Guides, news, and practical advice for employers and candidates in Ireland.
Ireland's construction sector is facing a structural skills shortage in 2026. Here is what Irish employers need to know about filling skilled trade vacancies — from work permits to specialist recruitment agencies.
Major updates to Ireland's employment permit system take effect in 2026. Here is what employers need to understand about the Critical Skills and General Employment Permit changes.
Ireland’s engineering sector faces a sustained skills shortage across mechanical, civil, and electrical disciplines. We examine what is driving demand, where the gaps are most acute, and what employers and candidates can do to respond effectively.
Ireland's manufacturing sector is creating jobs faster than the labour market can fill them. Here's why skilled operatives are in such demand, and what employers and candidates need to know.
Ireland's automotive sector faces a genuine technician shortage in 2026. The EV transition, NCT complexity, and an ageing workforce are all contributing. Here is what employers need to know.
Everything international candidates need to know about working in Ireland in 2026: realistic salaries by sector, cost of living, PPS number registration, accommodation, and work permits.
What Irish employers need to know about hiring Brazilian workers: the work permit pathway, which sectors are seeing most demand, cultural integration insights, and practical onboarding advice.
A clear, step-by-step guide to Ireland's Labour Market Needs Test (LMNT) for employers applying for a General Employment Permit. Covers DETE requirements, mandatory advertising channels, the 28-day window, and documentation.
Most Irish employers focus all their energy on attracting international talent. Far fewer think hard about keeping them. Here's what retention really looks like — and where employers consistently fall short.
Filipino workers bring English proficiency, internationally recognised qualifications, and strong cultural adaptability. Here is what Irish employers need to know about recruiting from the Philippines, from POEA compliance to work permits and realistic timelines.
A complete, line-by-line breakdown of international hiring costs in Ireland for 2026 — government fees, advertising, relocation, and the cost of leaving a role vacant.
Ireland's electrician shortage is structural, not cyclical. Data centres, housing targets, and retrofit ambitions are all drawing from the same limited pool. Here's what employers can do about it.
Everything international workers need to know about applying for a PPS number in Ireland in 2026 — Intreo centres, required documents, processing times, and how to avoid the most common mistakes.
Not every hire needs a recruitment agency. Here's an honest breakdown of when using one makes commercial sense — and when going direct is the smarter call.
Ireland's Housing for All plan targets 33,000 homes per year, but the construction sector needs 50,000+ additional workers to deliver it. Here's what's driving the labour crunch and what employers can do.
Everything EU citizens need to know about working in Ireland in 2026 — from freedom of movement and PPSN registration to tax credits, employment rights, and practical first steps.
From TIG welding on pharmaceutical vessels to offshore pipeline work, demand for qualified welders in Ireland has never been higher. Here is what the market looks like in 2026 — and how to position yourself to earn more.
Irish employers face growing scrutiny from the WRC. Here are the most common compliance pitfalls — and how to avoid them before they become costly.
Ireland's rental market is competitive and expensive. This honest, practical guide walks international workers through the best platforms, average rents by city, tenant rights, and proven strategies for finding accommodation before and after you arrive.
Everything Irish employers need to know about recruiting international workers, from work permits to onboarding and compliance.
The Critical Skills Employment Permit (CSEP) is Ireland's fastest and most advantageous route for non-EEA professionals in shortage occupations. Learn about eligibility, salary thresholds, family reunification rights, and how it compares with the General Employment Permit.
A breakdown of Ireland's General Employment Permit: eligibility, salary thresholds, application steps, and timelines.
Practical advice for international candidates moving to Ireland: housing, PPS numbers, banking, healthcare, and settling in.
Which industries in Ireland have the highest demand for workers right now? We break down the top sectors and what roles are in demand.
Our team is always happy to help, whether you're an employer planning your next hire or a candidate exploring opportunities in Ireland.