Overview
The Generalist role is an essential role in Human Resources. The role is dynamic, action oriented and task focused, often involving working with HR systems and working as part of a team. As a Generalist, the post holder will be assigned to work in a specific HR team and a requirement of the role is that the post holder will be flexible and move teams depending on career development goals and evolving business requirements. Each team may require slightly different knowledge and expertise. Training and coaching will be provided to ensure generalists develop skills and competencies required for the role.
Responsibilities
* Work flexibly across HR teams as required (e.g., Talent Acquisition, HR Business Services, HRIS and Data Analytics, HR Business Partnering, Learning and Development, Superannuation, Medical HR).
Essential Criteria
* Minimum Diploma level qualification in Human Resource Management or equivalent, or willingness to complete same, or demonstrate an equivalent level of experience of working in HR in an acute health care organisation.
* Minimum 6 months experience of using HR systems
* Minimum 6 months HR experience
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Word and Excel
How To Apply & Informal Enquiries
Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met. The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria. Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV; CVs will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter. The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is 25th September 2025 by 23:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Interviews to be held on 6th October 2025. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method. For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Aoife Dineen at aoife.dineen@childrenshealthireland.ie.
Onboarding note: CHI has transitioned to a process of one commencement day per month for all new employees, internal transfers and secondments. New onboarding processes align with payroll updates and the launch of the corporate induction program. Onboarding requires completion of mandatory training at least 14 days prior to commencement. If mandatory training is not completed in time, commencement will be deferred to the next available date.
Commencement Dates (2025)
* November 10
* December 15
* January 7, 2026
* January 12, 2026 (NCHD rotation only)
* February 9, 2026
* March 9, 2026
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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