We have an exciting opportunity for an HR Generalist to join an international organisation with their European headquarters based in Cork. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity and will be responsible for the day-to-day HR operations with the opportunity to gain exposure to many functions. Hybrid working options available.
Key Responsibilities:
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Partner with managers to identify hiring needs; manage job postings, interviews, references, offers, contracts, and all new starter documentation.
- Maintain accurate HR data in Workday and related systems; extract and analyse HR metrics (e.g. attendance, training, leave) to support reporting needs.
- Oversee new starter and leaver processes, including inductions, risk assessments, and exit interviews.
- Deliver company induction and ad-hoc training; support performance management, goal setting, and maintain learning and development matrices.
- Process payroll changes, time and attendance checks, benefits enrolment, HR documentation, and ensure confidentiality and compliance.
- Review and update HR policies in line with Irish legislation; support compensation benchmarking, wellbeing initiatives, and employee engagement programmes.
- Provide HR guidance to employees and managers, supporting disciplinary, grievance, and general employee relations matters while promoting company culture and values.
- Support EMEA HR projects and deliver HR communications and meetings.
Requirements:
- A third-level qualification in HR and/or CIPD qualification is required.
- Minimum of 3 years relevant HR experience.
- Strong HR systems knowledge: Workday and knowledge of time & attendance systems is an advantage.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with all internal stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of Irish employment legislation and awareness of HR best practices.
For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Megan O’Doherty
megan.odoherty@collinsmcnicholas.ie
021-4911066
