Ministry Brands, the software and services company for faith-based organisations, is to establish a new software research and development centre in Galway, creating 50 new technology jobs.
The company said the new Galway facility will focus on product innovation.
The new Galway site is supported by IDA Ireland.
Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee in the US, Ministry Brands helps 90,000 purpose-driven organisations grow and increase their impact on the world. It has 700 employees.
Ministry Brands said it will be hiring platform developers, data warehousing specialists, native mobile and AI developers to staff the Galway R&D centre.
"Our investors and leadership team are committed to elevating the standard for technology and service in our industry," said Pat O'Donnell, CEO of Ministry Brands.
"We are incredibly excited to open this new R&D centre in Galway. The talent that is here, along with the support of the Irish Government and local community leaders has been incredible and I’m confident that this will be a fantastic, long-term partnership," he added.
Mary Buckley, Executive Director of IDA Ireland, said the company's decision to establish a research and development centre with 50 jobs is great news for Galway and indeed, the West region.
"This demonstrates the company’s commitment to Ireland and the strength of the talent available here," she added.
Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital & Company Regulation Dara Calleary said the 50 new jobs will be a welcome boost to Galway City.
"Ministry Brands is an industry leader, supporting numerous faith-based organisations, and this centre will allow them to further focus on new product innovation," Mr Calleary said.
"This new investment in Ireland is a nod again to the talented workforce at our disposal, and all the West has to offer," he added.
Meanwhile, global law firm Squire Patton Boggs has opened a new Dublin office.
The firm announced it is planning to hire 50 employees here in the coming years.
"Ireland is a dynamic economy that continues to emerge as a strategic location for investment from across multiple sectors where our firm has deep connections," said Steve Mahon, Global Managing Partner – Clients and Strategy at Squire Patton Boggs.
"Our new office enables us to continue to help our clients achieve their ambitions domestically and abroad. We are excited to launch and have a view towards continued expansion."
