Join Our Team as a HR Compliance Manager
Are you ready to lead from the front and make a tangible impact Comfort Keepers? We're looking for an experienced and motivated HR Compliance Manager to ensure the organisation meets all internal and external HR-related compliance standards across its care services.
What You'll Be Doing
as a HR Compliance Manager you will oversee adherence to Irish employment law, HSE/HIQA regulatory requirements, and internal HR governance, with a focus on policy, audits, personnel file integrity, vetting cycles, and training compliance.
Your key responsibilities include:
* HR Policy Governance: Maintain and regularly update all HR policies and procedures in collaboration with the Head of HR
* Internal Audits & Risk Management: Conduct routine and ad hoc internal HR audits on our legal and company compliance
* External Audit & Inspection Readiness: Lead preparation for external inspections and audits (e.g., HIQA, HSE, ISO, etc.).
* Employment Eligibility & Vetting: Oversee the right-to-work process including initial verification and periodic re-checks, garda Vettings etc
* Training Compliance & Record Management: Mandatory training completion and documentation, reports etc.
* Regulatory & Legislative Monitoring: Stay updated on changes in relevant legislation, sectoral guidance (e.g., HIQA, HSA, HSE).
* This role requires regular travel to office locations, and Fuel card will be provided to support your work.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional results.
Key skills and qualifications include:
* Minimum 5 years' HR experience with at least 2 in a compliance or audit-focused role.
* Experience in regulated sectors (healthcare, social care, or public services) highly desirable
* BA in HR, Law, Business Administration, or related field (CIPD membership desirable).
* Solid understanding of HIQA standards, Irish employment law, vetting processes, and safeguarding requirements.
* Meticulous attention to detail with a process-driven mindset.
* Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks in the care sector.
* Excellent organisation and document control abilities
* Proficient in using HR systems and managing sensitive data
* Flexibility to travel extensively across the country to support offices
* Nationwide-based: This role is based in Santry, Dublin 17 but requires frequent national travel and is not remote
What We're Offering
* Competitive salary.
* Bonus potential
* Fuel Card to support travel to office locations.
* The opportunity to lead and shape the future of our services.
* Career progression opportunities and growth
* A collaborative, supportive work environment focused on making a difference.
Why Join Us?
At Comfort Keepers, we are passionate about creating better outcomes for our clients and providing a supportive, thriving environment for our staff. This role offers a chance to lead meaningful projects, contribute to our growth, and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in care.
Ready to Drive Success?
If you're excited about this opportunity and meet the qualifications, we'd love to hear from you Join us in making a difference-one office at a time