Resources
Here are some helpful resources about auto-enrolment in Ireland:
Here are some videos that explain auto-enrolment for employers and employees in Ireland:
These resources are a great way to understand the auto-enrolment system visually. Let me know if you’d like help exploring any of them further!
Guides or FAQs about the scheme.
Here are some helpful guides and FAQs about Ireland’s auto-enrolment scheme:
1. Auto-Enrolment: Your Questions Answered This guide from Gov.ie provides a detailed FAQ covering general questions, employee-specific queries, and employer responsibilities. It explains eligibility, contributions, and the scheme’s purpose.
2. Auto-Enrolment Retirement Savings System for Employees A guide specifically for employees, detailing how the scheme works, contribution rates, investment options, and the & pot-follows-the-member approach.
3. Auto-Enrolment Pension – Citizens Information This resource outlines the scheme’s key features, including eligibility, opting out, contribution rates, and what happens when employees change jobs.
Updates on the role of NAERSA.
The National Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings Authority (NAERSA) plays a vital role in implementing and managing Ireland’s auto-enrolment pension scheme. Below are the latest updates on its responsibilities and progress:
Establishment Timeline
NAERSA is set to be officially established on 31 March 2025, providing six months to implement systems and processes before the scheme’s launch on 30 September 2025.
Core Responsibilities
- Managing Contributions: NAERSA will handle contributions from employees, employers, and the State, ensuring they are processed accurately and on time.
- Investment Oversight: It will manage the investment of pension funds to ensure transparency and efficiency.
- Portability: NAERSA will administer the & pot-follows-the-member system, allowing employees to keep their pension savings when changing jobs.
Operational Support
- NAERSA will collaborate with payroll providers, employers, and other key stakeholders to ensure a smooth transition to the new system.
- It will also introduce an online platform to facilitate the management of contributions and provide accessible information for participants.
Public Awareness Campaigns
In partnership with the Department of Social Protection, NAERSA has launched initiatives to
educate both employers and employees about the scheme and its benefits.
Service Providers
NAERSA has teamed up with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) as the managed service provider, utilizing their expertise to deliver high-quality operational support.
These updates emphasize NAERSA’s critical role in ensuring the smooth rollout and success of Ireland’s auto-enrolment pension scheme. Let me know if you’d like more insights!
Official documents like the Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System Act 2024.
You can access the official text of the Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System Act 2024 on the Irish Statute Book or through the Houses of the Oireachtas website. These documents provide comprehensive details about the legislation, including its objectives, provisions, and implementation
framework.
You can access the official text of the Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System Act 2024 on the Irish Statute Book or through the Houses of the Oireachtas website. These documents provide comprehensive details about the legislation, including its objectives, provisions, and implementation
framework.
Downloadable compliance checklist for employers.
You can find a downloadable compliance checklist for employers regarding auto-enrolment in Ireland in the following resources:
- A Time for Advice: An Employer’s Guide to Auto-Enrolment This guide provides a detailed overview of employer responsibilities, including compliance steps and key considerations for the auto-enrolment scheme.
- Gov.ie – Auto-Enrolment: Your Questions Answered While not a checklist, this resource offers comprehensive information about the scheme, which can help employers understand their obligations.
- CPAS – Auto-Enrolment Compliance for Employers This article outlines the steps employers need to take to ensure compliance, including considerations for existing pension arrangements and contributions.
