How to Follow Up After an Interview in Ireland (With Email Templates)

You’ve finished your interview — but now what? Many candidates wonder whether they should follow up afterwards, and if so, how to do it without sounding pushy.

In Ireland, sending a polite and professional follow-up email is considered good etiquette. It shows gratitude, enthusiasm, and keeps you top of mind with the employer.

Here’s a guide to the timing, wording, and templates you can use.

Why Following Up Matters

• Reinforces your interest in the role.
• Reminds the interviewer of your strengths.
• Demonstrates professionalism and good communication skills.
• Can make the difference if competition is close.

When to Send a Follow-Up Email

• 24 hours after the interview: A thank-you email should be sent the same or next day.
• If no response after a week: A gentle reminder email is acceptable.
• After the timeline they gave you has passed: If they said “we’ll get back in two weeks,” wait until then to follow up again.

Example Thank-You Email

Subject: Thank you for the interview

Hello [Interviewer’s Name],

Thank you for taking the time to meet with me yesterday regarding the [Job Title] position. I enjoyed learning more about the role and your team at [Company Name].

I’m very enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute my skills in [specific skill/experience] and believe I could add real value to your organisation.

Thank you again for the opportunity. I look forward to hearing from you.

Best regards,
[Your Name]

Example Follow-Up Email (If No Response)

Subject: Following up on [Job Title] interview

Hello [Interviewer’s Name],

I hope you’re well. I wanted to follow up regarding my interview for the [Job Title] position on [date]. I’m still very interested in the opportunity and would love to contribute my skills to [Company Name].

I completely understand you may still be making decisions, but I wanted to check if there are any updates on the process.

Thank you again for your time and consideration.

Best regards,
[Your Name]

Related Resources

• See our Interview Tips Ireland Guide for a full overview of interview preparation.
• Read Questions to Ask at the End of an Interview to leave a strong impression.