Job Description — Digital (Self-Complete)

A job description in Ireland sets out the purpose, duties, reporting lines and requirements of a role. This Job Description is a self-complete document for use in Ireland. A clear job description helps with recruitment, sets expectations from the start and supports fair performance management, and it can be referred to in the employment contract.

This is a digital, self-complete document from our Digital Legal Documents range: you download an editable document with guidance notes and complete it yourself. It does not include review of your completed document or advice from a solicitor. If you would like a solicitor to review or draft the document for you, find one through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.

Before you rely on a self-complete document, check that it fits your situation. Read the completion notes carefully, fill in every section that applies, remove anything that does not, and keep a signed copy with your records. If your circumstances are unusual, or a lot depends on the document, it is worth having it reviewed.

What’s included

• Editable Word template written for use in Ireland
• Plain-English guidance notes explaining each section
• Completion checklist
• Delivered by email after payment — you fill it in yourself

Not included: legal advice, tailoring, review, witnessing or filing.

Who this is for

• Employers recruiting for a new role
• Small businesses formalising roles
• Managers updating outdated role descriptions
• Employers preparing for an employment permit application

How it works

1. Pay the price shown on this page by card.
2. The template, guidance notes and checklist are emailed to you.
3. Complete the template yourself using the guidance notes.
4. If you want your completed document checked, ask a solicitor of your choice — you can find one through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a job description template cost in Ireland?

The price of this self-complete template is shown at the top of this page. You pay once and there are no further charges from us. The price covers the template and guidance notes only — it does not include legal advice or review by a solicitor.

Is a job description part of the employment contract?

It can be referred to in the contract, but it is usually kept flexible so duties can evolve.

Why does a job description matter?

It sets expectations and supports fair recruitment and performance management.

For more on employment law for Irish employers and employees, see our Employment Law in Ireland hub.