Position
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HR Generalist - REF ****
We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support our expanding team.
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to both the delivery of core HR services and the ongoing development of scalable, consistent and effective people practices.
HR Operations
Deliver HR support across the employee lifecycle, with a focus on service quality and responsiveness
Contribute to the review and continuous improvement of HR policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency
Ensure accurate data management and reporting in compliance with GDPR
Maintain and improve HR systems
Support HR initiatives including employee engagement and diversity & inclusion
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders as required
Employee Relations
Act as a trusted point of contact for employee queries
Advise and coach managers on employee relations matters, policies, and best practice
Handle more complex cases and ensure a fair and consistent approach
Ensure compliance with employment legislation across all jurisdictions
Organisational Design & Workforce Planning
Work with sector leads to identify current and future hiring needs, aligning headcount plans with business priorities
Partner with managers to plan and structure their teams effectivelySupport the definition of clear roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines to ensure teams operate efficiently
Contribute to building scalable approaches to workforce planning and team design to meet evolving business needs
Projects & Continuous Improvement
Lead or support HR projects
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and employee experience
Please note that this list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and may evolve as the needs of the business change.
The location for this role will be in our Portlaoise office, there will be a need to travel to other sites as required.
Requirements
The Candidate....
The ideal candidate will have:
5+ years' experience in a HR generalist role
CIPD qualification would be an advantage
Proven experience managing employee relations cases
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Practical, solutions-focused, and collaborative
Fluent written and spoken English is essential
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required
Other information
What we offer....
An attractive remuneration package
Career progression in line with published plan and educational support
Year on year salary reviews
Paid Paternity & Maternity Leave
Continuous Professional Development
Life Assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
Hybrid Working (remote and office) & Flexible Working Policy
Group pension scheme with employer contribution
Team wellness programmes
Participation in ESG activities such as sustainability initiatives, biodiversity committee, STEPS to Engineering, Women in Engineering initiative
Team social outings
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