HR Generalist Location: Maynooth Our client is seeking a proactive and hands-on HR Generalist to take ownership of HR operations across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable HR professional who enjoys working closely with managers and employees, making a real impact, and managing the full employee lifecycle in a standalone role. Youll be a trusted partner to the business, providing practical HR advice and delivering high-quality support across a wide range of HR activities, supported by an external HR consultancy when required. The Role Reporting directly to the business, you will manage day-to-day HR operations while contributing to key projects and compliance-driven initiatives. This is a varied and rewarding role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Provide guidance and support on grievance and disciplinary matters, working closely with an external HR consultancy Manage and maintain the HR system (Sage HR), ensuring accurate and up-to-date employee records Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and contract issuance Administer the Garda Vetting process Manage employee data, reporting, and tracking Coordinate online training platforms and toolbox training records Support redundancy, leave, and absence management processes Ensure compliance with work permit and employment legislation Lead and support TUPE processes Contribute to and deliver HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives Act as a key HR contact for the Operations team on all people-related matters About You CIPD qualification (or working towards) is an advantage Minimum 2 years experience in a similar HR Generalist role Confident handling grievance and disciplinary cases end-to-end Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Sage HR Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple demands A resilient problem-solver with a practical, solution-focused mindset Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A proactive, hands-on professional with a genuine can-do attitude Why this role? A standalone HR role with real autonomy and visibility The opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and operations teams Exposure to a broad and interesting range of HR responsibilities A supportive environment with access to external HR expertise The chance to shape and improve HR processes across the business