Advertising a job legally and clearly in Ireland is mostly about honesty, equality and clarity. Here's the information to include.
Essential information for a clear, compliant advert
- Job title and location (town/county or remote)
- Employment type (full-time, part-time, contract, temp)
- Duties and responsibilities
- Requirements (qualifications, experience, languages, certs)
- Salary or scale (recommended; some sectors require transparency)
- How to apply and deadline
- Company name (or a genuine, fair reason to withhold)
Equality and non-discrimination
Under Irish employment equality law, adverts must not discriminate on protected grounds (gender, marital/family status, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, race, Traveller community, membership of the Traveller community). Avoid language like young, energetic, mature or gendered wording that could be exclusionary.
Be honest about terms
- Don't misrepresent pay, hours or permanence.
- If a role is self-employed/contract, say so clearly.
- Don't pretend a contract is permanent.
Useful extras that improve response
- Shift pattern and hybrid/remote option
- Benefits (pension, healthcare, study support)
- Start date and duration
- Visa sponsorship availability (if applicable)
Frequently Asked Questions
Must I include a salary?
Not always legally required, but strongly recommended — it improves applications and is increasingly expected.
Can I keep the company name private?
Yes for a genuine reason (e.g. confidentiality), but be transparent about the role and terms.
Do I need to state if sponsorship is available?
Only if relevant; stating it clearly attracts the right international candidates and speeds screening.
Advertise correctly
Post a job on JobsIrish.ie and include the essentials to attract qualified, well-matched candidates.