HR Assistant (Employee Relations) - 9 Month Contract

About the Role

A prominent global organisation is looking for an experienced Employee Relations Assistant to become an integral part of their People team. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic international setting, helping to shape the employee experience by delivering expert guidance on employee relations matters and collaborating with leaders across various European locations.

As a member of a high-achieving People function, you will serve as a reliable advisor for complex workplace issues, supporting the business in effectively handling employee relations challenges while ensuring compliance, risk management, and fostering positive employment outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer expert advice to managers and HR team members on employee relations matters, legal employment requirements, workplace policies, and recommended practices.
• Lead and manage challenging employee relations cases, including investigations into grievances, disciplinary actions, harassment, discrimination, ethical concerns, retaliation, and other sensitive workplace topics.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, legal teams, Centres of Excellence, employee representative groups, and external parties to resolve cases and reduce organisational risk.
• Guide and support HR colleagues by building their capacity and maintaining a consistent, high-quality employee relations service.
• Develop and deliver training and orientation sessions for managers and HR teams focused on employee relations and employment law.
• Contribute to the formulation and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and ongoing improvement projects.
• Oversee partnerships with external vendors and regulatory authorities as necessary, ensuring all employment legislation compliance.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Human Resources with at least 5 years concentrated in Employee Relations.
• Comprehensive understanding of Irish employment law; experience with UK and broader European employment regulations is highly advantageous.
• Track record of managing complicated employee relations situations and conducting workplace investigations.
• Sound judgement skills with the capacity to evaluate risks and offer balanced, practical recommendations.
• Proven ability to coach managers and enhance HR competencies through training and mentoring.
• Strong relationship-building skills and capability to influence stakeholders at all organisational levels.
• Experience working in a large-scale, matrixed, or multinational environment.
• Possession of a degree or equivalent qualification along with certification in Irish Employment Law and an advanced HR qualification.

Additional Information

• Contract Duration: 9 months
• Location: Dublin 15 (Hybrid work model)
• Salary: €55,000 per annum

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