Overview
Location:
Dublin 8;
Contract Type:
Part-Time, Specified Purpose Contract (6–12 months);
Hours:
21 hours per week (3 days, Monday–Friday);
Salary:
€23,460 (non negotiable);
Annual Leave:
14 days, exclusive of public holidays.
An opportunity has arisen for an
Assistant Staff Officer – Recruitment (HR)
to join a busy Human Resources & Payroll team within a leading higher education institution.
This role will provide high-quality HR and recruitment support to staff across the organisation and will work closely with senior HR leadership on recruitment delivery, onboarding, HR administration, and policy-related projects.
The position is offered on a specified purpose basis and is funded through a time-bound strategic enhancement initiative.
This is an exciting time to join the organisation, with opportunities to contribute to recruitment improvements, onboarding processes, and wider HR initiatives aligned to strategic development.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including drafting job descriptions, coordinating interviews, and supporting offer stages
Coordinate staff onboarding and induction processes, ensuring all pre-employment requirements are met
Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of recruitment and onboarding checklists
Maintain and update HR systems and employee records in line with GDPR requirements
Monitor staff contracts, renewals, and contract variations
Prepare staff documentation using approved templates and HR systems
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support recruitment and HR operations
Assist with internal and external audit data requests
Contribute to the efficiency and service delivery of the HR & Payroll function
Undertake additional duties as required by senior HR management
Proven experience delivering high-quality customer service in a complex organisation
Experience in high-volume HR and/or recruitment administration
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and identify process improvements
Strong IT skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace
Experience using recruitment or HR systems (Core HR experience desirable)
Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, employment legislation, and best practice
Experience working in a higher education or public sector environment
Qualifications
Proven experience delivering high-quality customer service in a complex organisation
Experience in high-volume HR and/or recruitment administration
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and identify process improvements
Strong IT skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace
Experience using recruitment or HR systems (Core HR experience desirable)
Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, employment legislation, and best practice
Experience working in a higher education or public sector environment
Please submit your CV to Anne Marie in Lex Consultancy today
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