Job type
PermanentLocation
South DublinWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Human ResourcesIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
Up to €102,550 DOE
Administrative Officer (HR, Finance, IT & Operations) – South Dublin – Up to €102,550 DOE
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Your new role
What you'll need to succeed
What you'll get in return
What you need to do now
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This is a senior opportunity to join a well-established and highly respected Trade Union. The Union plays a key role in representing its members and is committed to delivering high-quality support services, strong governance, and continuous organisational development.
Following continued growth and evolving operational needs, the Union is now seeking to appoint an experienced Administrative Officer at Assistant Principal level to support its strategic and operational objectives.
Your new role
Reporting directly to the General Secretary, you will take ownership of a broad and senior operational remit across HR, finance, systems, and governance. This is a key leadership role requiring a hands-on and solutions-focused approach.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading HR activities for administrative staff including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and workforce planning
- Overseeing financial management across Head Office and branch accounts, including reconciliations, controls, and liaison with auditors.
- Managing and enhancing the membership systems (MRM and portal), driving continuous improvement and user experience
- Coordinating major organisational events, including the Annual Congress
- Managing procurement processes and overseeing the development of IT systems to ensure a future-ready organisation
- Delivering strategic and operational projects, balancing competing priorities and ensuring timely execution
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful, you will bring a strong blend of operational leadership and technical expertise across multiple disciplines.
You will have:
- A relevant qualification (degree level or equivalent professional experience)
- Proven experience in HR, including employee relations and workforce planning
- Strong financial and accounts experience, including reporting and controls
- Demonstrated experience in office management and procurement
- Experience delivering events or large-scale organisational activities
- Exposure to IT systems and their application within a business environment
- Strong project management capability with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines
- Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to play a key role in shaping operational strategy and driving organisational improvement within a collaborative and purpose-driven working environment
- A senior-level position with significant responsibility and influence within the organisation
- Salary aligned to Civil Service Assistant Principal scale (€82,290 – €102,550)
- Defined benefit pension scheme
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 on your career.
