Why Skills-Based Hiring is the Future – and How Turas Nua is Helping Shape It

November 12, 2025

Why Skills-Based Hiring is the Future – and How Turas Nua is Helping Shape It

Andrew Farrow • November 12, 2025
Skills to Serve

How Turas Nua Supports Skills-Based Hiring


1. Building Skills from the Ground Up


Through pre-employment training, sector-specific courses, and employability workshops, we help our clients gain the practical and interpersonal skills employers are looking for, from communication and teamwork to digital literacy and customer service. Our bespoke learning platform, FLEX (Focused Learning Experiences), allows people to develop and showcase their skills in a flexible, accessible way.


2. Connecting Employers to Hidden Talent


We partner with hundreds of Irish employers who understand that potential matters more than a perfect CV. By connecting businesses to work-ready candidates, we help employers build teams that are skilled, motivated, and resilient. Our Employer Services Teams support inclusive recruitment strategies that not only fill vacancies but strengthen workforces through diversity and fresh thinking.


3. Supporting Lifelong Learning


Skills don’t stop growing when a person starts a job. We help employers and employees identify ongoing development opportunities, ensuring people continue to adapt and succeed as industries evolve.



Employers across Ireland are turning to skills-based hiring to build resilient, inclusive teams. If you’re ready to find skilled, motivated candidates - or want to explore how we can support your recruitment needs - Turas Nua is here to help.


👉 Get in touch with our Employer Services Team to learn how we can help you find the talent your business needs.


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Contact us today to learn how we can support your organisation.

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