Lincoln Recruitment Specialists is delighted to announce a new strategic partnership with Platform55, an award-winning organisation committed to creating supportive and inclusive workplaces. This collaboration aims to address the critical challenges faced by working parents and to promote equality and sustainability across workplaces in Ireland.
In light of the persistent gender pay gap, which research shows can be attributed 80% to the motherhood penalty, and the growing demand for work-life balance among fathers, Lincoln Recruitment Specialists is committed to making meaningful contributions toward societal change. This partnership with Platform55 reinforces Lincoln Recruitment’s dedication to driving impactful initiatives that support both employees and employers in building balanced and successful careers.
Platform55 is known for its innovative approach to helping organisations create environments where employees can thrive while balancing work and family responsibilities. Through their platform, they offer crucial support to people leaders, HR professionals, and employees, ensuring that companies not only attract top talent but also retain and nurture that talent throughout their career journey, from recruitment to senior leadership roles.
“At Lincoln Recruitment, we believe in the importance of creating equal opportunities for all professionals, regardless of their personal circumstances,” said Donal Whelan, MD of Lincoln Recruitment Specialists. “Our partnership with Platform55 is a significant step forward in our mission to reshape workplace cultures and provide the necessary support systems to enable working parents to succeed.”
This collaboration comes at a time when many working parents face significant challenges in balancing their professional and personal lives. Despite the growing demand for work-life balance, with 1 in 3 fathers actively seeking job opportunities that offer better flexibility and 50% of parents feeling that senior roles are incompatible with parenting, a staggering 42% of Irish employers are pushing for increased office presence. Together, Lincoln Recruitment and Platform55 are committed to helping organisations overcome these challenges by adopting best practices that support equal and sustainable workplaces.
“Platform55 is excited to partner with Lincoln Recruitment Specialists to bring our shared vision of a more inclusive and supportive work environment to life,” said Michelle O’Keeffe, Owner and Co-Founder of Platform55. “By combining our expertise in workplace culture with Lincoln Recruitment’s deep industry knowledge, we aim to drive real change in how companies approach employee well-being, retention, and leadership development.”
Through this partnership, both organisations will work closely with employers to implement policies and initiatives that prioritise work-life balance, inclusivity, and career progression for all employees. Together, they will empower businesses to build workplaces that reflect the evolving needs of modern professionals while ensuring long-term success for both employees and employers.
