€200,000 pay cap stifled hiring of finance chief

The search for a new head of the Department of Finance was frustrated by a salary cap and saw several candidates apply for the position with salaries well over the amount offered.

€200,000 pay cap stifled hiring of finance chief

A pay cap of €200,000 for the position was an “obstacle” to finding an appropriate candidate.

Finance Minister Michael Noonan was told of problems in searching for a new department chief but also of how EU and IMF lenders were pleased that the hunt for candidates reached outside Ireland.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited