HR Generalist

An excellent opportunity for a HR Generalist to join an award-winning nursing & retirement village in Co. Westmeath.

In this exciting, yet challenging position, you will assist the HR Director and HR Business Partner in delivering HR and providing Recruitment assistance. Supporting the efficient operation of the department, you will collaborate with Nursing Home managers and employees on HR matters.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure all aspects of HR functions are maintained in line with requirements under Irish employment law
• Support the development and implementation of HR related policies and procedures
• Provide guidance to management teams and employees on the application of policies, procedures and legal requirements
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of all data in line with the Data Protection Act
• Active point of contact for day-to-day HR queries for site management teams and employees
• Preparation of employment letters, contracts and associated documentation
• Support with employment relations processes as required. i.e.: disciplinaries, grievances, investigations, absence management, etc.
• Support and mentor the management teams on building people capability; managing people risk and ensuring a positive employee experience
• Support organisational change projects and their associated people implications
• Manage the overseas recruitment process, including the coordination of visa processes and Immigration Department applications and registrations
• Assist the full recruitment process as required, including onboarding of new employees
• Conduct interviews and candidate selection process for overseas positions as needed
• Support with the development, implementation and execution of overseas recruitment and selection strategies for multiple teams and locations across the company
• Support with the development of succession planning strategies across the Nursing Homes
• Carry out any general administration tasks as requested

Candidate requirements:

• Extensive recruitment and HR experience.
• Previous experience in coordinating overseas recruitment processes is essential.
• Proven track record in building and sustaining effective and professional working relationships.
• Proficient in MS Office packages.
• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
• Degree/Diploma in Human Resource Management or related discipline is required.
• A postgraduate qualification is not a requirement, but a range of HR/IR courses at postgraduate certificate, diploma and/or master’s level is a distinct advantage.
• Excellent English language verbal and written skills are essential.
• High level of time management and efficiently manage and prioritise workload within given time frames.
• Capable of working under pressure to meet necessary deadlines
• Ability to multitask with a positive mindset

Full-time hours, Monday - Friday, offering flexible hours and an option for hybrid working once fully trained

Salary: €35,000 - €40,000