HR Generalist
JOB_53668661124833Job type
PermanentLocation
Galway - EastWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Human ResourcesIndustry
Manufacturing & ProductionPay
Dependent on Experience
HR Generalist , Galway
Your new company
Your new role
What you'll need to succeed
What you'll get in return
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to fostering a positive workplace culture. This is an on-site role based in East Galway.
Your new role
As the HR Generalist, you will manage a broad range of HR functions across the employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to policy implementation, benefits administration, and employee relations. Acting as a trusted advisor to employees and management, you will ensure compliance with labour laws while driving engagement and organisational success.
Key responsibilities include:
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Manage end-to-end recruitment, issue offer letters, coordinate onboarding and exit processes.
- Policy & Compliance: Draft and update HR policies, maintain HRIS records, and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Benefits & Compensation: Administer employee benefits programs and resolve claims.
- Performance & Training: Support performance reviews, identify training needs, and manage career development initiatives.
- Employee Relations: Act as the first point of contact for employee queries, lead investigations, and promote engagement activities.
- HR Reporting: Produce HR metrics and reports, and assist leadership with continuous improvement initiatives.
What you'll need to succeed
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years’ experience in HR generalist or specialist roles.
- Strong knowledge of employment law and compliance.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and data analysis.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- CIPD certification is desirable.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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HR GeneralistJOB_536686611248332026-01-132026-04-14
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