Pharma consultancy Business Platforms to create 75 jobs in Cork

Business Platforms leadership team and founders at SkyDock, Horgan’s Quay, with Taoiseach Micheál Martin as the company announced it will double its workforce by 2028.

Pharmaceutical consultancy services firm Business Platforms is to create 75 jobs in Cork as it plans to double its workforce by 2028.

The company is creating 75 consulting and engineering roles at its Cork headquarters, driven by increased demand for specialised services in MES (manufacturing execution systems), serialisation, and digital transformation across the pharmaceutical industry.

Co-founded in 2019 by Paul Browne, Phillip Doyle, and Liam O’Riordan, Business Platforms partners with global pharmaceutical companies, delivering consulting services focusing on efficiency, compliance, and innovation. The company now supports over 50% of the top 20 largest pharmaceutical firms worldwide.

Business Platforms recently appointed pharma industry veteran Joe Lyons as general manager. “This announcement reflects the increasing demand for specialized consulting services in the pharmaceutical industry. We are proud to continue our commitment to excellence by growing our talented team, investing in cutting-edge learning and development initiatives, and expanding our service offerings to meet the evolving needs of our clients,” said Mr Lyons. 

Business Platforms’ headquarters at Penrose Dock, Cork will remain a cornerstone of its operations, with plans to expand office space to facilitate the growing team numbers, with staff headcount expected to reach 150 in the next three years.

“We are excited for the next phase of our journey, with our talented team, strong client relationships, and commitment to excellence, we are well-positioned to achieve our vision of becoming a leading global provider of business consulting and operational support for pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality, and supply chain systems,” said Mr Lyons.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin was present for the announcement and met with both staff and senior leadership. “Ireland’s pharmaceutical sector stands as a global leader, driving innovation, excellence, and economic growth. This announcement from Business Platforms is a testament to the strength of this industry and the world-class expertise we cultivate here in Cork," said Mr Martin. 

"By creating 75 highly skilled jobs and expanding its consulting services, Business Platforms is strengthening the digital transformation of pharmaceutical manufacturing and reinforcing Ireland’s position at the cutting edge of the industry."

Enterprise Ireland divisional manager for technology and services Anne Lanigan said: “Supporting Irish companies with the ambition to scale globally is a key priority for Enterprise Ireland and we look forward to working closely with Business Platforms to optimise their full international growth potential into the future.”