Working in Ireland
On the back of the Celtic Tiger, hundreds of thousands of immigrants from both the EU and around the world have come to work in Dublin, adding strength and skills to the Irish economy....
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Working Hours
For most professional jobs, the working week is from Monday to Friday, from 09:00 to 17:00 or from 10:00 to 18:00, with an hour for lunch, usually taken between 13:00 and 14:00. If you...
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Finding Work
How you go about finding work really depends on whether you are an EU or non-EU citizen (that is, whether you need a green card or a work permit to work here) and what kind of job you...
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Voluntary & Charity Work
Volunteering is a great way to meet new people and feel a part of the community while helping others. If you do not need to work, or cannot work at the moment, it is also a good way to...
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Working As A Freelancer Or Contractor
Freelance work depends on whether you are legally allowed to do so or not. If you are not an EU citizen, it is nearly impossible to be legally self-employed. Also, a lot of freelance work...
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Employment Contracts
Once an employer agrees to hire you and you accept the job offer (this is often done verbally), you should receive a written contract. All employers should give you one – if not, insist...
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Labour Law
Your basic rights as an employee, including minimum wages and holidays, should all be included in your contract. Your contract should also state grievance procedures and if you have a...
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Company Closure
If the company you work for closes, you can be entitled to certain payments/redundancy packages. How much depends on whether the company voluntarily closes or whether it has been made...
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