Professional job vacancies up 23% on last year

New research shows further signs of growth in the economy - with professional job vacancies up 23% nationally on figures for last year.

According to the latest Employment Monitor, from Morgan McKinley, there were over 11,800 vacancies last month compared to 9,570 vacancies in February 2014.

The report shows an increase in available positions in areas like financial services, funds and asset management.

The findings show a positive start for regional centres outside of Dublin.