Senior HR Generalist

The HR Generalist is responsible for the full scope of HR activities for the local site, reporting to the US-based HR Director with a dotted line to the local General Manager, and collaborating closely with US and EMEA HR teams. This role manages end-to-end recruitment and onboarding, employee relations, compliance with Irish and EU employment legislation, and payroll processing and administration of benefits. The HR Manager partners with Payroll stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely weekly payroll processing, maintains HR records and systems, coordinates training and development, and supports all aspects of the employee lifecycle.

In addition, the HR Generalist fosters a positive and inclusive workplace culture, supports employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives, and contributes to the ongoing development and improvement of HR policies and procedures. Regular communication with the HR Director, local General Manager, and wider HR teams is essential to ensure effective issue resolution, transparency, and alignment with business objectives.

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process via GPS incl: job postings; sourcing; interviewing.  Ensure all stages of recruitment process are in line with company and EU Directives

• Ensure onboarding process is completed for new employees

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records 

• Work with internal and external Payroll stakeholders to ensure smooth weekly payroll 

• Administer employee benefits programs, including private health insurance, pension and other benefits

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employees, providing support, reassurance, guidance, and accurate information on HR policies, procedures, and benefits

• Manage Employee Relations, including investigations, grievance and disciplinary procedures

• Support managers in addressing performance issues and implementing PIP’s where appropriate

• Remain up to date in relation to Irish employment legislation and ensure company policies and practices remain compliant with Irish and EU law

• Provide weekly reports on HR metrics, i.e., attrition, attendance, etc.

• Partner with the wider European & US HR team on other ad hoc projects in line with business needs

• Coordinate, deliver, and/or facilitate employee development and training programs 

• Work with HR Director to develop succession plans for key roles to ensure business continuity 

• Promote a positive workplace culture in line with company values

• Work with third party provider on acquiring and renewing work permits as required

• All administrative work associated with HR function

• Communicate with HR Director and local General Manager weekly on HR activities and issues

• Any other projects or duties that may be assigned by the HR Director or local General Manager

• Minimum Level 8 Degree in Human Resources Management, CIPD recognized preferably

• Experience leading disciplinaries and grievances

• Up to date knowledge of Irish Employment Legislation

• Experience in processing weekly payroll 

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Human Resources, ideally in a manufacturing environment

• High level of confidentiality and discretion

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to prioritize work and navigate ambiguity in a fast paced, busy work environment

• Results driven, motivated and self-reliant with a hands-on, can-do approach

• Strong IT skills, experience with Oracle HR and Timeworks would be distinct advantage 

• Fluent business English is essential