HR Officer

Role Overview

Ryanair is seeking a HR Officer to join Europe's largest airline group as it plans to expand its fleet to over 800 aircraft and serve 300 million guests over the next decade. This role involves diverse HR responsibilities, supporting a workforce of 27,000 aviation professionals across various European locations. The HR Officer will act as the primary HR contact at assigned bases, managing employee relations and administrative tasks, and undertaking frequent travel across Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee comprehensive HR functions for more than 1000 employees in designated locations.
• Track and analyze employee absence and turnover patterns to address underlying issues.
• Provide guidance and assistance to management at multiple levels on HR matters, including grievances, disciplinary actions, and legal case preparations.
• Maintain and update HR records and databases to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Deliver weekly reports to the HR Manager summarizing HR activities and concerns in your area.
• Manage administrative duties related to contracts, payroll, and references.
• Utilize business and HR knowledge to resolve employee queries and make informed decisions.
• Draft formal communications such as disciplinary letters with high-quality writing skills.
• Contribute to various projects as assigned, adapting to evolving organizational needs.
• Prepare documentation for legal proceedings, including local litigation across Europe and tribunals such as WRC and LC.
• Regularly travel throughout Europe to engage directly with employees, participate in interviews, and handle employee negotiations.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A relevant degree in Human Resources or Business is mandatory.
• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure setting.
• Strong organizational capabilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to foster positive working relationships.
• Self-motivation and the capacity to work independently.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication proficiency.
• Aptitude for meeting tight deadlines productively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Discounted unlimited travel privileges to more than 250 destinations.
• Participation in a Defined Contribution Pension Scheme.
• Death in Service Benefit valued at twice the basic annual salary.
• Entitlement to 20 days of annual leave, increasing to 22 days after one year and 25 days after three years of service.
• Option to take up to five additional days of unpaid leave annually.
• Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme for sustainable commuting.
• Excellent progression opportunities within the company.