Finding German-speaking jobs
Compare responsibilities, employer requirements, location and working arrangements. A general career profile is not automatically an active vacancy.
GERMANY × IRELAND
Working in Ireland.
Explore employment, salaries, relocation and everyday life in Ireland.
Your practical Ireland guide
Salary expectations
Compare annual gross base pay, pension, benefits, bonus and commission. On-target earnings (OTE) are not guaranteed income.
Dublin and other Irish locations
Consider job availability, housing, commuting and local services. The right location depends on the role and personal circumstances.
Cost of living
Budget for accommodation, deposit, utilities, transport and initial expenses. Verify prices with current listings.
Renting and accommodation
Understand the lease, deposit, landlord details and tenant rights. The Residential Tenancies Board provides authoritative guidance.
Employment contracts and probation
Review the written terms, probation, working hours, leave, notice and benefits. Check current Irish rules with the Workplace Relations Commission.
PPS number
Check how to apply for a Personal Public Service Number (PPSN) and which documents are required.
Tax and payroll
Register your first Irish job through Revenue myAccount promptly where applicable, to avoid emergency tax.
Healthcare and insurance
Review public healthcare access, GP registration and any private health benefits. Refer to HSE information.
Banking and everyday services
Check identification and address requirements for banking or payment services; plan utilities, mobile and transport.
Relocation preparation
Confirm employment eligibility, signed offer, accommodation, travel, documents and the practical first week.
Interviews and CVs
Prepare a concise, role-focused CV with achievements; practise English interviews and German-language role scenarios.
Sales compensation
Ask about base pay, OTE, quota, ramp-up, territory and commission triggers before comparing offers.
Hybrid and remote work
Verify office attendance and location restrictions. Cross-border working may have tax and social-security implications.
Annual leave and working conditions
Review leave entitlements and public holiday treatment using current WRC information, rather than assuming German rules apply.
Settling into Ireland
Plan practical arrival steps, local transport, healthcare access and professional networks.
Choosing a role
Consider the actual tasks, progression, team culture and long-term fit, not only the German-language premium.
Next steps
Explore role categories and contact us to discuss your interests; specific employer vacancies must be verified.
Official resources
Rules, procedures and costs change. Check current details with the relevant official sources.
Candidate questions
Can I apply from Germany?
You can explore Irish career paths while living in Germany. Check eligibility, location and working arrangements for any confirmed vacancy.
What German and English levels are required?
Requirements vary by employer and function. Strong German and practical English are common in international customer-facing roles.
Are jobs remote or hybrid?
This depends on the employer and must be confirmed for each actual vacancy.
How do salaries and OTE work?
Our salary guide shows modelled annual gross base pay. OTE and commission depend on the employer's plan.
Do employers help with relocation?
Relocation support varies. Ask the employer about travel, accommodation and settling-in support.
What happens after I enquire?
We can discuss your interests and clarify whether a specific opportunity is available. General career profiles are not confirmed vacancies.
How is my data handled?
Review the candidate privacy information before sharing personal details. There is no CV upload form or automated candidate ranking.
Let's start a conversation.
Discuss career interests, hiring plans or German–Irish consulting.