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International HR Support for UK to Ireland Expansion

Expanding into Ireland means navigating Irish employment law, PRSI obligations, and WRC compliance from day one. PurpleTree provides hands-on international HR support so your Irish operations are legally compliant and culturally aligned.

Compliance from Day One

Irish Employment Law Compliance

PurpleTree guides international businesses through Irish employment law requirements from your first hire. Our senior advisors provide specialised guidance to ensure your business integrates smoothly and compliantly into the Irish market, covering everything from contracts to workplace culture.

  • Drafting compliant Irish employment contracts and employee handbooks.
  • Compliance with the Organisation of Working Time Act, Unfair Dismissals Acts, and equality legislation.
  • Compliant procedures for disciplinaries, grievances, and terminations under Irish employment law.
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Tailored Policy Adaptation

Adapting Global HR Policies for Ireland

Global HR policies rarely translate directly to Ireland. PurpleTree adapts your existing frameworks for Irish legal requirements, workforce expectations, and business culture. We can also implement specialist HR software to manage your Irish HR operations efficiently.

Build Your Irish Team

Recruitment and Onboarding for Your Irish Team

Building a team in Ireland requires local knowledge. PurpleTree handles compliant recruitment, onboarding, and integration so you can focus on your core business objectives.

  • Local talent sourcing and compliant interviewing.
  • Employee onboarding including contracts and right-to-work checks.
  • Guidance on competitive salary benchmarking and benefits.
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Documentation and Dispute Resolution

HR Documentation and Workplace Investigations

All HR documentation for your Irish operations must comply with employment law and GDPR. PurpleTree provides a complete suite of compliant documents, and when workplace disputes arise, we offer expert, independent management of sensitive issues to minimise risk.

  • Legally compliant employee handbooks and tailored HR policies.
  • Bespoke employment contracts meeting all statutory requirements.
  • GDPR-compliant HR documentation and data management.
  • Objective grievance and disciplinary investigations ensuring fair process.
  • Full procedural fairness under Irish employment law to minimise WRC claim risks.
Ongoing Support and Strategy

Day-to-Day HR Support and Strategic Planning

As your business grows in Ireland, PurpleTree offers flexible, ongoing HR support for your team. We handle day-to-day employee relations, payroll queries, and compliance needs while also providing strategic HR advice to align your Irish workforce planning with global goals.

  • Practical employee relations management and HR advisory.
  • Guidance on compliant payroll and benefits setup.
  • Local workforce and succession planning.
  • Effective performance management strategies.
  • Talent retention programmes for key employees.
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Your Local HR Partner

Expanding into Ireland? Let Us Handle the HR

Partnering with PurpleTree means gaining a committed, knowledgeable local HR team. We handle complex Irish HR and employment law so your leadership can focus on growth. With proactive risk management and responsive local expertise, your Irish expansion is in safe hands.

  • Ongoing practical HR guidance from seasoned professionals.
  • Proactive HR risk management for Irish operations.
  • Trusted, responsive local expertise you can rely on.

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Let’s Reimagine HR Together

So whether you need day-to-day HR support, strategic advice, or a long-term partner to guide you through change, we’re here to help you reimagine what’s possible.

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