HR & compliance guide for employers in Ireland
Confidently hire and manage teams in Ireland
Get the essential HR, legal, and compliance insights you need to build and operate a successful team in Ireland.
Whether you’re hiring your first employee or expanding your business presence, this guide is your go-to resource for understanding Irish employment regulations and best practices from day one.
What you will find inside:
- Key requirements for legally compliant employment contracts in Ireland
- Insights on work permits, tax obligations, PRSI, and social security
- Workplace health, safety, and sick leave standards
- And much more…
What's inside
Employment law & contracts: Understand Irish contract types, legal requirements, probation rules, salary, and notice periods. Learn what must be included in contracts and when to issue them to stay compliant.
Social security & insurances: Get clear guidance on PRSI, employer obligations, mandatory and optional insurances, and how to protect your team with the right coverage.
Vacation days & leave entitlements: Learn about statutory leave entitlements in Ireland, including annual leave, public holidays, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, and more.
Employee handbooks & company policies: Discover the key workplace policies recommended in Ireland, from health & safety and remote work to whistleblowing and data protection (GDPR).
Work permits & immigration: Understand the Irish work permit system, including the Critical Skills and General Employment Permits, Labour Market Needs Test, and immigration rules for non-EEA nationals.
Looking for a practical overview? Get the full guide packed with essential insights to help you stay compliant and confidently manage your team in Ireland.
Get it right from the start in Ireland
Hiring in a new country can feel overwhelming, and Ireland is no exception. With evolving employment laws, PRSI obligations, work permit rules, and payroll registration requirements, it’s easy to overlook a key step.
This guide is here to help you navigate it all from day one, so you can build your team in Ireland with confidence and compliance.
Irish HR compliance made simple
This guide offers a clear and practical overview of everything you need to know to hire and manage employees in Ireland the right way.
It’s designed for HR managers, founders, and business leaders who want to ensure compliance, manage payroll correctly, and build a positive, well-structured workplace in Ireland.