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In some cases, you can transfer your pensionable service from previous Public Sector employment to the University to increase your overall pension benefits. Contact the HR Pensions team with details of your previous employer and your dates of service. HR will liaise directly with your previous employer to ascertain if there is pensionable service to transfer into UL. Previous non-pensionable service may also be available to transfer providing the outstanding contributions for pension are paid.

If you are starting work for the first time in Ireland, you should register for . This is Revenue’s online portal for a host of services for individuals including getting a Tax Credit Certificate. Jobs and Pensions are part of this online service that allows customers to register their new position with Revenue. A tax credit certificate (TCC) will then be issued to both the employer and employee ensuring that the employer can deduct the correct amount of tax for that position. Please note: The Jobs and Pensions service replaces the Form 12A, so employees must register their first job in Ireland using this service. Employees unable to use online services should contact their for assistance.

When contacting the Tax Office you need:

• Your PPS number
• The Employers Registration Number (0032116A)

A key objective of the University's Strategic Plan 2015-2019 is to support staff. In the context of this objective, the University is committed to progressive development programmes and opportunities to enable all employees to fully develop their potential. View Training Programmes

Before you start your new role, there are some things you can do to make the transition a little easier. These five steps will make the earliest stages of your journey with UL smoother. Click on the links to find out more information.

Step 1 Complete work authorisation application (if required) and obtain an entry visa (if required) - (International Staff - Work Visa Information)

Step 2 Sign and return the contract of employment to HR. You will need to this to obtain your employee number and to ensure you are set up on the payroll system

Step 3 Apply for Garda Vetting if necessary.  (If you will be working with children and vulnerable persons in the University, you must obtain Garda Vetting Clearance before you start your post. [Visit the Garda Vetting pages for further guidance]

Step 4: Submit your P45, bank details, your Personal Public Service number (PPS number) and andy requested original certs to HR - ]

Prior to your start date, you will receive an email from your Induction Coordinator to organise a meeting with you.

All new members of staff who have had previous employment in Ireland should submit Form P45 to the payroll office as soon as employment commences.

If you have not previously worked in Ireland or do not have a Form P45, you should contact the for a Certificate of Tax Credits and Standard Rate Cut-Off Point, which should be submitted to the Payroll office.

Your Personal Public Service (PPS) number is a unique reference number that helps you access social welfare benefits, public services and information in Ireland.

A PPS number is always 7 numbers followed by either one or 2 letters. It is sometimes called a PPSN.

More information about the PPS number can be obtained at the   website.

0032116A

The Employment Permits Act 2003 states that a Non-EU national may not work in the State without an employment permit having been granted by the Min

All new staff members will be issued with a contract of employment before commencing employment.  The contract of employment will lay out all terms

To apply for a PPS Number, you must provide:

• evidence of your identity
• evidence of your address
• The reason why you need a PPSN