O'Briens Wines is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive HR Generalist to join our team.
The HR Generalist will be responsible for employee relations, onboarding, compliance, training and development, and benefits administration, with a focus on ensuring a smooth employee experience from recruitment through the entire employment lifecycle.
The ideal candidate will have experience using HR systems such as Bizimply, Occupop & LMS, and be CIPD-certified with a strong knowledge of Irish employment law.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Onboarding and Employee Engagement:
* Coordinate new employee onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a smooth transition into the organisation.
* Manage onboarding tasks ensuring all new hire documentation and systems are updated.
2. Employee Relations:
* Assist in handling employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance management processes.
* Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR-related matters, ensuring compliance with employment law and company policies.
3. HR Administration and Compliance:
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations (GDPR).
* Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and initiatives to ensure legal compliance and alignment with business needs.
* Support with HR reporting and analytics using systems like Bizimply and Occupop to help drive data-driven decisions.
4. Training & Development:
* Support employee training and development initiatives by identifying training needs and coordinating appropriate training programs.
* Track and monitor training through LMS systems to ensure staff development aligns with company objectives.
5. Benefits and Payroll Support:
* Administer employee benefits programs, acting as the point of contact between employees and external benefit providers.
* Support payroll administration by working with the payroll department and maintaining accurate Time & Attendance data in Bizimply.
6. Continuous Improvement:
* Stay up to date with HR trends and best practices to continuously improve HR processes and ensure they meet the needs of the business.
* Recommend enhancements for employee engagement, talent management, and overall company culture.
Education, Qualifications & Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
* CIPD Certification - Preferred.
* Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar HR role, ideally within the retail industry.
* Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and regulations.
* Experience using HRIS systems such as LMS, Bizimply, and Occupop.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.