Build and Manage a team in Ireland.
With white-glove localized support. Starting at just $299/month.
Get compliant employment contracts, local payroll, and expert-backed onboarding, all in one place with our Workforce Management Solution in Ireland.
- Hire & pay without setting up a local entity
- Handle full-time employees and contractors
- Onboard in 3–5 business days
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With Skuad now part of Payoneer, global workforce management is easier than ever!
Trusted by global leaders across industries
Our clients include SaaS, logistics, e-commerce companies across sectors that are looking to grow their business globally. Become one of them.
Tap into Ireland’s skilled talent pool
Skilled, multilingual professionals
Tech, finance, support, you’ll find talent across every function
Global market reach
Hire in Ireland and access EU customers, partners, and talent
Ready to work
A remote-ready workforce with global experience means less training, more output
Exploring entity setup in Ireland for hiring? Think again.
It’s costly, time-consuming, and regulated by complex labor laws.
Why figure out compliance on your own?
From the Terms of Employment Acts to the Organization of Working Time Act, employers must comply with every detailed rule on contracts as noted by local law and the European Union.
Payroll would mean more than just payouts
It involves paying employees salaries as agreed within the employment contracts, deducting income tax, PRSI contributions, and the Universal Social Charge. Employers also need to contribute to the National Social Insurance Fund.
No need to set up a legal entity
With us, we can onboard employees directly via our platform or contractors to work directly with you legally with minimal delays and risk, and help get the global team off the ground effortlessly and at speed.
3–5 days onboarding with employment contract, payroll, and tax setup ready to go.
Employment Contracts
We support permanent, fixed-term, and part-time agreements, ensuring they reflect Irish labor laws and EU directives. Employment contracts must also clarify classification (employee vs. contractor), as this impacts tax, PRSI, and statutory benefits. All contracts are created in line with the law in Ireland.
Background checks
We can conduct legally compliant background checks in Ireland where applicable. All checks must comply with GDPR, ensuring candidate consent and proper data handling.
Equipment provisioning
We make employee onboarding effortless by managing all equipment provisioning. We also have ties with multiple co-working spaces to boost employee productivity.
The following services are available as add-ons, based on your hiring needs. Please contact us for more information on the availability of these services as per local laws.
We strive to follow every rule to the letter
Public pension
Ireland operates contributory and non-contributory state pension systems. Employees who have made at least 520 full social insurance contributions are eligible for the contributory pension, payable from age 66.
Social insurance (PRSI)
Both employers and employees contribute to the National Social Insurance Fund. Employees pay 4% PRSI if earning over €352/week, while employers contribute 8.8% or 11.05% depending on earnings.
Holiday pay
Employees working on a public holiday may receive a paid day off, an alternative day off, an extra annual leave day, or an additional day’s pay.
We stay ahead, so you never fall behind
Employment Laws
Employment in Ireland is governed by laws such as the Terms of Employment Acts, Employment Equality Acts, and the Organization of Working Time Act. These cover employment contract, minimum wage, working hours (max 48/week), leave entitlements, and workplace protections.
Worker classification & employment contract
Clear classification between employees and contractors is essential, as it affects PRSI, tax obligations, and benefits. Written employment contracts must outline role, duties, pay, hours, leave, and notice periods in compliance with Irish law.
Data protection & anti-discrimination
Employers must comply with GDPR for employee data handling. The Employment Equality Acts prohibit discrimination based on gender, age, race, religion, disability, or other protected grounds, ensuring equal pay and treatment.
Your employees get what they’re owed
Annual leaves
Most employees are entitled to four weeks of paid annual leave each year, in addition to public holidays. Leave is calculated based on hours worked and must comply with the Organization of Working Time Act 1997. Different calculations are applied depending on the duration of employment.
Sick leave
Employees are entitled to five days of paid sick leave per year, paid at 70% of gross daily earnings (capped at €110/day). Employers may request medical certification and employees must have been working at least 13 weeks with an employer.
Maternity & Paternity Leaves
Maternity leave of up to 42 weeks can be taken. Leave is split into two periods, the first is 26 weeks of ordinary maternity leave where benefit is paid if eligible. The second period of an optional 16 week period can be chosen by the employee. Employees taking maternity leave are protected from termination by robust discrimination laws in Ireland.
Letting go is hard; doing it wrong is worse. We know how to do this well and compliantly
Notice periods
Under the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, the statutory notice period ranges from one to eight weeks based on continuous length of service . Employers may provide longer notice if stated in the contract.
Redundancy payments
Eligible employees with at least two years of continuous service are entitled to statutory redundancy pay, of two weeks’ pay per year of service plus a bonus week, capped at €600 per week.
Final Pay & benefits
All outstanding wages, unused leave entitlements, and any applicable redundancy or severance payments must be settled on or before the final working day unless agreed otherwise. Employers must provide a P45 (employment ending certificate) and all statutory filings with the Revenue Commissioners must be up to date in the weeks after termination.
PRICING
Transparent. Trusted. Scalable.
Employer of Record
(EOR)
Hire, pay and manage employees
Starts at
$299
per employee/month
Features
- Local employment agreements
- Personalised onboarding support
- Process payroll in 70+ currencies
- Labor law and tax compliance
- Benefits administration options
- Dedicated account managers
- Help center access
- Unified dashboard + third-party integrations
Agent of Record
(AOR)
Engage, pay and manage contractors
Starts at
$99
per contractor/month
Features
- Support with contracts
- Streamlined contractor onboarding
- Compliant contractor payments in 70+ currencies
- Support mitigating misclassification risks
- Dedicated account managers
- Help center access
- Unified dashboard + third-party integrations
Contractor Management System (CMS)
Handle contractor payments
Starts at
$19
per contractor/month
Features
- Contractor payments in 70+ currencies
- Invoice creation and tracking
- Expense submission and approvals
- Downloadable payment history
- Unified dashboard + integrations
- Mobile app access & localised support
Recomendado por empresas em todo o mundo
Jon Santavy
Managing Partner, Simwell
Payoneer Workforce Management has been a game-changer for us, completely transforming the way we manage our global team. Payoneer Workforce Management’s digital onboarding has made our international payments as easy as our domestic ones. Payroll management that used to take hours is now error-free and takes just a few minutes.
Lavinia Davison
Global Head of Talent & Operations, OpenSolar
Payoneer Workforce Management, has been a key partner in our international expansion. Their seamless onboarding process and compliance expertise have allowed us to focus on our core mission which is to accelerate the world’s transition from fossil fuels to solar energy.
Brian Butcher
EVP, Corporate Development, PureRed
Payoneer Workforce Management made our team expansion possible, handling the complex onboarding and payroll processes across six different countries with ease. Their local expertise ensured our compliance, letting us focus on what we do best—serving our clients.
Bret Michaelsen
Human Resources Director, VRP Consulting
Payoneer Workforce Management’s solutions empowered us to scale our workforce globally with ease, ensuring timely payroll, compliance, and a seamless onboarding experience—all on one powerful platform.
Shaik Mohammed Shabaz
Head of Human Resources & Administration, Microsense
Payoneer Workforce Management simplified our contractor engagement from start to finish. Their platform covered onboarding, payments, and compliance, making our expansion into new markets practically frictionless.
Why do companies choose Payoneer Workforce Management to hire in Ireland?
Transparent, Flat Pricing
Starting at $299 for EOR with 100% transparency in the fee structure. Consistent cost regardless of seniority, role type, or team size
White-Glove Onboarding
Dedicated account manager for both you & the employees. Enjoy localized support across time zones
Additional Local Support
Background checks, device provisioning, and co-working access where possible
Deep Integrations
Integrate with 70+ tools across HRIS, accounting, and time-tracking. No process disruption. Just smooth operations
Mobile App
Stay in control wherever you are. The Payoneer Workforce Management app supports both employers and contractors
User-Friendly Interface
With an interface that’s clean and ready to go, Payoneer Workforce Management is designed for busy teams that dislike a steep learning curve
The all-in-one platform for global hiring
160+
Countries covered
70
Currencies for payroll
24×5
Dedicated Support
100%
Transparency in fees
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
Payoneer Workforce Management’s solution in Ireland enables businesses to expand their dedicated team in a country without setting up a local entity. The service covers employment contracts on a compliant legal entity in country, payroll processing, statutory contributions, and compliance with local labor laws while you manage your business need.
EOR pricing starts at $299/month per employee. Contractor management starts at $19/month.
No. Payoneer Workforce Management is the the legal employer, paying employees and managing all the HR function of he workforce in Ireland. Allowing you to concentrate on your business without incorporating locally.
The standard workweek is 39 hours, capped at 48 hours on average over a four-month reference period. Employees are entitled to 11 consecutive hours of daily rest and 24 consecutive hours of weekly rest.
Yes. The Workforce Management entity is a legally compliant entity recognized in Ireland, and will be the official employer for compliance, payroll, and HR administration and daily function of the employee in line with the business need.
Onboarding timelines depend on document readiness and approvals, but we can typically prepare employment contract, payroll, and statutory registrations within 3 to 5 business days.
Probation typically lasts three to six months but can be longer depending on the contract and the role of the individual. Even during probation, terminations must follow fair procedures.
Disclaimer
- Skuad Pte Limited (a Payoneer group company) and its affiliates & subsidiaries provide EoR, AoR, and contractor management services.
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