YOUR COMPLETE SOLUTION FOR SEAMLESS IRELAND MARKET ENTRY

Unlock Europe’s English-speaking gateway without establishing a legal entity. Peak PEO’s people-first approach enables you to hire, pay, and manage talent in Ireland while ensuring 100% compliance and supporting your team’s success from day one.

START YOUR IRELAND EXPANSION

€425B Economy

EU’s fastest-growing economy with 13% tech sector growth
12.5% Corporate Tax

Lowest in Europe + extensive double taxation treaties
60% Third-Level Education

Europe’s youngest population, 40% under 25
2-4 Weeks Setup

From decision to first hire with Peak PEO

Why Ireland?

Your European Gateway

Perfect for: First-time EU expansion, Brexit contingency planning, English-speaking market entry

Ireland’s unique position offers unmatched advantages:

EU Market Access: Reach 450M consumers from English-speaking base
Post-Brexit Benefits: UK businesses gain EU presence without language barriers
Tech Hub Status: Google, Facebook, Microsoft European headquarters
Government Support: €2B+ in FDI incentives and startup supports
Cultural Alignment: Similar business practices to UK/US markets

Peak’s People-First Difference: We help you understand not just the opportunity, but whether Ireland aligns with your values and long-term vision. No pressure, just expert guidance.

Read our Ireland market opportunity analysis →

Entity Setup vs EOR

What’s Right for Your Ireland Expansion?

Perfect for: Decision-makers comparing options, finance teams evaluating costs

Irish Entity Setup:

€100+ registration, €1,200+ annual compliance costs
2-4 months setup time + ongoing legal requirements
Ideal for: 10+ employees, permanent commitment, local board needs

Peak PEO Employer of Record:

No setup costs, transparent monthly pricing
2-4 weeks to first hire, full compliance included
Ideal for: Testing market, 1-20 employees, flexibility needed

Real Cost Comparison:

Year 1 savings: €15,000+ vs entity setup
Reduced compliance risk and administrative burden
Scale up or down without legal complications

Peak’s Honest Advice: We’ll tell you when entity setup makes more sense. Our goal is your success, not our commission.

READ THE full analysis from our Irish workforce experts

Kit reading international employment laws

Irish Employment Law Made Simple

Perfect for: HR professionals, compliance teams, legal-conscious businesses

Key Employment Protections:

Contracts: Written terms within 5 days of employment start
Notice Periods: 1 week (first 13 weeks) scaling to 8 weeks (15+ years)
Unfair Dismissal: Protection after 1 year continuous service
Minimum Wage: €12.70/hour (2024) with regular increases planned

Common Compliance Mistakes:

Misclassifying contractors (Revenue actively auditing)
Inadequate probation period documentation
Missing mandatory equality policies
Incorrect holiday pay calculations

Peak’s Expert Support: Real Irish employment lawyers on our team, not outsourced advice. TeamHub platform gives you instant access to compliant templates plus human experts when you need them.

Ireland Employment Law Guide →

Irish Payroll & Tax Sorted Without the Stress

Perfect for: Finance teams, operations managers, anyone who needs payroll reliability

Irish Tax Obligations:

PAYE: 20-40% income tax with €42,000 standard rate band
PRSI: 4.1% employee, 11.05% employer social insurance
USC: 0.5-8% Universal Social Charge on income
Revenue Reporting: Monthly ROS filings and annual returns

Why Irish Payroll Gets Complex:

Multiple deduction rates and thresholds
Benefit-in-kind calculations and reporting
Revenue compliance audits increasing 300% post-COVID
Manual processes prone to costly errors

Peak’s Foolproof Solution: Our Irish payroll team handles everything through our intuitive TeamHub platform. View payslips instantly, but we ensure every calculation is perfect and every filing is on time.

Irish Payroll & Tax Guide →

Our Ireland Expertise

25+ Years Irish Market Experience: Deep local knowledge, strong relationships
Real Irish Legal Team: Not outsourced advice – actual Irish employment lawyers
Revenue-Registered Payroll: HMRC-certified specialists handling multi-currency operations
TeamHub Platform: Simple, intuitive, foolproof – but real people when you need them
Proven Track Record: 500+ successful Ireland expansions, zero compliance issues

Our Values-Driven Difference

Business for Good: B1G1 partnership, B Corp journey, Planet Mark certification
People-First Technology: TeamHub built for humans, not shareholders
Transparent Pricing: No setup fees, no hidden costs, no pressure sales
4 Day Week Team: Well-rested experts provide better service
Ethical Growth: We succeed when you succeed – genuine partnership approach

Long-Term Partnership: Business for Good

Perfect for: Companies wanting ethical partners, values-driven businesses, long-term thinking

Beyond Compliance – Real Partnership

Employee Relations: Handle disputes, performance issues, cultural integration
Continuous Compliance: Stay ahead of law changes, Revenue updates, best practices
Business Growth Support: Scale your team, enter new markets, strategic advice
Crisis Management: Redundancy support, restructuring, emergency compliance

Peak’s Values-Driven Approach

B1G1 Partnership: Every hire creates positive global impact
B Corp Journey: Legally accountable to people and planet, not just profit
Planet Mark Certified: Annual carbon footprint reduction commitment
4 Day Week: Our team works smarter, supports you better

Real Support When You Need It: TeamHub platform + human experts who know your business. Not corporate call centers – real people who care about your success and share your values.

BUILD PARTNERSHIP THAT MATTERS

Ready to Expand to Ireland?

Ireland’s combination of EU access, English language, and business-friendly environment creates exceptional opportunities. But success requires navigating employment law, tax obligations, and work permit requirements correctly.

Next Steps:

Free Consultation: Discuss your Ireland expansion goals
Custom Assessment: Receive tailored strategy advice
Rapid Setup: Start hiring Irish talent within weeks
Ongoing Partnership: Scale with confidence

Why Choose Peak PEO:

✓ People-first approach with business-for-good values
✓ Real Irish experts, not outsourced call centers
✓ TeamHub platform: simple, intuitive, foolproof
✓ Truly transparent pricing that makes sense