The Employee Relations Co-Ordinator as part of the Employee Relations team provides advice, guidance and support to managers across Aramark Ireland. The role is responsible for managing routine and lower-complexity Employee Relations cases, supporting the consistent application of company policies and procedures and ensuring compliance with Irish employment legislation and best practice.
Working closely with the Employee Relations Specialist, HR Business Partners and the wider HR team, the Employee Relations Co-Ordinator supports a positive employee relations culture and contribute to effective people management across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Point of contact for managers seeking Employee Relations advice and guidance.
- Provide practical and solutions-focused advice on employee relations matters in line with company policy, procedure and Irish employment legislation.
- Independently manage routine and lower-complexity Employee Relations cases, escalating complex or high-risk matters as appropriate to the ER Specialist.
- Support managers with absence management, disciplinary, grievance, performance, probation and other Employee Relations processes up to dismissal stage.
- Prepare Employee Relations documentation including meeting invitations, correspondence, outcome letters and reports.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date Employee Relations records and case documentation including timelines within the HR system.
- Coordinate Occupational Health referrals.
- Produce Protective leave letters and answer any queries or correspondences relating to protective leave.
- Deputise for the Employee Relations Specialist during periods of leave and absence, with support from the HR Business Partners and the wider HR team.
- Cover on HR hunt line
Qualifications
- Minimum one year's experience within a HR, Employee Relations or People Team environment.
- Knowledge of Irish employment legislation and Employee Relations best practice.
- CIPD qualified or currently working towards a recognised CIPD qualification.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
About Aramark
Aramark Ireland is a leader in food, facilities, and workplace services, supporting clients across healthcare, education, business, and the public sector. With over 40 years in Ireland and more than 8,000 colleagues across Ireland and Northern Ireland, we are committed to service excellence, innovation, sustainability, and creating meaningful experiences for our clients, colleagues, and communities.
Aramark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all candidates.
Skills Required
- At least one year of experience in an HR, Employee Relations, or People Team environment
- Knowledge of Irish employment legislation and Employee Relations best practice
- CIPD qualified or currently working toward a recognized CIPD qualification
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is presented as broadly available across medical, dental, and vision, alongside life and disability options. Access to programs like EAP and condition-management support adds depth beyond basic coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid leave options include vacation/PTO and parental leave, with multiple leave types outlined as available. This breadth is framed as a stabilizing part of the total rewards offering even when cash pay is less compelling.
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What We Do
Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) proudly serves the world’s leading educational institutions, Fortune 500 companies, world champion sports teams, prominent healthcare providers, iconic destinations and cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 16 countries around the world with food and facilities management. Because of our hospitality culture, our employees strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and the planet.
