EURES EURopean Employment Services Hugh Rodgers

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1 EURES EURopean Employment Services Hugh Rodgers Dhia daóibh / Hello

2 Ireland

3 Ireland Politically Ireland is divided into two parts: The Republic of Ireland which is made up of 26 Counties Northern Ireland which is made up of 6 Counties and is part of U.K.

4 Ireland s Demography Total Population 4.7 million Population Aged million Employment 1.85 million Unemployment rate 11.7% Urbanization 62% Ethnic Irish 87% Literacy 99% Parliamentary Democracy with Coalition Government Member of the EU since 1973 Currency - Euro Time = GMT (Euro time minus1hour)

5 Impressions

6 Industry Sectors

7 Industry Sectors Largest exporter of Software in the world. The top 5 software companies have a presence in Ireland. 9 of the top 10 Technology companies based in Ireland. 9 of the top 10 Pharmaceutical companies based in Ireland. 11 of the top 10 Medical Device companies based in Ireland. More than 50% of the top Financial companies in Ireland. 50% of the worlds leased Aircraft managed from Ireland

8 Where Ireland's FDI exports go EU - 49pc North America - 25pc Asia - 10pc Other European - 9pc Elsewhere - 7pc.

9 Vacancies which specified language

10 Where are jobs available? ICT Science Engineering Languages Sales/marketing Accountancy / Finance

11 Where are jobs available? Demand for people with specific industry and product knowledge, ICT skills / Tech support / Multilingual Customer Service Particularly persons proficient in Nordic languages, German, Dutch and French. Experienced Sales Representatives with specific product or technical knowledge (e.g. medical sales, technical sales).

12 Software Developers Talented software developers who can do Java, C++, Ruby, Python. Also looking for frontend developers and web designers with HTML, CSS, UI/UX and JavaScript experience. Preferable experience is 3 to 5 years and anyone in senior and lead roles.

13 Multi-lingual Professionals Sought after languages are German, French, Dutch and Nordic, of course a great level of spoken and written English is required. Key roles on offer are tech support, project management and sales

14 Do you have any of these skills? java ruby.net c c++ c# python software dev sql nosql mongodb sales ppc seo sem agile Css javascript html tech sales hadoop matlab multi-lingual german dutch swedish norwegian ui/ux

15 Skills required by Employers Language proficiency (including English) Customer service skills Information / Communication Technology skills One or any combination of the above skills will enhance your employment opportunities in Ireland

16 Companies

17 Other companies in Ireland

18 Customer / Business Service Centres IT Technical Support Financial Services Computer Gaming Holiday Reservations

19 Customer / Business Service Centres Exciting, vibrant international work environment. More than 25 different nationalities in some companies

20 Web Sites for Job search

21 Job Information Job Profiles Salary and Benefits Package Relocation assistance available Health Insurance Social engagement opportunities. Education Funding

22 Recruitment Process CV to company Initial profile interview by phone 2 nd interview for suitable candidates by phone On site interview for suitable candidates Job offer if suitable and interested

23 The European Job Mobility Portal

24 CHECK LIVING AND WORKING CONDITIONS ON EURES WEBSITE Labour Market Information Living and working conditions Free movement

25 Qualification recognition The National Qualifications Authority of Ireland is the Irish centre for the recognition of international qualifications. The Authority represents Ireland in a European network of Centres known as ENIC/NARIC (European National Information Centre/National Academic Recognition Information Centre)

26 arrival What you need to do on arrival On 1. Register for PPS Number Social Security 2. Register for Tax Tax free allowance Cert. 3. Open a Bank Account

27 Personal Taxation Tax system: PAYE = Pay As You Earn 2 rates of Tax 20% on the first 32, earned 41% on all earnings above 32, Personal tax allowances granted to individuals by a system of Tax Credits More information on:

28 Income Tax Example Single Person - Tax Credit 1,650 Married Person - Tax Credit 3,300 Example: INCOME TAX Single Person Salary of 26,000 euro A single person pays 20% tax on 26,000 = 5,200 Less 1,650 tax credit = 3,550 taxable pay

29 PRSI = Pay related Social Security The amount of social insurance you pay depends on your earnings and the type of work you do. Your social insurance contributions in Ireland are referred to as PRSI (Pay Related Social Insurance). If you are an employee, your social insurance contributions are deducted by your employer and collected by the Revenue Commissioners. Social insurance contributions are divided into different categories, known as classes or rates of contribution. Class A contributors, which means that you are entitled to the full range of social insurance payments. If you earn over 352 per week, you pay 4% PRSI on all your earnings. Benefits include Jobseekers, Illness, Maternity, Pensions, etc.

30 Universal Social Charge Universal Social Charge is paid on gross income of more than 10,036 per year. Once your income is over this limit, you pay the USC on all of your income. Standard rate of USC (2014) Rate Income band 2% Up to 10,036 4% Between 10,036 and 16,016 7% Above 16,016

31 Renting a House or Apartment Landlords usually require: 1 month s rent in advance 1 month s rent as security Generally require 1 year s lease Rental agreements are legal Custom is for young people to share accommodation.

32 Average rents in Dublin per month Fully furnished 1 bedroom apartment bedroom apartment Bedroom House Bedsit/Studio 500+ More information & apartments for rent:

33 Why Ireland? Global prosperity index Scandinavian countries Norway, Denmark and Sweden take first, second and third on the index with Australia and New Zealand coming in fourth and fifth respectively. Overall prosperity in Europe has increased - the Netherlands, Ireland and Germany have seen their positions rise and are now ranked at eighth, tenth and 14th place respectively.

34 Ireland offers a good quality of life Ireland is a good location both for business and for family, both of which are important considerations when selecting a country in which to relocate. Cities like Dublin, Cork and Galway are often found among the top best cities in the world in which to live and, as a result, are highly sought after as locations both by new businesses and by high quality, experienced and well qualified / trained people.

35 Ireland offers a good quality of life The quality of life in Ireland coupled with the quality of potential employers is a huge attraction for people from many other European countries and further afield. This gives businesses in Ireland an expansive pool of young, educated people from which to build competent and experienced teams. It provides jobseekers with experience and opportunity within international companies.

36 Ireland offers a good quality of life

37 Landscape Clean / Green Environment

38 Sports mad country

39 Social & Friendly

40 Hugh Rodgers Go Raibh Máith Agat agus Slán / Thank you and Goodbye