Client / Employer: Occupop
Location: Mallow, County Cork, Ireland
We are seeking an approachable, proactive and professional HR Advisor to join our HR team and support managers and employees across the group. This is a varied, hands‑on HR role with a strong focus on employee relations and day‑to‑day people support.
Key Responsibilities
Provide practical HR advice and support to managers on employee relations matters such as disciplinary processes, grievance management, absence management, performance management, investigations and return‑to‑work processes.
Support and coordinate investigations, hearings and employee meetings.
Assist managers with performance improvement plans and employee development discussions.
Support conflict resolution and help maintain positive working relationships across teams.
Coordinate occupational health referrals and related follow‑up actions.
Contribute to employee wellbeing and engagement initiatives.
HR Operations & Compliance
Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation across all jurisdictions.
Ensure HR policies and procedures are applied consistently and in line with employment legislation.
Support compliance activities relating to Irish employment law and wider UK/NI requirements.
Assist with insurance claims, workplace incidents and HR reporting requirements.
Support audits, reporting and continuous improvement of HR processes and systems.
Assist with updating HR policies, procedures and employee handbook documentation.
Provide manager training and guidance on core people‑management practices.
Skills & Experience
Minimum 3 years’ experience in an HR Advisor or Employee Relations focused role.
Proven experience handling employee relations casework.
Strong working knowledge of Irish employment legislation essential.
Experience supporting managers in a fast‑paced operational environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships.
Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail.
Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Strong administrative and problem‑solving abilities.
Proficient in MS Office and HR systems.
Desirable: Exposure to UK, NI or multi‑jurisdiction HR environments.
Desirable: HR qualification or CIPD qualification.
Compensation Package
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
CPD accredited employer.
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Work mobile phone provided.
Flexible working options, dependent on location and role requirements.
We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request during your recruitment journey, please let our recruiting team know.
Opportunity Statement: EPS Group is an equal opportunities employer.
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