JOB DESCRIPTIONHR ExecutiveHotel Kilmore, Co. CavanFull-Time | PermanentAbout the O'Callaghan Family Hotels GroupThe O'Callaghan Family Hotels Group is an ambitious and growing hospitality organisation with a strong commitment to excellence, community, and people development. The group currently owns four hotels across Ireland, located in:Fairways Hotel DundalkGateway Hotel DundalkThe Keadeen Hotel NewbridgeHotel Kilmore Co CavanWith exciting expansion plans underway, this is a key moment to join our team as we continue to strengthen our portfolio and elevate the guest and employee experience across all properties.About Hotel KilmoreHotel Kilmore is a long-established, well-respected hotel in Co. Cavan and part of the growing O'Callaghan Family Hospitality Group. As we continue to evolve our people strategy and invest in talent development, we are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented HR Executive to support our expanding team and growing organisation.Role SummaryThe HR Executive will support the delivery of a professional, people-first HR service across the hotel. Working closely with the Group Head of People and Culture and hotel leadership, the role involves recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, culture-building initiatives, training coordination, HR administration, compliance, and supporting our people strategy as the group continues to expand.This is an ideal opportunity for someone CIPD qualified or currently pursuing CIPD accreditation, who is enthusiastic about developing a long-term HR career in a dynamic and growing hospitality group.Key ResponsibilitiesRecruitment & OnboardingSupport full-cycle recruitment for hotelDeliver a welcoming and structured onboarding experience.Maintain personnel files, contracts, and HR documentation to a high standard.Training & DevelopmentEnsure all training records are accurately updated through the group's learning platforms (e.g. Flow).Monitor compliance training and work with managers to achieve 100% completion rates.Promote a culture of continuous learning, development, and internal progression.Culture & EngagementPlay a key role in promoting a positive, inclusive, and people-focused culture.Support engagement initiatives, staff communications, and recognition programmes.Help foster a workplace environment where employees feel valued, supported, and included.Employee RelationsAct as a friendly and approachable HR contact for employees.Support investigations, performance discussions, probation reviews, and ER documentation.Provide guidance to managers on HR best practices and group policies.HR Administration & ComplianceMaintain HRIS data, absence records, rosters, and HR reporting.Ensure compliance with Irish employment law, GDPR, health & safety, and internal policies.Operational HR SupportSupport payroll preparation by verifying timesheets, new starter information, and leave records.Assist managers in meeting people-related deadlines and standards.Projects & Group InitiativesContribute to group-wide HR and culture projects as the hotel portfolio continues to expand.Support the development of new HR systems, processes, and initiatives across all properties.Skills & Experience RequiredEssentialCIPD qualified or actively working towards CIPD accreditation.Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).DesirablePrevious experience in HR, hospitality, or a customer-facing industry.Familiarity with HR systems, training platforms, or payroll processes.Working knowledge of Irish employment legislation.Key Personal AttributesWe are seeking an individual who is:Passionate about people and employee experienceEnergetic, enthusiastic, and eager to contributeDetail-focused, organised, and committed to accuracyApproachable, empathetic, and supportiveCollaborative, with the ability to work well with managers and colleaguesAmbitious, with interest in growing their HR career as our hotel group expandsWhat We OfferAn exciting opportunity to be part of a growing Irish hotel group with exciting future expansion plansOpportunities for career development within the O'Callaghan Family Hotels portfolioStaff meals, group discounts, and wellbeing initiatives, pension, healthcare, employee assistance program etcA positive, inclusive, and team-driven working environmentJob Type: Full-timePay: €27,000.00-€40,000.00 per yearBenefits:Bike to work schemeCompany eventsCompany pensionEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexitimeFood allowanceLanguage training providedOn-site gymOn-site parkingPrivate medical insuranceSick payWellness programWork Location: In person