HRLocker and HireHive Unite to Drive ISH's HR Software Ambitions

Deal News | Feb 13, 2025 | EIN

HRLocker and HireHive Unite to Drive ISH's HR Software Ambitions

HRLocker, a leading B2B SaaS Human Resources platform in Ireland, has announced its merger with the Cork-based recruitment platform HireHive. This merger with HireHive, now making it a HRLocker Group company, comes shortly after HRLocker's acquisition by ISH, marking a significant step in ISH's strategy to consolidate its offerings in the HR and recruitment space. The merger promises to strengthen HRLocker's capabilities, adding HireHive's expertise in recruitment technology, which will offer a seamless, integrated platform for small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). HRLocker plans to use HireHive's functionalities to enhance analytics, provide multilingual capabilities, and improve support services. The merger aims to create a comprehensive solution for managing employee lifecycles efficiently. Leaders from both companies have expressed optimism and excitement about the merger, suggesting it meets a market demand for integrated HR solutions. Adam Reynolds of ISH has noted that the enriched platform will provide an improved experience for their combined customer base of over 3,000 clients.

Sectors

  • Human Resources Software
  • Software as a Service (SaaS)

Geography

  • Ireland – Both HRLocker and HireHive are based in Ireland, and the discussion surrounds the growth of local HR tech companies.

Industry

  • Human Resources Software – The article discusses companies involved in providing HR software solutions, particularly for recruitment and HR management.
  • Software as a Service (SaaS) – HRLocker and HireHive operate as SaaS platforms, offering cloud-based solutions for HR and recruitment needs.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    HRLockerTarget and Acquired CompanyCompanyB2B SaaS Human Resources platform in Ireland.
    HireHiveMerging CompanyCompanyCork-based recruitment platform.
    ISHAcquiring CompanyCompanyThe company that acquired HRLocker and is consolidating its portfolio in HR and recruitment solutions.
    Crystel Robbins RynneCEO of HRLockerPerson
    Joe WinthropInterim CEO of HireHivePerson
    Adam ReynoldsCo-founder and Managing Partner of ISHPerson