Ireland is an attractive destination for job seekers from all over the world. The working environment is characterised by a relaxed, friendly culture and a strong work ethic. There are many different industries and professions in Ireland, but the IT sector is particularly well represented. One of the biggest advantages of working in Ireland is the good work-life balance.

Job search

One of the largest online job boards in Ireland is Indeed. Easily filter your search results by industry/job title and/or region.
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You can also find lots of job vacancies on LinkedIn.

Job application

The application process in Ireland is usually a bit different from the one in Germany. For example, it’s normal not to include a photo on your CV when applying to an Irish company. In general, deadlines, such as the notice period, are much shorter than in Germany. Two weeks is normal here, but this is set out individually in the employment contract. Due to the short notice periods, it is also expected that you will be able to start a new job at short notice.
You should also find out the company’s dress code before the interview so that you can dress appropriately.

Good luck with your application!

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Legal information about working in Ireland

• PPS Number
  Anyone who wants to work in Ireland needs a PPS number (Personal Public Service Number). It always consists of 7 digits followed by one or two letters and is sometimes also referred to as a PPSN. If you already live in Ireland, you can easily apply for your PPS number online here. To do so, you will need a MyGovID (online access to social welfare). If you do not yet have a MyGovID, you can create one here.

• If you do not yet live in Ireland, you can apply for your PPS number by post or email using the application forms listed here.

• Holiday entitlement
  By law, you are generally entitled to four weeks of holiday. Depending on your employment contract, your employer may of course grant you more holiday days. By law, your employer must pay for at least three sick days at 70% of your salary.

• Maternity leave
  In Ireland, the state pays for 26 weeks of maternity leave if the employer does not cover it, and you can take an additional 16 weeks of unpaid leave.You must take at least 2 weeks of maternity leave before the calculated due date and can take the remaining weeks afterwards..