Job Title: HR Generalist (People Partner)
Location: Cork office - NETGEAR's European Headquarters
Contract Type: 6-month fixed-term contract
Role Overview
NETGEAR is a global networking company trusted by millions of consumers, businesses, and service providers worldwide. Our People & Culture team is focused on creating an environment where employees can do their best work, grow their careers, and feel valued.
We’re looking for an HR Generalist ready to step into a People Partner role—a highly visible, business-facing position supporting managers and employees across key client groups.
In this role, you’ll act as a trusted advisor to the business, providing practical, solutions-focused HR guidance across the full employee lifecycle. You’ll work closely with leaders, employees, and global People teams (including Centres of Excellence such as Talent Acquisition) to deliver a consistent and high-quality employee experience.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build HR business partnering experience in a fast-paced, global environment.
Key Responsibilities
Business Partnership & Manager Support
Act as a primary HR partner for managers and employees, providing guidance on a wide range of people-related topics
Build strong relationships with managers, coaching them on performance, feedback, and employee development
Participate in team meetings to stay aligned with business priorities and proactively identify people-related needs
Analyse trends (e.g. engagement, attrition, employee relations) and share insights with HR leadership
Employee Relations
Manage employee relations cases of low to moderate complexity, including performance concerns, workplace issues, and policy interpretation
Support investigations in partnership with senior HR and Legal, ensuring consistency and appropriate documentation
Guide managers through performance improvement plans (PIPs), corrective actions, and related processes
Support employees with leaves, accommodations, and sensitive workplace matters
Talent & Performance Management
Support performance review cycles, including manager coaching and calibration processes
Partner with leaders on talent discussions, development planning, and internal mobility
Facilitate onboarding touchpoints and early-stage employee check-ins to support engagement and retention
Culture, Engagement & Inclusion
Champion NETGEAR’s culture and values across your client groups, reinforcing behaviours that reflect who we are as a company
Support employee engagement survey cycles, including facilitating manager debriefs and helping teams translate insights into clear, actionable plans
Partner with the wider People & Culture team to deliver engagement initiatives, learning programmes, and culture-building activities
Foster an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, heard, and supported
HR Programs & Operations
Execute core HR processes such as promotions, transfers, and organisational changes with accuracy
Ensure consistent application of HR policies and best practices
Contribute to HR initiatives, programme rollouts, and process improvements
Required Qualifications
3+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a generalist or early HRBP/People Partner role
Hands‑on experience supporting:
Employee relations
Performance management processes
Direct manager coaching and guidance
Solid understanding of Irish and European employment law and HR best practices
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
High level of discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive matters
Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with UKG or similar HRIS platforms
Exposure to supporting multi‑location or global teams
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
CIPD/HR qualification (or working towards) preferred
Company Statement/Values
At NETGEAR, we are on a mission to unleash the full potential of connectivity with intelligent solutions that delight and protect. We turn ideas into innovative networking products that connect people, power businesses, and advance the way we live.
We're a performance‑driven, talented and connected team that is committed to delivering world‑class products for our customers. As a company, we value our employees as the most essential building blocks of our success. And as teammates, we commit to taking our work to the Next Gear by living our values: we Dare to Transform the future, Connect and Delight our customers, Communicate Courageously with each other and collaborate to Win It Together. You’ll find our values woven through our processes, present in our decisions, and celebrated throughout our culture.
We strive to attract top talent and create a great workplace where people feel engaged, inspired, challenged, proud and respected. If you are creative, forward‑thinking, passionate about technology and are looking for a rewarding career to make an impact, then you've got what it takes to succeed at NETGEAR. Join our network and help us shape the future of connectivity.
NETGEAR hires based on merit. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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