HR & Payroll

Employee Onboarding Checklist

Ensure every new hire is set up correctly from a legal, tax and HR perspective. Covers days 1–5 compliance tasks and ongoing onboarding steps.

What’s included

Includes: before start date (contract, payroll setup, tax registration), day 1 checklist, week 1 tasks, Revenue registration steps, required employer notices to display, 3-month review reminder.

Who should use this template?

  • Employers hiring their first employee
  • HR managers in growing companies
  • Business owners managing their own HR

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a written contract of employment?

Yes. Under Irish employment law (Terms of Employment (Information) Acts), you must provide a written statement of core terms within 5 days of starting, and a full written contract within one month.

Important: This template is provided for general information purposes. d’Emilia Accounting recommends reviewing any document with a qualified accountant or solicitor before use. Templates are updated periodically but may not reflect the latest legislative changes.