Talent & Engagement Generalist (HR Generalist)

Who We Are:

At Life Style Sports, we’re redefining what it means to be a sports retailer!

Proudly Irish-owned and Ireland’s leading sports destination, we empower the Stylised Athlete through bold innovation and unforgettable experiences. From our Brand Centre in Dublin to our carbon-neutral warehouse, everything we do is built to make an impact.

With 42 stores, a thriving eCommerce presence, and a passionate team of over 600, we deliver the best from the world’s top sports brands every day.

But we’re more than just products — we’re about people.

Guided by our Brand values of Social, Inspirational, and Fearless, we create strong connections with our customers and foster a vibrant, inclusive culture for our team.

We’re proud to have been recognised as the #1 sports retailer on the Sunday Independent’s Best Employers list in both 2023 and 2024. We’re breaking barriers and setting new standards for diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our positive Gender Pay Gap report showcases the strength of our diverse and talented team, and we’re especially proud of the outstanding contributions of the incredible women across our stores and Brand Centre.

Ready to push boundaries, embrace challenges, and shape the future of sports retail? Join our EPIC team today and let’s change the game together! 🌟

Role Summary:

As the Talent and Engagement Generalist, you will play a key role in supporting both the stores and the Brand Centre employees. You will be responsible for delivering a broad range of support including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, policy implementation and compliance with Irish employment legislation. We are looking for a passionate, proactive and approachable person that is looking to support our employees in a fast-paced environment.

This role is hybrid with 3-4 days in our office in Dublin City Centre.

Role Responsibilities:

Employee Relations

• Provide first-line HR advice and guidance to managers and employees on policies,
• procedures, and best practice.
• Manage employee relations cases including absence management, performance issues, disciplinary, grievance, and capability processes, in line with NI and ROI employment law.
• Support managers with investigations, hearings, and documentation as required

Employment Law & Compliance

• Ensure HR practices, policies, and procedures are compliant with current NI and ROI employment legislation.
• Monitor legislative changes and advise the business on potential impacts.
• Support audits and ensure accurate employee records are maintained.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Support end-to-end recruitment activities, including role scoping, job descriptions, interviews, and offers.
• Coordinate onboarding and induction processes to ensure a smooth employee experience.
• Train, coach and support our employees development by managing the L&D platform

HR Administration & Systems

• Maintain HR system and employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Prepare HR documentation including contracts, amendments, and letters.
• Support payroll processes by providing accurate and timely HR data.

Performance & Development

• Support performance management processes, including probation reviews and annual appraisal.
• Assist with learning and development initiatives and training coordination.

Policy & Process Improvement

• Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business needs.

Key Requirements:

• Third level qualification in HR or a Business-related discipline
• CIPD qualified or working towards same
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Employee Relations
• Experience of working in a variety of sectors including retail
• High standard of computing skills including Microsoft Office

About you:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills resulting in strong relationships with all stakeholders
• Displays a commitment to results using planning and organisational skills
• Exceptional attention to detail in all aspects of work