Key takeaway
How to find work in Ireland — the best job boards, how to write a CV that works for the Irish market, and tips for interviews.
The Irish job market
Ireland has a strong economy and consistently low unemployment. Dublin is particularly active in tech, financial services, pharma, and professional services — many multinational companies use Ireland as their European headquarters. Cork, Galway, and Limerick also have strong employment bases.
Where to find jobs
- LinkedIn — essential for professional roles; many hiring managers post directly here
- Indeed.ie — broad coverage across all sectors
- IrishJobs.ie — Ireland-specific platform with good volume
- Jobs.ie — strong in certain sectors (admin, retail, hospitality)
- CPL, Hays, Manpower, Sigmar — large recruitment agencies active across all sectors
- Company websites — for specific companies you want to target, check their careers page directly
The Irish CV format
Irish CVs follow a standard format: 1–2 pages maximum, reverse chronological work history, clean layout without photos or personal information (age, marital status). Unlike some European countries, you are not expected to include a photo. A brief personal summary (2–3 sentences) at the top is common.
Networking
Ireland is a small country and networking is genuinely important. Attending industry meetups, LinkedIn networking, and casual conversations often lead to opportunities that aren't advertised. Professional bodies in most industries hold regular events — worth attending early.
Interview culture
Irish interviews are generally less formal than in some countries. Expect a conversational style with competency-based questions ("Tell me about a time when..."). Punctuality is important, as is preparation — research the company and prepare questions to ask.
Once you have an offer
Get everything in writing before you start. Ensure your PPS number is ready to give your employer. Register with Revenue's myAccount as soon as you start to avoid emergency tax.
General guidance only. Always verify with official sources — gov.ie, citizensinformation.ie, hse.ie.