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- Using a Professional Registration and/or Qualification From Another Country
- Avenues For Finding Work in Ireland
- Where Can Job Seekers Obtain Help in Ireland?
- Irish Workplace Dress Code
Disclaimer: This article covers general information about finding a job in Ireland and does not take your individual circumstances into account. Please use it as a guide only.
First of all, if you are not from the European Economic Area (EEA), you will need to secure an employment permit. You should check if your occupation is on the list of occupations that are ineligible for an employment permit because you will not get an employment permit for these jobs.
To be successful, you will need a good level of spoken and written English. Being fluent in another language can also be a real advantage for work with multinational companies. Those with skills in the technology, science, finance, HR, and health areas are in high demand.
- Prepare your CV. It should include your personal contact details, educational and employment history, details about your relevant skills and arrange for references.
- Looking for work in Ireland by Nannette Ripmeester & Wieke Pot provides guidance about CV writing, recruitment practice and management differences in Ireland. This guide also includes a few in-depth interviews with expatriates who are currently living in Ireland. These interviews provide you with a more personal insight about working and living in Ireland.
- Once you have been offered a job, you will need to apply for an Irish PPS number. You will also need to have an Irish bank account to be paid into.
Using a Professional Registration and/or Qualification From Another Country
If your trade or profession requires registration, then you should get in contact with the relevant body as soon as possible to have your qualifications assessed. You may need to undertake an examination or further training to meet the expected skills and qualifications.
If you are seeking a job that requires qualifications, you will need to provide proof. You may be asked to provide a qualification recognition certificate in order to provide evidence that your credentials are formally recognised in Ireland. To apply for this certificate, contact Qualifications Recognition Ireland. Degrees from most Western countries are usually considered equivalent to Irish qualifications.
Avenues For Finding Work in Ireland
Irish Recruitment Agencies
Recruitment agencies can be a great resource for you to tap into when carrying out your job hunt. They actively recruit skilled workers in the high demand industries. However, you may find it very difficult to get any response from the job agencies before you arrive in Ireland. For those of you that don’t need a job offer in order to gain a work permit before moving to Ireland, then it’s best to contact the agencies once you arrive in Ireland. This will show that you are serious and have made the move, and not just thinking about it. Once they see that you have an Irish phone number and address, you will hopefully see more interest from recruiters.
Unfortunately recruitment agencies receive vast amounts of inquiries so may not be very responsive. In that case, it would be best for you to register with several recruitment agencies to increase your chances of success. However, it is not recommended that you apply for the same job through more than one agency.
There are a large number of recruitment agencies throughout Ireland. Some focus on specific industries, but others are broader. A good place to start your search would be using the agency directory and agency list on the Employment and Recruitment Federation (ERF) website. The NRF is a voluntary organisation that grants membership to recruitment agencies that meet their criteria of excellence.
- In Ireland, recruitment agencies cannot charge for their services.
Irish Job Websites
There are an ever growing number of job websites offering a variety of employment opportunities. As well as jobs, they also provide lots of great advice about tailoring your cover letter and CV for the Irish market as well as interview tips. Employers are increasingly choosing to advertise online over the traditional newspapers.
All Sectors
- Career Builder
- Career Jet
- CV Library
- Dublin Work
- FRS Recruitment
- Hays
- Headhunt International
- Indeed
- Irish Jobs
- Irish Times
- Jobs
- Jobs Guide Ireland
- Jobs Ireland
- Manpower
- Monster
- Osborne
- Reed Global
- Recruit Ireland
- Staffline
Agriculture
Construction
Education
Finance
Graduates
Health
IT
Language Jobs
Media & Marketing
Nonprofit
Public Sector
Sports
Flexible work for Parents
- If you don’t have access to the internet, then you can use it for free on the public computers at your local Irish library.
Using Social Media to Find Work in Ireland
Social Media like Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn have become a popular way for people to share and promote job opportunities amongst like minded people. If you work in a particular industry that uses social media in this way, then try following people in key roles to learn more about any opportunities that may be available. Make sure that you spend time developing your LinkedIn profile as it is a popular website in Ireland and many businesses use it to headhunt for key roles.
- Create different social media accounts to keep your professional and personal profile separate.
- For a detailed guide on using social media to find a job, read How to Find a Job on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Google+ by Brad Schepp and Debra Schepp. This book helps you take full advantage of the opportunities found on the most popular sites. Brad and Debra Schepp take you step-by-step through the process of joining networks, creating effective online profiles, and leveraging the job-search features of the most popular sites.
Job Advertisements in Irish Newspapers
Although much of the job advertising is done via job websites, there are still many jobs advertised in the Irish newspapers. The Irish Times both publishes jobs and host their own web based job search on their website.
The Irish Independent, which also publishes the Sunday Independent, publish job advertisements and on their websites, their online job search links to the Irish Jobs website.
The local newspapers are also a good place to search for jobs.
- Save money by accessing the newspapers for free at your local Irish Library.
Open Days and Recruitment Days in Ireland
Search the internet for open days, recruitment days or events that may be occurring in your area. It will give you the chance to make connections and learn more about the different companies and their job opportunities. It could even lead to a job.
- Dress professionally and treat it like a job interview. These events are usually hosted by HR staff that may hold the key to you getting a job.
- Take along copies of your CV to handout. Make sure that they include your contact details.
Volunteering in Ireland
Struggling to get work? Then the next best step is to gain work experience by volunteering through Volunteer Ireland. This website not only posts volunteer opportunities from all over Ireland, but it also provides details about how to get the volunteer position that you’re after.
Where Can Job Seekers Obtain Help in Ireland?
Government Funded Employment Services in Ireland
The Government contracts organisations to provide their employment services.
The central point for these services is Intreo – the Public Employment Services. Their website will provide the details of your nearest local centre.
These centres provide support to jobseekers including assistance with preparing a CV, finding a job, interview coaching, and also information on support available for starting your own business.
Employment for People from Immigrant Communities (EPIC) In Dublin
For immigrants living in Ireland, EPIC can provide support with preparing a CV and cover letter, advice on how to look for a job as well as interview skills. You can find EPIC on Facebook.
Irish Workplace Dress Code
Dress for success. For your job interviews make a good first impression and show your respect by wearing professional attire.
Unless you are expected to wear a uniform, many Irish workplaces don’t have official dress codes as it is usually implied. Even if there is a dress code, they can be quite generalised. The expected attire can vary from smart casual to professional, depending on the workplace culture. Once you start your new job, it would be safer to turn up in a professional outfit on your first day. This will make a good impression and avoid any possible embarrassment on your part. You can always tone it down the next day.
Before Leaving a Comment…
- Please be aware that I do not work for a recruiting agency, so I cannot help you to secure a job. I suggest you start by contacting the recruitment agencies listed on this site.
- Any comments requesting employment will be deleted. This is not a website that offers support to secure a job/ employment.
- There are many comments I have responded to on this post, so please check these first in case I have already answered your question.
Pooja Kalal
Thanks Colleen for the information u provided.. I just wanted to know what are the options available if one graduates from Irish university. Can an employer hire me if I did my studies in Ireland?
Thanks
Pooja
Colleen
Once your study ends, you may be able to stay and work in Ireland after you graduate, but there are some restrictions. You can apply for an extension to your study visa for up to six months after you get your exam results, so you can get work experience. You must apply to the Garda National Immigration Bureau for this.
Following this, you will only be able to find employment that will be eligible for a work permit. You can find out more about Irish employment permits here.
Pooja Kalal
Hi Colleen,
I am Pooja from India, have enrolled in an institution for higher studies in Dublin, I will be pursuing MBA in finance. Wanted to know what are the job opportunities, like if a student gets passed out from Irish university, will the chances of getting job will increase? Or how can I find one.. please help me with some of the good agency who can guide me through any agency from finance field will also do, any help would be appreciated.
Thanks.
Colleen
Hi Pooja,
On a student visa you can work part time – see the terms of this on the Citizens Ireland website. This may help you to secure a work permit following the end of your student visa. You can also contact the recruitment agencies to see if you can access some work opportunities through them. You may even think about undertaking some voluntary work. – All work experiences will help your employment opportunities.
Renae
Hi Colleen,
I’m currently in the recognition and registration process with the PSI, and I’m also applying for jobs in Ireland too but as you know there are a lot of challenges because I’m not resident in Ireland. Please I’d love if you could be of assistance by answering these questions:
*Can I get a visa and residence permit if my friend claims that she is my de facto?
*Can I use her address as my location when applying for jobs even though I’m not in Ireland?
*If I use her address, is it possible to opt for Skype interview and not be disqualified?
Warm regards
Colleen
Hi Renae,
Regarding your questions
1. I can’t condone lying to the authorities as it would lead to some very serious consequences for you.
2. Even if you use an Irish address the employer will find out you don’t live there since you won’t be able to turn up to the interview. The reality is, the employer will need to support your application for a work permit anyway, so they will need to know that you are not currently living there. You need to be upfront about your position because there are some jobs that won’t be eligible for a work permit, so its best you know this up front.
3. If an employer is in a position to support a work permit, then they are usually fine doing Skype interviews.
Hamza
Hi Colleen,
I just need to ask whether it is possible to come to Ireland on Tourist visa for three months & then try to get a job there. Then leave Ireland with that offer letter and file application for Work permit and then come back again to join for that job?
Colleen
You should be cautious about doing this as customs may not permit you entry if they have concerns that you will take up work whilst you are there on a visitors visa. You may not be planning to do that, but you can understand that customs may not see it that way. They want absolute assurance that people have the intent to leave at the end of their visa.
Nwaeze Ugochukwu Samuel
Hi Colleen,
I’m Samuel by a Nigerian but live in UAE where I work as an ordinary labourer although I have Higher National Diploma in Accounting, four years experience in banking industry as a cashier and customer service representative all gotten in Nigeria. I really want to relocate to UK or Ireland I need your advice on how to go about it.
Regards.
Colleen
You could start by looking on the job websites listed in this article. You could also contact a recruitment agency located in the part of Ireland you wish to work in to enquire about the factory work available. Be aware that in order to get the General Employment Permit you need a job that pays at least 30,000 Euro and the role must not be excluded under the =Ineligible List of Occupations for Employment Permits. There is other criteria as well which you can learn about on the DBEI website.
Maria Van Den Heever
Hi Colleen,
Is it possible to go to Ireland on a visitors visa and search for a job while on holiday?
Colleen
You should be cautious about doing this as customs may not permit you entry if they have concerns that you will take up work whilst you are there on a visitors visa. You may not be planning to do that, but you can understand that customs may not see it that way. They want absolute assurance that people have the intent to leave at the end of their visa.
JESKUMAR
I want workvisa irland
nickson maisiba
Hello,
Am nickson maisiba from Kenya, am really struggling to get the right recruiters in Ireland. Can you please give me one that helps recruiters from outside the EU and EEA. Am from Africa
Colleen
Hi,
I am not aware of any that I can personally recommend, but a good place to start is with those agencies listed on the National Recruitment Federation (NRF) website. The NRF is a voluntary organisation that grants membership to recruitment agencies that meet their criteria of excellence.
Diane Magbanua
Hi Colleen 🙂
I already apply and send my documents to johnsons careers,
but I don’t have employer interviews yet, they say I need to be patient, how long it takes to have an employer interview? I think its past three weeks from now when they say it and until now I don’t receive an email
Colleen
As I don’t work for them I can’t provide advice on their recruiting process. It probably depends on what kind of work you are looking for and how competitive the candidate pool is. I always suggest applying for as many opportunities as possible to increase your chances of finding work.
Chipo
Hello, are there agencies in Ireland who assist international people to obtain a work visa. I am from Zimbabwe
Colleen
I’m aware of Migrant.ie, however, as I have not used any myself I am unable to personally recommend.
Abraham Oisebe Ndege
Hi am Abraham Ndege I received a job offer to work in Ireland through an agency called Europe invasion group. please guide me how to go about it
Colleen
The agency should be able to provide you information about what you need to do next based on your citizenship and the kind of job you have been offered and consequently the type of work permit you may need to apply for.
Anson
Hi Collen
I am Anson from India. I plan to search job in Ireland. Can you tell me there is any requirement of passing IELTS to search job over there.
Colleen
IELTS is not necessary but you must require proof of English language proficiency certificate for either visa or study in Ireland.
Romesh Disanayaka
I want to work permit Ireland…please tell me ..?
lokesh
hi i m looking genaral work in ireland and i m only 10+2 but i have more then 5 years experince in sales and marketng b2b and b2c can u help me
Hicham ezzaary
Hello
My name is hicham 24 years old I’m student
I’m looking for jobs in Ireland.
Romesh Disanayaka
Hi Im Sri Lanka..Hotel house keeper job available..?please tell me and how to apply?
Colleen
I don’t work in recruitment, so you will need to contact a recruitment agency
Lydia
Hi Colleen,
Thank you for all the tips. I’d like to know do you think it’s better to be on-site to look for a job? I lived and worked on Ireland 1 year ago. I left the country, my job, my accommodation in order to get more experience in the Art field abroad. I couldn’t get any experience there. I’d like to come back to Ireland, I still have my PPS Number, bank account.. do you think it’s better to come back first and then look for a job? I feel that employers prefer candidates to be on-site. Thank you for your advice
Colleen
Hi Lydia,
I do think that employers prefer to hire people who have already committed to moving to Ireland and are now living here. Although, there are plenty of people that are able to get offers of employment whilst living outside of Ireland, so its not an absolute requirement.
Lydia
Hi, thank you for all tips. I made a huge mistake, I left Ireland, my work, my accommodation to gain more experience in art abroad. I couldn’t get any experience in this field there. I’d like to come back to Ireland, I don’t know how to proceed.. Should I come back and find job there on site without any accommodation? I still have my PPS Number and my bank account. Thank you for your advice
Colleen
Hi Lydia, I really can’t provide advice on personal circumstances. You will need to decide these things for yourself. Some people fall into work relatively quickly, but others take a long time.
Manuel Cabral
Hi Colleen,
Thank you for all the information they were really helpful. I would appreciate it if you could give me some information about working in Ireland if is that possible. I am from a EU country and currently work in UK. Do I need anything else except the PPSN and a bank account and how can apply for these two? Do I need a job contract to get the bank account? In addition, how can I have an Irish mobile number? Do I have to be an Irish citizen ?
Thank you for your time again.
Manuel
Colleen
Hi Manuel,
As an EU citizen you can come and work in Ireland without needing to get a work permit. Once you have a job, then you apply for your PPSN. You don’t need a job to open a bank account, but you will need ID and proof of address. To get an Irish phone number you just buy a SIM card (very cheap). You can do this at the major providers or even just buy one from Tesco supermarket.
Alexander
Hi madam im looking for a job. Im from Philippines but im here in dubai now. May i know where can i apply or where can i send my cv? Im looking for cook or kitchen works thank u.
Colleen
You will need to apply for jobs online using the many job websites I’ve listed. You can also try contacting recruitment agencies that recruit for your area of work.
Zubair Akkiwat
Hi I’m looking for job in architecture flied or at a architectural firm as a 3d artist or interior designer
Colleen
As I’ve advised on my post, I don’t work in recruitment. You will need to contact a recruitment company that specialises in your field of work.
Mario Villanueva
Hello Colleen
All the information on your website is very helpful but still, I have some doubts so please if you could help me.
My name is Mario Villanueva I’m Mexican, I’m a new father and I want to give my family the opportunity to grow in-country with different culture and good economic stability. I have a Bachelor Degree in Foreign Trade, currently, I work in international logistics and transportation.
I’ve tried looking for job opportunities in this field but no luck yet.
I would really appreciate your help and assessment to look for a job and Visa employment processes.
Thank you
Colleen
Hi Mario,
As I’ve stated in my post, I don’t work in recruitment, so can’t help you to secure a job.
I suggest that you contact some recruitment agencies to find out more about job opportunities in your field of work.
Colleen
Tinashe
Am a zimbabwean born man current working in south africa as a truck driver for the past 11 may u pliz help me on how can to get a same job that side
Colleen
Hi Tinashe,
As I have stated in this post, I do not work for a recruitment company so cannot help you to secure work.
Rohit
Hello Colleen,
I have done MBA in Operations ( Supply Chain ) from Symbiosis International university, India. I have total work experience about 7.5 years. Its diversified in IT ( SAP, Oracle), Sales , Admin. I am planning to move to Ireland. Do I need work permit or i can go for ‘Ineligible Employments’ . Can you please guide to how to get job there. Good job portals or good recruitment agency to contact.Can you suggest any recruiting agency in ireland who provide help in getting work permit from employer.
Colleen
Hi Rohit,
I don’t work in that industry so can’t recommend a particular agency, but I recommend going onto the National Recruitment Federation website and searching for an agency in the city you are wanting to move to and then search by sector. Don’t rely just on one agency to help you find a job, I would recommend contacting several and then also going on job websites and looking for yourself.
You need to secure a job offer of at least 2 years in order to apply for a work permit. If your job is on the Ineligible List of Occupations for Employment Permits then it means you cannot get a work permit for.
Rohit
Thanks Collen
Andres Diaz
Hello Colleen,
I have been reading your site and it is full of very helpful information. Honestly, it is incredible someone has taken the time to put together this resource for people outside of Ireland hoping to find a job in this country. I have looked over a few other countries and I have not found a resource like your site for them.
I am a Spanish citizen and have graduated from the University of Houston, Texas on 2018. I am a Civil Engineer and have a little over a year of experience in Construction Engineering. My current situation does not guarantee I will be able to stay in the United States for more than 2 years because I am not an American citizen or resident. My question is somewhat general, but I was wondering what my chances are of finding a technical job in Ireland with a salary of more than € 40,000. I am not familiar with the Irish job market, but know that the economy is doing very well in the past few years.
Colleen
Hola Andres,
There are good resources on the Irish job websites about average salaries for different roles. I suggest searching the Irish job websites and looking for suitable jobs and what salaries they are paying.
As you are from an EU member state you are entitled to come to work in Ireland. You do not need an employment permit.
Ajay Kourav
Hi Colleen
it is a great support to get information regarding overseas jobs. i have completed MBA in marketing and finance and m.com in finance stream respectively. Right now i have over 5 year of experience in marketing and brand management so please guide me for further move to get jobs in Ireland in this relevant field.
Regards
Ajay Kourav
Colleen
Hi Ajay, I would suggest you contact some recruitment companies that specialise in Marketing and Finance jobs and have a look at job websites to see what kind of jobs are being advertised and are willing to sponsor your work permit. You could also try reaching out to people in these kind of roles in living in Ireland on Irish online forums. You should also check to see what jobs are eligible for a work permit by checking the list of ineligible roles on the DBEI website.
NIKHIL DOSHI
hello colleen i need accounts job in ireland , i am MBA in finance and mcom in accounts and statistics, i have 14 years of experience in work in various fields including banking and accounts, can you suggest any recruiting agency in ireland who provide help in getting work permit from employer.
please do theneedful
regards
nikhil Doshi
Colleen
Go to the National Recruitment Federation website and you can search by sector and by branch of the area you plan to move to. I can’t make any recommendations sorry as I don’t work in your sector.
Allison
Hi Colleen,
Thank you for your informative post. I was wondering, if your current job title is one that is adjacent to one on the Highly Skilled List, does this count as one year experience or will it not be sufficient? For example, my current title is “graphic designer”, which is not on the list. But I have some experience and would be applying for titles such as “web designer” and “design artist”.
Secondly, any general advice for building your CV to appeal to a company as someone who is not an Irish citizen? It’s challenging to catch a company’s attention when even the interview process can be an extra step for the company. Is there anything I can say (as a citizen of the US, if it matters) that would help increase my chances as someone who isn’t an Irish citizen?
Thanks for your help!
Colleen
Firstly you need a minimum 2 year job offer and the job needs to be one listed in the Critical Skills list. As per the guidance ‘A degree qualification or higher in the relevant field is required if the employment is one of the employments on the Critical Skills Occupations List with a minimum annual remuneration of €30000. For all occupations with a minimum annual remuneration of €60000, other than those on the Ineligible Lists of Occupations for Employment Permits the non-EEA national must have the necessary level of experience if they do not hold a degree qualification.’
In relation to creating a CV that will attract employers attentions, I would suggest writing your CV in the style expected in Ireland. There are lots of resources online – just make sure they are from Irish websites such as the Irish Jobs website which have a career advice section and CV templates. Also, make sure you use Irish spelling, not American (set dictionary in Word). Check the terminology used in your sector is the same as they use in Ireland. Show links to your work online. Set up a LinkedIn profile and make connections, as this website is quite popular in Ireland.
Andre
Hi there, I’m from Singapore and I have an ACCA professional cert. I’ve been working in the IT industry within Finance analyst roles for some time. What is your opinion of someone like me landing a Finance job via Critical Skilll work permit?
Are the employers in Ireland keen on bringing in Finance professional overseas as there’re many news and articles online saying Ireland is lacking professionals in this area.
Will recruitment agencies be more willing to take on job searching for someone like me?
Colleen
Hi Andre, I don’t work in Finance so can’t advise you. I would suggest you contact some recruitment companies that specialise in Finance jobs and have a look at job websites to see what kind of jobs are being advertised and are available. You could also try reaching out to people in these kind of roles in living in Ireland online forums. You should also check to see what jobs are eligible for a work permit by checking the list of ineligible roles on the DBEI website.
Robyn
Hi Colleen
Thank you for all the useful information. I have heard from a few friends who have made the move that it is worth coming over on a visit visa to job hunt and line up interviews? As getting a response from recruiters when you are not in the country is almost unheard of. If you are successful in obtaining a sponsorship job offer you would then return to your own country and then apply for the work visa? Kind regards
Colleen
If you are coming for an interview, then you may be eligible for the Highly skilled job interview authorisation.
You will need to apply for it in your home country which you can do online.
If you are arriving on a visitor visa and the immigration officer believes you intend to work they can deny you entry.
When you have a job offer, you need to apply for your work permit in your home country and have it in place for when you enter Ireland to live and work here. You can’t stay in the country on a visitor visa and then change it to a work permit.
Yandiswa Mini
Hi, am Yandiswa Mini from South Africa. I have chemical engineering qualifications. Is it wise for me to move to Ireland then find a job or I first find a job then move in Ireland?
Colleen
Hi Yandiswa,
You can’t move to Ireland to live there unless you have a job offer and are eligible to apply for a work permit – which will permit you to live there.
Azaz
Hello Colleen,
I came across your blogs and believe that so many peoples got benefited with,
Well i am from india and one of a person asked to me to get ireland work permit by only submitting my passport, resume and other papers in one the CRH Plc company in Ireland, I just want to know about the confirmation of such vacancies in CRH Plc, so please do the needful to verify such vacancy, also please do help on knowing that what should be the minimum salary offered by the sponsor to get a work permit in Ireland?
Your immediate response the same would be highly appreciated,
Best Regards,
Colleen
Hi Azaz, if you are wanting to confirm a position with a company, then I suggest you check their recruitment page on their website and contact them directly using their official contact details on their website. A general work permit requires a minimum of €30,000, a critical skills permit is a minimum of €60,000. Although these can change so please refer to the Irish immigration website for up to date figures.
ATEF
hi colleen
the situation i think is so disappointing for non europe people to live at ireland
in my case i have got my qualifications recognized and register also as a physiotherapist from coru ireland
and after all i think i waste my time and money for closed road
no hiring for overseas physios even they are registered at coru no work permit no way to get a way to live in
ireland i contacting many job agency and all have no way for the work permit or find me a job although my
resume is very powerful and i have registration and approval from many countries sweden ireland usa egypt
and i talk more than 3 languages it is hopeless
Colleen
Yes it is frustrating, but unfortunately this is what all countries do. In order to support workforce shortages they allow work permits for particular roles they have shortages in. These frequently change which can benefit or negatively affect people depending on your skills.
atef elemeleeh
till this moment all are waiting
mxolisi
I need help to find a job, and relocate to Ireland . please give advise been working in the hospitality industry for over 20 years
Colleen
You need to check if the roles you are applying for are eligible for a visa. Be aware that in order to get the General Employment Permit you need a job that pays at least 30,000 Euro and the role must not be excluded under the Ineligible List of Occupations for Employment Permits. Some of the roles excluded from getting a visa are in hospitality. There is other criteria as well which you can learn about on the DBEI website.
Santoshsarma
Hi Colleen, this was very helpful!
I got job in Ireland and work permit too for two years
What all should I consider for moving forward?
Will I get veg (mostly I will be working in Cork)?
Will I get any accommodation with in Cork for a less than 600 euros
Please help me out
Colleen
Congrats on getting a work permit. I would suggest starting at my post Planning Your Move to Ireland and work through the various posts from there.
There is very limited accommodation in Cork for less than 600 euros/month. You will need to be willing to share a flat and be flexible where you live.
What do you mean about getting veg? Do you mean buying vegetables or access to vegetarian food? The Irish Vegetarian Society website is a good place for resources. The Irish Vegan Eating Out website is a great resource of vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Ireland.
Sophieold
Hi Santoshsarma,
I’m from Zambia and I’d like to know,
What’s the procedure like? Could you help me step by step?id like to relocate I have qualifications in the travel and tourism industry and would like to relocate to Ireland 🇮🇪. Please if you have any advise, I’d be highly appreciative.
Colleen
You could start by contacting recruitment agencies to see what kind of work is available. You should also check the Ineligible List of Occupations for Employment Permits on the DBEI website as these are jobs that you can’t get a work permit for.
Vrushali Purandare
Dear Colleen,
I am health journalist ( Print Journalist ) working in Indian media since more than seven years , i want to immigrate and find a suitable job in Ireland . Are there any jobs opportunities in my category at present and whether I stand a realistic chance of getting it.
Colleen
I’m sorry, but I neither work in your industry or work in recruitment so can’t advise on your specific circumstances. I would suggest you contact some of the recruiting agencies referred to in this post.
Alex
I’m from Nigeria. Please can I easily find a job in Dublin
Colleen
Hi Alex, It really depends on what kind of skills qualifications you have and whether you are able to secure a job that will allow you to get a work permit. The list of employment permits available are here.
Harsha
Hi
I am a Post Graduate from India with 8+ years of experience in Internal Communications. I shifted to Dublin about a month ago and have applied to a lot of jobs but haven’t heard from anyone. I also have the eligible permit to work. What do you suggest should I do? Do you think it’s difficult to find a job in my profile here since my experience is from India?
Colleen
Hi Harsha,
I really can’t advise you what to do, as it is your personal decision to make, and I don’t know your personal circumstances. I also don’t know about job opportunities in your field. I don’t quite understand your visa situation as you said you are from India, you don’t have a job, but you have a permit to work? It can be very difficult to get a job in Dublin as it is competitive.
Beatrice Ncube
Hello there, l am a South African adult looking for a job in Ireland, l went to university as an adult due to lack of financial problems in my youth. I have a degree in health sciences and social services, but it’s hard to get a job here. I am also doing Honours through distance learning at the University of South Africa. I am naturally a very good person. Please help me find a job especially in the helping professions as an assistant mental health practitioner, or anything along those lines just to help me gain experience in my chosen profession.
Colleen
As I’ve stated in this post I can’t help you secure a job, you will need to contact recruitment companies specialising in your industry.
Indranil Banerjee
Hi,
I name is Indranil, Indian National looking for opportunity in Ireland once again.
I have worked in Cork, Ireland for 5+ years between 2003-2009, but had to leave due to family issues back home. I have worked around in different countries (Doha, Qatar, Dubai, UAE), in Hospitality and Food and Beverage Industry.
I would like to know if I can come back to Ireland and get a job in these industry with work permit?
Thanks and Best Regards,
Indranil
Colleen
You will need to get a job offer to be eligible to apply for a work permit.
Here is a post on the type of employment permits available.
The type of visa you can apply for will depend on your salary, contract type, and job type.
Anna Saligumba
Hi Colleen,
I`m Anna, i just want to know if Worldwide Careers European Union, a legitimate one or not a scam?
Thank you.
Colleen
I’ve never heard of it sorry. Can you give me more information?
Uttam Sharma
Hi Colleen,
I’m Looking for an Finance & Accounting Job in Ireland. I’m form India. can you please share the information how to proceed with the search. I appreciate your work.
Thanks,
Uttam Sharma
Colleen
Hi Uttam Sharma,
You could start by contacting recruitment agencies that specialise in finance and accounting to see if there are jobs available that match your skills and that you can get a work permit for. The recruitment agencies should be able to provide you further advice on this. Also spend time looking at the job websites to see what kind of jobs are being advertised and whether any of the companies would support a work permit.
Naresh
Hi Colleen,
I’m Looking for an IT Job in ireland and i’m form india. can you please share the information how to proceed with the search and appreciate your work.
Thanks,
Naresh
Colleen
There is a lot of IT work in Ireland, but it is very competitive. You could start by contacting recruitment agencies that specialise in IT to see if there are jobs available that would suit your skills and that you can get a work permit for. Some IT skills are in more demand than others. The recruitment agencies should be able to provide you further advice on this.
Priscila
Hi Colleen, this was very helpful!
I’ve been applying for jobs in Dublin on most of these websites and nothing…
I’m also in contact with some recruitment agencies but it seems like it’s very hard to be called for an interview when you’re not in the country.
Do you think it’s easier if I just move there? I work in the banking area…
Thank you 🙂
Colleen
It can be easier to get a job once you are in Ireland with an Irish address and phone number. However, it is of course a financial risk to do so and you can only do this if you have a right to live and work in Ireland already, otherwise it would be illegal to do so.
Julia
Thank you for all the tips, I didn’t know much about the agencies neither about being able to acess the newspaper through libraries. Me and my husband are moving to Ireland in July and we are woried about finding a job. I hope everything goes as smothly as possible
Colleen
Good luck with the move Julia. It’s a bit easier to find a job if you are living in Ireland and have an Irish address and phone number. In preparation, update your resume and online job profiles (such as LinkedIn), set up your job vacancy email alerts for online recruitment websites, and start doing some research to see what jobs are out there.
Lorna Paquera
I am looking for a factory worker job in ireland… That doesnt require experience… I am from philippines… Thankyou
Colleen
You could start by looking on the job websites listed in this article and use their search functions to look specifically for factory work. You could also contact a recruitment agency located in the part of Ireland you wish to work in to enquire about the factory work available. Be aware that in order to get the General Employment Permit you need a job that pays at least 30,000 Euro and the role must not be excluded under the Ineligible List of Occupations for Employment Permits. There is other criteria as well which you can learn about on the DBEI website.
Sadeepa
Hi Sir/Mam,
Am an electrician in Sri Lanka and looking for work in Ireland. so please help me to what to do the find a job and some sponsorship to help my carrier life.
Colleen
You could start by contacting recruitment agencies in your field of work to see if there are jobs available that would suit your skills and that you can get a work permit for. Please be aware that under the category ‘Electrical and Electronic Trades’ – Electricians and electrical fitter jobs are currently listed on the Ineligible List of Occupations for Employment Permits – ‘Employments in respect of which an employment permit shall not be granted’.
Kevin
Hi there am an electrician in south Africa looking to work in Ireland how do I go about doing this what type of visas do need any information would be much appreciated thanks
Colleen
You will need to get a job offer to be eligible to apply for a work permit.
Here is a post on the type of employment permits available.
The type of visa you can apply for will depend on your salary, contract type, and job type. Please be aware that under the category ‘Electrical and Electronic Trades’ – Electricians and electrical fitter jobs are currently listed on the Ineligible List of Occupations for Employment Permits – ‘Employments in respect of which an employment permit shall not be granted’.
Lawrence
Hi
i have been applying for jobs on most of these websites not getting replies, the frustration ahhhhh.
isn’t another way or some even paid way to get through.
i am looking for a trainee accountant post and am from Zimbabwe.
thank you
Colleen
I suggest you contact some Irish recruitment agencies in your field of work to see whether getting work as a trainee accountant is a viable option, as you will need to be able to meet the requirements for a work permit.
A longer term strategy could be to progress your career in your own country and look for work with a multi-national country where possible transfers to work in another country may be available.
Kacem
Helo,Im looking for a job of cleaning in ireland .thank you..
Colleen
Hi Kacem,
You could start by looking on the job websites listed in this article and use their search functions to look specifically for cleaning jobs. You could also contact a recruitment agency located in the part of Ireland you wish to work in to enquire about the cleaning work available. If you require a work visa to work in Ireland, then please be aware that cleaning jobs are currently listed on the Ineligible List of Occupations for Employment Permits – ‘Employments in respect of which an employment permit shall not be granted’.