteers, coaches and club members whose passion and dedication continue to drive the success of the club both on and off the court.
At CluneTech, we believe local sports clubs play a vital role in bringing people together, creating opportunities and strengthening communities. We are proud to support Kilkenny County & City Lawn Tennis Club and the valuable work they do year after year.
Congratulations to everyone who took part in this year's Kilkenny Singles League, and thank you to the club for welcoming us along to enjoy an excellent day of tennis. We look forward to continuing our support in the years ahead.
Click the image below to watch the highlights from the day!
July 7, 2026
Read MOREOur CSR Programme - CluneTech Cares, is a fantastic representation of what we are - a team of truly caring individuals giving our best to support and add value, not only to our customers, but also to the communities in which we operate. CluneTech Cares is employee-led and has three key pillars: Wellness, Culture & Community, and Sustainability.It has been a busy quarter so make sure to check out some of our latest activities below!
Throughout July, our CSR Spotlight focused on supporting two fantastic charities dedicated to improving the lives of children and their families: Children’s Health Foundation in Ireland and Karin Dom Foundation in Bulgaria.
To show our support, we introduced the 100 Skips a Day Challenge!
The challenge encouraged colleagues to complete 100 skips each day throughout July, combining physical activity with support for two worthwhile causes. It was a fun way to get moving, build healthy habits and raise awareness of the important work these organisations do for children and their families.
Colleagues at Kilkenny HQ could pick up a skipping rope pack behind Reception, making it easy to get involved, while those working remotely were encouraged to take part from wherever they were.
Thank you to everyone who got involved in the challenge and helped shine a light on our charity partners and the important work they do. Every effort counts, and we’re proud to continue supporting causes that make a positive difference to children and families.
August was all about our furry friends!
As part of our August CSR Spotlight on animal welfare, we invited our teams around the world to share photos of their beloved pets for our Pets of CluneTech competition - and we loved seeing all the adorable entries!
From cute faces to funny moments, it was lovely to meet some of the four-legged members of the wider CluneTech family and see the joy they bring to our colleagues’ lives.
But the fun was about more than just sharing pet photos! For everyone who took part, CluneTech made a monetary donation to our dedicated animal welfare charity, helping support a cause that makes a real difference to animals in need.
A big congratulations to our winners, Fifi, Leo and Miko, and a huge thank you to everyone who entered and helped make this initiative a success. Of course, a special mention goes to all the pets and their humans for getting involved!
This September, Kilkenny HQ took on a new challenge in support of World Suicide Prevention Month, with CluneTech’s very own HYROX-style fitness event in collaboration with PF Coaching!
Colleagues teamed up in pairs to tackle eight fitness stations, with a 500m or 800m run between each station. From pushing themselves through each challenge to cheering on their teammates, the event brought plenty of energy, teamwork and friendly competition to the day.
For every CluneTech employee who took part, CluneTech made a donation to charity in support of World Suicide Prevention Month, helping raise awareness of an important cause and reinforcing the importance of looking out for one another.
With expert support from the PF Coaching team, healthy snacks to keep everyone fuelled, refreshments afterwards and some great prizes up for grabs, the event was a fantastic way to bring colleagues together for fitness, fun and a meaningful cause.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part and helped make the event such a success, and to PF Coaching for helping bring it all to life!
Click the image below to watch the highlights from our September CSR event! 👏
The new season got underway for the CluneTech Kilkenny Stars, as the ladies’ team took to the court in the Domino’s Women’s Division One National Basketball League!
The team tipped off their season with a home game at O’Loughlin Gaels in front of a fantastic crowd. It was a closely fought opening game, with plenty of positives to take into the season ahead. 💪
There was also plenty to celebrate off the court! Five players from the club were selected for Irish squads across the U16 to U18 levels, including three members of the CluneTech Kilkenny Stars ladies’ squad. A fantastic achievement and a proud moment for the club! 🇮🇪
As proud supporters of the Kilkenny Stars, we’re delighted to be part of their journey as they continue to grow the game, inspire the next generation of players and raise the profile of women’s basketball in Kilkenny.
We look forward to following the team throughout the season and wish them the very best for the games ahead!
This September, we delivered another 9 kg of plastic caps, collected by our colleagues in the Varna office, to the I Believe and Help Autumn Collection Event in Varna, Bulgaria.
I Believe and Help is a local recycling and donation campaign with three key goals: reducing plastic waste and promoting recycling, educating children and communities about environmental and social responsibility, and raising funds for vital medical equipment.
Their impact so far includes more than 25 pieces of donated medical equipment, 2 neonatal ambulances, 3 mobile blood donation vehicles, and over 1.5 billion BGN raised for meaningful causes. Since 2015, CluneTech has donated almost half a tonne of plastic caps, a meaningful contribution to our local community and a reflection of our ESG commitment.
As the Na Cait Óga season came to a close, we visited Nowlan Park to go behind the scenes to learn more about the work that goes into developing the next generation of Kilkenny hurlers.
We caught up with Athletic Development Lead Nathen Culleton and Coaching Officer Patrick O'Flynn to hear about the academy’s approach to player development and the dedication it takes to help young players grow both on and off the pitch.
As main sponsor for the past three years, CluneTech is proud to support Na Cait Óga and the journey of these young players.
We wish all the players continued success and look forward to seeing what the next generation of Kilkenny talent achieves in the years ahead!
Click the image below to go behind the scenes at Na Cait Óga and discover how the next generation of Kilkenny hurlers are developed!
Last quarter, CluneTech has made its fourth consecutive donation to the I Want a Baby (Iskam Bebe) Foundation in Varna, helping to fund psychological support groups for individuals and couples experiencing infertility.
Since we began supporting the programme in 2023, more than 55 women have received psychological and emotional support through individual counselling sessions, therapeutic support groups and access to valuable information. Five support groups, each lasting between three and six months, have been organised over this period, while individual counselling continues to support women throughout their fertility journeys. 27 children have been born to women who have taken part since the beginning of CluneTech's partnership with Iskam Bebe in Varna.
In 2027, The I Want a Baby Foundation will celebrate its 20th anniversary, and thanks to the joint efforts of the foundation, volunteers, patients, doctors, psychologists, public institutions, responsible businesses and individual donors, more than 20,000 much-wanted children have been born over the past two decades.
We are honoured to continue supporting this meaningful cause.
Introduced in 2021, our CSR Volunteer Day empowers each employee to give back to the charities and causes closest to them. Since the inception of Volunteer Day, 160+ CluneTech employees have contributed to causes which they find meaningful, and this number keeps growing. See what they had to share with us about their experience this quarter:
Volunteering at the Regional Libraries in Varna and Razgrad
In August, four of our colleagues in Varna, Bulgaria, used their Volunteer Day at the "Pencho Slaveykov" Regional Library, where they spent the day helping move books from the archive to a new space in the building, as well as organising and arranging the library's book collection. Going a step further, Elina Borisova, who works for our company entirely remotely, dedicated her annual volunteer day to the Razgrad library in her home town, reading books to small children who visited for an open doors day event.
This is our second time helping with such a cause, following our first big volunteering event in October 2025, when we learned about the long-term goal of Varna's largest public library to work with volunteers, as is common practice in many other European countries.
Volunteering at the Medical and Social Care Home for Children in Varna
This July, our wonderful volunteers spent their time at Varna’s Children’s Residential Care Centre, a place and organization providing medical care, rehabilitation and support to children with disabilities, chronic conditions and their families. Our colleagues helped clean and tidy the outdoor areas, took care of basic maintenance around the facility grounds and contributed to general outdoor improvements, helping create a more welcoming, pleasant and caring environment for the children, parents and staff. Our colleagues' contribution follows our donation to the center earlier this year, when we donated three hospital beds to help furnish the first hospital unit of its kind in Bulgaria dedicated to palliative care for children aged 7 to 18.
October 29, 2026
Read MOREThis September, CluneTech had its strongest showing yet at the Career Show Awards in Bulgaria, taking home five awards across employer and workplace categories.
We received Gold in all five categories we entered: Best Employer in Fintech, CSR Strategy, Employee Benefits Strategy, Young Parents Support Programme and Employee Engagement Events.
Winning Best Employer in Fintech for the fourth year in a row gave us a chance to look beyond the accolade and ask what has helped us build a workplace where people can develop, contribute and build long-term careers. Here's what sits behind it.
A strong workplace starts with listening. Throughout the employee journey, we collect feedback through a range of channels, including our annual Pulse Survey, the Great Place to Work Trust Index, annual global focus groups and dedicated feedback forms. We use what we learn to identify opportunities for improvement and make recommendations to our leadership team on our working environment, benefits and people practices. This keeps the employee experience connected to what our people actually need, and gives them a direct way to influence their workplace.
Recognition is a big part of our culture, from company-wide programmes like the #OneTeam Awards and Employee of the Year Awards to monthly appreciation initiatives that make it easy for colleagues to recognise each other. Our long-service benefits mark important career milestones with additional annual leave, financial awards and opportunities to celebrate with teams.
Work is an important part of life, but it is not all of life. We offer remote and hybrid working, flexible start and finish times, and the option to work weekly hours across four and a half days. In Bulgaria, where the Career Show contest took place, 88% of our employees work remotely or in a hybrid model.
We also offer additional annual leave for long-term employees and a quarterly Life-Work Day, a half paid day that everyone can use for personal commitments, regardless of length of service. These benefits are designed to provide practical flexibility that genuinely supports people.
The fintech industry is constantly evolving, and we believe our people should have the opportunity to evolve with it. Our WeLearn platform offers more than 750 learning opportunities, from general professional development to role-specific training.
We also invest in specialised learning. Programmes such as People Manager's Training and the Fintua Tax Academy help colleagues build leadership and specialist expertise, and employees can pursue professional certifications aligned with their individual development plans.
Growth also means progressing within the company. More than 95% of our team managers were promoted into their roles from within, giving employees real opportunities to grow while helping us develop our future leaders from within.
People need different kinds of support at different moments in their lives. Our additional paid leave provisions cover important life events including marriage, separation or divorce, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment and bereavement.
EmpowerHer, our women's support programme, supports women through different stages of life and career. It brings together policies, benefits, education and practical support, from menstrual care and support after maternity leave to career development and menopause initiatives.
For us, inclusion is not simply about having policies in place. It is about creating an environment where people feel respected and treated fairly. In 2025, 95% of employees said they are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation, race, gender or age.
Our workplace culture extends beyond the office. Every employee receives a company-funded volunteering day to support a cause that matters to them. In 2025, volunteering day usage increased by 206% compared with 2024, with colleagues contributing more than 850 hours of voluntary work. Across the year, our teams in Bulgaria took part in 37 charitable and volunteering initiatives.
From blood donation campaigns and environmental activities to projects supporting children and local communities, our colleagues keep turning their time and skills into positive action.
One of the clearest indicators of workplace culture is what happens over time. Average employee tenure in Bulgaria in 2025 was more than 7.5 years, and almost 60% of our employees have been with CluneTech for more than five years. In 2026, 11 colleagues celebrated their 25th anniversary with the company, a milestone that shows the long-term careers people can build here.
There is no single initiative behind the award. It is the combination of listening to our people and acting on their feedback, investing in learning and career development, creating flexibility that supports real life, recognising contribution, supporting different life stages, and giving employees opportunities to make a difference in their communities.
For someone considering their next career move, these things shape what everyday working life actually looks like. At CluneTech, we want people to build meaningful, long-term careers with the flexibility and support to make room for life outside work.
October 22, 2026
Read MOREFriday, 16 October 2026. Kilkenny headquartered software technology group, CluneTech, has been named Employer of the Year at the 2026 HR Leadership & Management Awards, marking a major achievement for the company and its people.
CluneTech was also recognised with the Excellence in Workplace Culture Award, securing two major honours for the company on the night.
The HR Leadership & Management Awards celebrate excellence across the HR profession in Ireland, recognising organisations and teams that are leading the way in shaping exceptional workplaces, strengthening employee experience and driving positive change across their businesses.
Together, the two awards recognise an employee experience that has continued to evolve in response to what people need from their workplace.
Over the years, CluneTech has introduced a range of benefits designed to support employees in ways that reflect their lives both inside and outside of work. These include Lifework Days, flexible and hybrid working, Meeting Free Fridays and paid Volunteer Days.
The company has also introduced initiatives such as the EmpowerHer Programme, as well as enhanced leave policies covering compassionate leave, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment and, more recently, pet bereavement leave.
These initiatives, alongside an ongoing focus on listening to employee feedback and adapting the way people work, have become an important part of life at CluneTech. They reflect the company’s #OneTeam ethos and its commitment to creating a workplace that supports people through different stages of their careers and lives.
Commenting on the wins, Terry Clune, CluneTech CEO and Founder, said:
“We are incredibly proud to be recognised as Employer of the Year and to receive the Excellence in Workplace Culture Award at this year’s HR Leadership & Management Awards. This is a real source of pride for us and reflects the strength of the culture we have created here at CluneTech.
What makes this recognition particularly special is that our culture is built by our people. It is reflected in how our teams collaborate, support one another and bring our values to life across the business. I’d like to thank everyone across our #OneTeam for the part they play in making CluneTech such a great place to work.”
Adding to this, Michelle Gaffney, Head of Group HR, said:
“To see CluneTech recognised in both of these categories is incredibly rewarding. These awards reflect the care and focus we continue to place on the employee experience, from listening to our people and responding to their needs, to creating opportunities for them to grow, develop and build meaningful careers with us. I’m very proud of the work of our HR and leadership teams, whose commitment continues to shape that experience and ensure we keep evolving as an employer. It is wonderful to see that work acknowledged through these awards.”
Reflecting on the achievement, Kaylyn Burke, People and Culture Partner at CluneTech, added:
“This recognition means so much because it reflects the heart of who we are at CluneTech, a team built on respect, driven by innovation, inspired by passion and brought together by our #OneTeam culture. There is a real sense of connection across the business, and that comes through in how we work together and support one another. It is incredibly special to see that culture recognised through both Employer of the Year and Excellence in Workplace Culture.”
The two awards represent another significant milestone for CluneTech and reinforce its longstanding focus on creating a strong employee experience and a culture where people can thrive.
About CluneTech
CluneTech is a suite of software technology companies providing cutting edge solutions that simplify global business. Its technology streamlines business processes including digital sales, global payroll, tax compliance, global VAT and cross border payments, making business better for customers worldwide.
Established in 1996 by entrepreneur Terry Clune, CluneTech is headquartered in Ireland with a footprint across four continents and does business in more than 100 countries on a daily basis. The group has offices in 21 countries and over 1,200 employees globally.
CluneTech has also been recognised as one of Ireland’s best workplaces for eleven consecutive years by Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture.
For more information, contact:
Lauren Cleere
Marketing and Communications Manager, CluneTech
Email: lauren.cleere@clunetech.com
October 16, 2026
Read MOREAt CluneTech, we have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
We have an extensive Milestone Recognition Program that rewards employees that choose to build a long and successful career with us. As part of this programme, we love celebrating and sharing the stories of those reaching major milestones with the company.
This month we caught up with Aisleen Dowling, TransferMate's VP Partnership Sales, EMEA who has been on our team for the last 10 years.
What is your favorite thing about working in TransferMate?
I know it is said a lot, but definitely the people. I am in daily contact with multiple colleagues across many departments within the company and they’ve always been a pleasure to work with.
What has been your biggest achievement or highlight since joining TransferMate?
Signing TransferMate’s very first Global Account API with my partner Fyorin way back in 2022.
Who or what has inspired you the most during your time here?
Probably the partners I’ve had the opportunity to work with. Being exposed to different business models and seeing how companies are solving problems across the payments industry has challenged me to learn and develop my own knowledge.
What is the biggest chane that you have witnessed in your time here?
I would probably say the evolution of the company. When I started in Direct Sales, our client conversations were much more traditional. Today, we’re delivering API integrations for embedded payments with some of the biggest names in their respective industries.
What is the greatest challenge that you have faced in your time here and how did you overcome it?
Moving from Direct Sales into Partnerships was quite a challenge as it was completely new territory for me. I had to learn an entirely different and more complex proposition and way of selling, but I quickly realised I was really comfortable in that space and enjoyed the challenge of learning something new.
What has been your favourite project to work on?
I would probably say TriumphPay. It was the first nested-flow API partnership I worked on, so there was a lot for me to learn throughout the process. It really helped develop my understanding of more complex payment flows and gave me a strong foundation for the partnerships and prospect discussions I’ve worked on since.
Do you have advice for someonewho is just starting their career in CluneTech / TransferMate?
Stay curious and don’t ever be afraid to ask questions. The payments industry is one where you are constantly learning, and some of the best opportunities I’ve worked on over the past ten years have come from being willing to step outside my comfort zone and take on something new.
September 30, 2026
Read MOREMonday, September 14th, 2026. CluneTech has achieved its strongest performance to date at the Career Show Awards in Bulgaria, securing five gold awards across employer, workplace and leadership categories.
The company received Gold in all five categories it entered, recognising its approach to employee engagement, benefits, social responsibility and support for employees:
• Best Employer in Fintech
• CSR Strategy
• Employee Benefits Strategy
• Young Parents Support Programme
• Employee Engagement Events
CluneTech Named Best Employer in Fintech
CluneTech was recognised as Best Employer in Fintech in Bulgaria for its comprehensive approach to employee experience, combining flexibility, wellbeing, professional development and recognition.
In 2025, 88% of employees in Bulgaria worked remotely or in a hybrid model, 95% of managers were promoted internally, and employees had access to more than 750 learning opportunities through the company’s WeLearn platform. CluneTech also continued to invest in inclusion, family support and community engagement, with 40 team-building events, 37 charitable and volunteering initiatives and more than 850 hours of volunteering throughout the past year. These efforts contributed to strong employee engagement, with 89% of employees saying they are proud to work for the company.
Two More Awards for CluneTech’s Fintua
In addition, Vesselina Marinova, Head of Operations & Senior Product Manager at CluneTech’s Fintua, received Gold for Best Manager and Bronze for Workplace Leader, recognising her more than 25 years of contribution to Fintua’s growth and development.
Vesselina has played a key role in building Fintua’s operational foundations and driving its digital transformation, including the introduction of automation and AI-powered solutions that have significantly improved operational efficiency. Today, she leads more than 150 specialists across multiple operational and business functions.
Celebrating Continued Recognition
Together, these awards represent CluneTech’s most successful showing at the Career Show Awards to date, following the company’s rise to No. 14 in the Career Show Best Employers of Bulgaria Index this year.
The winners will be celebrated at the Career Show Awards ceremony at Arena Sofia on 5 October 2026.
CluneTech’s continued recognition in Bulgaria reflects its focus on creating a supportive and engaging workplace while investing in employee development, wellbeing, inclusion and meaningful workplace experiences.
September 14, 2026
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