HR Administrator / Generalist
Our client, a well-established and progressive manufacturing company in Westmeath, is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented HR Administrator / Generalist to join their growing team. This is an exciting, hands-on role offering broad exposure across the full HR lifecycle, where you will play a vital role in delivering excellent employee experiences from onboarding through to offboarding. If you enjoy variety, responsibility, and working in a fast-paced environment, this all-encompassing position will keep you engaged—no two days will be the same!
This is a permanent role, with a hybrid working option available once fully integrated into the team, along with a competitive salary and excellent company benefits.
HR Administrator / Generalist Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive support across all areas of the HR function, including but not limited to:
- Acting as the lead for recruitment across indirect employee groups, while supporting recruitment activities for direct employees as required.
- Coordinating and delivering a positive, engaging onboarding and induction experience for all new starters.
- Supporting and driving performance management processes, working closely with Line Managers and Supervisors.
- Assisting with and managing grievance and disciplinary procedures through to fair and timely resolution.
- Administering and managing employee benefit programmes in partnership with external vendors.
- Supporting and delivering employee engagement initiatives that enhance culture and retention.
- Preparing and reporting HR metrics for weekly and monthly management meetings, including engagement, absenteeism, and turnover.
- Advising managers on employee relations matters, providing clear and practical guidance.
- Conducting benchmarking activities to support continuous improvement.
- Partnering with the management team to strengthen and promote company culture, acting as an ambassador for company values in all aspects of the role.
HR Administrator / Generalist Requirements:
- Third-level qualification in HR or a CIPD qualification (essential).
- Strong knowledge of Irish Employment Law, with proven experience supporting grievances and disciplinary cases.
- A proactive, positive, and solutions-focused attitude, with a strong interest in career progression.
- Experience in a unionised environment is an advantage.
For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Sarra Hadi
sarra.hadi@collinsmcnicholas.ie
090-6478104
