The HR Business Support Executive enables and supports the effective delivery of HR services across Dublin Airport. This position provides high-quality operational, analytical, and administrative support to the Dublin Airport HR team and wider business, ensuring the efficient coordination of employee lifecycle activities, robust reporting, and the timely execution of key HR initiatives.
The role requires a highly organised, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical capability, discretion, and the ability to operate proactively in a fast-paced, stakeholder-driven environment.
ResponsibilitiesHR Operations & Employee Lifecycle
Coordinate end‑to‑end employee processes (hire to exit) ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
HR Data, Reporting & Insights
Produce and analyse HR metrics and reports, identifying trends and supporting decision‑making.
Business Planning & HR Delivery Support
Assist workforce planning, track HR initiatives, and prepare materials for leadership priorities.
Stakeholder Support & Employee Experience
Act as a trusted contact for managers and employees, providing guidance and supporting engagement initiatives.
Governance, Compliance & Data Integrity
Maintain compliant HR processes and accurate records in line with GDPR and organisational policies.
Action Management & Continuous Improvement
Track deliverables, monitor progress, and drive improvements in HR processes and systems.
HR Administration & Case Support
Coordinate meetings, support employee relations cases, and ensure actions are followed through.
QualificationsHR Qualification desirable.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Strong analytical abilities with experience in KPI reporting and interpretation.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Proactive, adaptable, and able to prioritise tasks effectively.
Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential matters.
Skills & Competencies
Professional and approachable manner.
Flexible and resilient under pressure.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong sense of initiative and ownership.
Commitment to continuous improvement and learning.
daa is an equal opportunities employer committed to celebrating diversity & inclusion and recognising the value that difference can bring, both for our business and for our people. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experience. We ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all and offer reasonable accommodations to applicants at all stages of the selection process
Any offer of employment will be conditional on the successful candidate demonstrating and maintaining eligibility to work in Ireland. It is a condition of your employment with daa to achieve and maintain the necessary training and security standards required for your position at all times.
Skills Required
- HR qualification
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Strong analytical abilities with experience in KPI reporting and interpretation
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Proactive, adaptable, and able to prioritise tasks effectively
- Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential matters
- Professional and approachable manner
- Flexible and resilient under pressure
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Strong sense of initiative and ownership
- Commitment to continuous improvement and learning
What We Do
We are a global airport and travel retail group with business in 15 countries around the world. daa’s principal activities include operating and managing Dublin and Cork airports, global airport retailing through our subsidiary Aer Rianta International, and international aviation consultancy through daa International. The company is state-owned and headquartered at Dublin Airport.
