HR Generalist

Your new company
Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to fostering a positive workplace culture. This is an on-site role based in East Galway.

Your new role
As the HR Generalist, you will manage a broad range of HR functions across the employee lifecycle-from recruitment and onboarding to policy implementation, benefits administration, and employee relations. Acting as a trusted advisor to employees and management, you will ensure compliance with labour laws while driving engagement and organisational success.Key responsibilities include:

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Manage end-to-end recruitment, issue offer letters, coordinate onboarding and exit processes.
• Policy & Compliance: Draft and update HR policies, maintain HRIS records, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Benefits & Compensation: Administer employee benefits programs and resolve claims.
• Performance & Training: Support performance reviews, identify training needs, and manage career development initiatives.
• Employee Relations: Act as the first point of contact for employee queries, lead investigations, and promote engagement activities.
• HR Reporting: Produce HR metrics and reports, and assist leadership with continuous improvement initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years' experience in HR generalist or specialist roles.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and compliance.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• CIPD certification is desirable.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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