Part-Time HR & Payroll Administrator Location: North Dublin Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week (Monday to Friday). Salary: €20.00 gross per hour Northside Home Care Services (NHCS) is a trusted provider of high-quality home care services across the North Dublin area. Our mission is to enable people to live independently and safely in their own homes. We are seeking an organised and detail-focused HR & Payroll Administrator with payroll experience to support both our HR and Finance teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This position reports jointly to the HR Manager andFinance Manager. About the Role The HR & Payroll Administrator will provide administrative support across all areas of HR and Payroll functions, helping us deliver excellent service to our care teams and office support staff. You will ensure that employee records and payroll processing meet legal standards and company policies. Key Responsibilities HR Administration: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records, both physical and electronic, in compliance with GDPR. Assisting with the end-to-end recruitment process, including posting job advertisements, screening CVs, scheduling interviews, and preparing new hire documentations such as offer letters and contracts. Check all pre-employment documentation for successful candidates, i.e. garda vetting, qualifications, mandatory training requirements, reference checks, validation of references and fit to work certification - ensuring all pre-employment checks fit with NHCS compliance and audit standards. Accurate recording of candidate information and updating candidate progress. Supporting the onboarding process for new employees, including preparing induction packs, conducting initial HR inductions, and ensuring all necessary paperwork is completed. Assisting with offboarding processes for departing employees, including processing final payments and documentation. Coordinating and managing leave and absence records (e.g., annual leave, sick leave, maternity leave, parental leave). Coordinate HR meetings, training sessions, and company events. Preparing various HR-related reports and data analysis. Responding to general HR queries from employees and managers, escalating complex issues as needed to the HR Manager. Assisting in the administration of employee benefits programs. Supporting HR projects and initiatives as required. Assisting with the implementation and review of HR policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with GDPR, company policies and employment laws. Payroll Administration: Process fortnightly payroll for home care staff using SAGE payroll, ensuring compliance with Irish legislation (PAYE, PRSI, USC, CSO reporting). Calculate earnings, deductions, and entitlements (e.g. sick leave, annual leave, maternity/paternity leave). Maintain payroll records; generate payslips and statutory forms (e.g. P45s). Support payroll audits and stay updated on legislative changes. General Administration: Manage HR and payroll correspondence. Maintain confidential filing systems. Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents. Requirements Essential: Degree or diploma in HR, Business Administration or related field is essential. Minimum 2 years proven experience in a combined HR and Payroll administration role in Ireland is essential. Proficiency in payroll software (e.g. Sage) required. Knowledge of Irish employment law and payroll regulations. Strong MS Office skills (Excel in particular). Excellent attention to detail, organisational and communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity. Desirable: IPASS (Irish Payroll Association) qualification. Experience with HRIS systems. Experience in a healthcare or home care environment.