Overview
HR Generalist (Part time role – working 2 to 3 days per week) . Our Client a fast growing engineering and fabrication SME company based in Co Kilkenny (close to Waterford) require an experienced Human Resources Generalist to manage everything in their HR function.
Reporting to the Managing Director, the overall purpose of the role:- the HR Generalist will be responsible for managing a wide range of HR functions ensuring all legislative HR requirements are being met, company’s training records are in compliance with health and safety requirements and supporting building a positive, inclusive work culture. This role requires a proactive, organised individual capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently in a busy environment.
Responsibilities of the role:-
- Reviewing all HR policies and procedures, ensuring all legislative requirements are up to date in the company.
- Reviewing and amending the company handbook to ensure it is up to date and meets company requirements
- Reviewing contracts of employment
- Managing The company time and attendance system and ensuring all is correct for the weekly payroll
- Coordinate employee schedules, manage time-off requests
- Lead recruitment efforts, from posting job ads to managing the interview process and onboarding new hires.
- Managing and supporting training programs to support employee development and ensuring all health & safety training records are kept up to date
- Manage all aspects of employee relations, including contracts, probation periods, and disciplinary procedures.
- Facilitate effective communication within the company
- Support annual performance appraisal, and objective setting
- Contribute to all HR projects and ongoing development of company initiatives
Requirements for the role:
- Degree in Human Resources, or related field.
- Ideally CIPD Qualified, with good understanding of current employment legislation
- Proven experience in Human Resources, with a strong understanding of HR operations and legal compliance.
- Self-driven with excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive matters discreetly. Confidentiality an essential in this role.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR systems
- This role will be offered on a permanent part-time basis and will be based onsite at the company offices.