Doone O'Doherty
Workforce Tax and Payroll Partner
Dublin, PwC Ireland (Republic of)
My passion lies in helping organisations navigate the complexities of employment tax, payroll and pay governance. I combine technical expertise with an understanding of client needs, ensuring tailored solutions that drive value. Whether advising on employment tax strategy, managing complex payroll operations or gender pay gap reporting, I bring clarity, confidence and a solutions-focused mindset.
Doone is a Partner in PwC Ireland’s Workforce Tax Practice, specialising in employment taxes. She leads PwC’s Payroll Solutions team and is responsible for the firm’s gender pay gap offering, advising clients on pay governance and transparency.
With over 20 years of experience, Doone works with Irish and multinational organisations across a wide range of industries, providing strategic advice on employment tax, payroll and workforce-related matters. Her portfolio includes cross-border tax and social security issues, reward planning and workforce reshaping, as well as broader employment tax and payroll compliance.
As PwC Ireland’s People Partner and Chief People Officer, Doone plays a key role in shaping the firm’s people strategy. She sits on the Irish leadership team, where she champions talent development, inclusion and team performance. Her leadership is grounded in building dynamic, values-driven teams and delivering an exceptional client experience through collaboration, integrity and innovation.
I am deeply invested in building dynamic teams and delivering an exceptional client experience. At the core of my leadership strategy is the belief that an effective team is essential to success. This means recruiting the right people, inspiring them to perform at their best and leading them to consistently deliver for our clients.
At a glance
Areas of focus
- Employment tax
- Payroll
- Gender pay gap
- Reward
- Revenue audits
Experience
- Employment tax and payroll advisor for Irish and multinational organisations
- Leader of PwC Ireland’s Payroll Solutions and Gender Pay Gap services
- Strategic people leader as Firm People Partner, shaping talent and culture across the Irish firm
Credentials
- Chartered Tax Advisor
Education
- Bachelor of Law with German, Trinity College Dublin
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