Human Resources Generalist

Role Overview

A leading FMCG company in Charleville, North Cork, seeks a Human Resources Generalist to provide timely and efficient HR support at the production facility. This role involves proactively improving work systems and resolving issues with urgency and integrity.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support various HR functions including recruitment, pre-employment screening, induction programs, contract preparation, management of absences, disciplinary and grievance handling, employee engagement, communication, employee relations, and performance evaluation.
• Manage recruitment processes for candidates from non-EU countries, handling work permit applications and related administrative tasks from initiation to completion.
• Accurately complete and submit necessary documentation throughout employee lifecycle stages to Shared Services.
• Maintain personnel records and files, ensuring timely processing aligned with data protection legislation.
• Assist operational managers in creating effective manpower and resource plans for permanent and temporary staff, accommodating workload fluctuations.
• Prepare reports on long-term absences, compliance with working time regulations, employee turnover, and annual leave management.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze data concerning workforce turnover and stability.
• Collaborate with management regarding policy and procedure breaches.
• Train and support stakeholders to uphold best HR practices, including educational sessions on recruitment, employment law, absence and performance management, equal opportunity, and team motivation.
• Participate in disciplinary investigations and meetings, ensuring thorough documentation and guiding line managers on best practices.
• Coordinate with payroll and finance departments on salary-related matters, including site payroll processing when required.
• Engage constructively with employee forums and union representatives to foster positive employee relations.
• Champion the HR Information System (CoreHR) to ensure effective and compliant data usage.
• Support the graduate trainee intake under the company’s annual Graduate Programme, ensuring adherence to development plans.
• Comply with HR ethical audit standards set by customers and aim for continuous improvement within the ethical audit framework.
• Manage HR information confidentially in accordance with GDPR.
• Promptly handle everyday employee requests and provide necessary documentation.
• Stay informed about evolving national employment legislation and internal HR policies.
• Provide general administrative support and assist in HR projects and special events as needed.

Candidate Profile

• Possession of a third-level qualification in Human Resources or a related field.
• At least two years of HR coordination or related experience.
• Solid understanding of Irish employment law.
• Capability to excel in a fast-paced, outcome-oriented, and target-driven environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HR principles, processes, and procedures.
• Experience with data management and a strong commitment to confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask effectively, and maintain composure under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Dependability in meeting deadlines consistently.
• Experience working with diverse employee populations.
• Prior payroll experience is beneficial.
• Familiarity with CoreHR software is an advantage.