Recruitment FAQ  

The process varies for different roles but typically includes an online application, aptitude assessment and interview(s). Where this leads to an offer, the process includes security clearance and reference checks. 

We advertise vacancies – for graduates, entry level and experienced professionals – in the Current Vacancies section of our website. 

Roles are published on the Current Vacancies section of our website. We only accept applications, including speculative ones, submitted through the website.

Applications via LinkedIn and Irishjobs.ie are automatically channelled through our website.

You will receive an automatic email acknowledgement of your application. If you do not receive this, please [email protected].

Once the closing date for applications has passed, we create a shortlist of candidates. Anyone who is shortlisted will be informed of each stage of the process via the email address they supply.

All applicants receive an email communication following the shortlisting process, which typically happens within ten days of the closing date.

Aptitude assessment scores can be kept for up to two years so, if you have completed one within the last two years and it is applicable to the role you are now applying for, please let us know. You can [email protected] to make an enquiry. 

Typically, there is one and sometimes two interviews for each position. However, this may vary depending on the level of the role. Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will be informed of the relevant stages in the process and provided with full interview details. 

Yes, you can make multiple applications. It is advisable that you apply only for positions for which you meet most of the requirements.

Yes, we encourage people to make further applications.

All advertised roles are available immediately. Start dates will be agreed with successful candidates, subject to their notice periods etc.

All advertised vacancies are current and therefore employment should commence when intended. We would encourage those considering travel / further study to await completion prior to submitting an application.

We offer a comprehensive remuneration package, which comprises base pay and a range of benefits. Our remuneration is informed by general public sector pay policy, and our terms and conditions of employment are covered by the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (FEMPI) legislation. 

If you work with us, you will be eligible for a variety of benefits. These include:

• Defined Benefit pension scheme 
• Excellent personal development and training opportunities 
• An extensive range of educational support options
• Generous annual leave allocations
• Excellent facilities in a prime city centre location
• Subsidised Sports & Social Club and staff restaurant.

 

Find out more about our remuneration and benefits.

For information on the various roles in the organisation and how they are currently remunerated, please read our Salary Scales document.

We want you to do the best interview you can. Have a look at our Interview Tips to help you prepare.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive for positions, we are unable to provide feedback at application stage. However, if you are short-listed, progress in the campaign, and are subsequently unsuccessful, you can request feedback at that point from your Recruitment contact. 

Working here can be as fulfilling and rewarding as you want to make it. We have many diverse functions, so you will work with people whose knowledge and expertise covers a wide spectrum. The work is interesting and often ground-breaking within the Irish and European context. And to balance out all our work challenges, we also have a vibrant Sports & Social club and lots of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and charitable activities. There’s a really friendly and supportive, collegiate atmosphere as well as lots of opportunities for personal and professional development.  

Have a look at what it’s like to work at the Central Bank.

We’re very dedicated to ensuring we have world class environmental care standards. Our new building in our Dockland Campus is amongst the “greenest” offices in Ireland and we try to manage our day-to-day work in as conscientious a way as possible.

Find out more about how we manage our environmental responsibilities – it’s something we’re really proud of. 

In short, it means a lot and we have a busy and growing programme of events every year dedicated to our CSR commitments. Why not have a look at the kind of activities we are involved in?

If you have a recruitment question that we haven’t addressed on this page, please [email protected].