Job description
Emydex Technology is a leading supplier of factory floor MES software solutions to meat, fish and food processors around the globe. Our company market offices in Dublin, Canada, Australia and New Zealand support our customers located in over 20 countries worldwide.
We are looking for a HR Administrator to join our team on a Part Time basis for a 13-month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Leave Cover), starting January 2026.
This Dublin-based hybrid role is a standalone position supporting HR operations across Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. Responsibilities include assisting with HR processes and preparing monthly payroll files for review and final approval.
The role requires flexibility to attend occasional late evening or early morning calls to connect with colleagues in different time zones. Time off in lieu will be provided.
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Manage and coordinate day-to-day HR operations across Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada.
* Prepare and review monthly payroll files for all markets, ensuring accuracy before approval.
* Handle the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, issuing contracts, and administering benefits.
* Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with employment legislation across all operating regions.
* Lead the Biannual Review process in June and December, ensuring timely completion and communication with employees and managers.
* Monitor and track key HR metrics such as absenteeism, turnover, and performance, and take appropriate action or escalate issues as needed.
* Oversee performance management, employee engagement, and culture initiatives to support a positive work environment.
* Maintain and optimise HR systems and processes.
* Act as the primary point of contact for all HR queries from employees and managers across multiple time zones.
* Attend occasional early morning or late evening calls with overseas colleagues (time off in lieu provided).
Skills Required:
* HR Knowledge & Experience: 2–3 years in HR or HR coordination, with a solid understanding of the full employee lifecycle.
* Payroll & Compliance: Experience preparing payroll and working knowledge of Irish employment law; international HR exposure is a plus.
* Recruitment & Onboarding: Ability to manage recruitment, conduct first-round interviews, prepare contracts and coordinate onboarding independently.
* HR Systems & Process Management: Proficiency in HRIS systems (Personio preferred) and ability to maintain and improve HR processes.
* Interpersonal & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong communicator who can manage employee and manager relationships, track HR metrics, and address issues related to absenteeism, turnover, or performance.
Emydex Working Environment:
Emydex value our employees and strive to create an engaging and enjoyable working environment that promotes personal growth while working with a leading-edge toolset.
* Spacious and modern office environment.
* Full canteen facilities with free tea, coffee, bread, fresh fruit and snacks for staff use.
* Encouragement, guidance, and support for those that want to self-improve and up-skill.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Free car parking.
* Flexible working hours (possible).
* Extra days' holiday per year of service.
* Finish Early Fridays.
* Refer a friend scheme.
* Pension scheme eligible after probation.
Benefits:
* Great Place to Work Certified for the second year in a row
* Hybrid working model – work 5 out of every 10 days from home for flexibility and work-life balance
* Additional leave
* Company events
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Candidates will be people who embodies all our six Emdyex company values:
1. EMpowerment
2. Yes-Minded
3. Dependability
4. EXcellence
5. Integrity
6. Teamwork
About Emydex:
Emydex Technology is an Irish Software Development company providing Software Solutions to over 100 leading Food & Meat Processing companies in Ireland, the UK, France, Namibia, Botswana, South Africa, North America, Australia, and New Zealand.
To learn more, check out our company profile and to see what we are all about:
* Emydex News, what we have been up to recently
* LinkedIn Profile what Emydex is all about *
* Facebook page highlighting recent staff event with photographs
We are also proud to be Great Place to Work Certified, which reflects our commitment to fostering a positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment for our team members.
Job Types: Fixed term, Part-time
Pay: From €25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Company pension
* Employee assistance program
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Work from home
Application question(s):
* If successful, how soon would you be available to start this role?
* What are your salary expectations for this PART TIME position? (Please provide an annual figure in euros).
Experience:
* Human resources: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dublin 15, CO. Dublin