Head of LinkedIn in Ireland to retire at end of June

Sharon McCooey, the head of LinkedIn’s operations in Ireland, is set to leave the company after a decade of service. McCooey has played an instrumental role in establishing the professional social networking site’s Dublin office and growing its presence in the Irish tech scene. As one of the most respected and admired figures in the tech industry, her departure will undoubtedly have a significant impact on not only LinkedIn’s operations in Ireland but also the wider tech community. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at Sharon McCooey’s career at LinkedIn and the legacy she leaves behind as she steps down from her role.


Sharon McCooey, the head of LinkedIn in Ireland, has announced her retirement at the end of June. McCooey, who has been with LinkedIn since 2010, made the announcement on the website on Monday. She described her time with the professional networking site as her dream job for 13 years and expressed gratitude for being part of its growth from a small team of just four colleagues in Dublin to a company with over 900 million members worldwide. McCooey intends to travel and to ride her bike with friends. The process to appoint her successor will begin shortly. LinkedIn has two offices in Dublin with over 2 million members in Ireland.


As one of the key executives responsible for LinkedIn’s tremendous growth in Ireland, Sharon McCooey’s departure from the company marks the end of an era. Her contribution to LinkedIn’s success cannot be overstated, and her leadership and expertise will be missed. However, we must acknowledge that change is an inevitable part of business, and LinkedIn has a bright future ahead. With a talented and dedicated team in place, we have no doubt that the company will continue to thrive under new leadership. We wish Sharon all the best in her future endeavors and look forward to seeing what’s next for LinkedIn Ireland.