Generate an Irish Employment ContractUpdated April 2026

Under the Terms of Employment (Information) Acts, employers must provide employees with a written statement of 15+ particulars within 5 days of starting work. These include the names of the parties, the place of work, job title, start date, expected duration, pay rate, pay intervals, hours, leave entitlements, notice periods, pension, sick pay, and reference to collective agreements. Our contract covers all mandatory particulars and more.

Since January 2026, most employees aged 23-60 earning over EUR 20,000 who are not already in a workplace pension are automatically enrolled in My Future Fund. Contributions start at 1.5% from both employer and employee, rising over time. Our contract includes the correct pension clause referencing these obligations. Non-compliance can result in fines up to EUR 50,000.

Yes, but it must be reasonable. Irish courts assess non-compete clauses on their scope (what activities are restricted), duration (typically 6-12 months maximum), and geography. A clause must protect a legitimate business interest such as trade secrets or client relationships. Our questionnaire lets you define these parameters, and we draft the clause to maximise enforceability.

Yes. Since March 2024, employees have a statutory right to request remote or flexible working under the Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023. Our contract includes a clause acknowledging this right and setting out the process for making and handling requests, per the WRC Code of Practice.

The Employment (Contractual Retirement Ages) Act 2025 (signed December 2025, awaiting commencement) will allow employees to decline to retire below the State pension age of 66. Our contract includes a retirement clause that will be compatible with this Act once commenced.