Job Description
A leading manufacturing company based in Co. Longford seeks a dynamic HR and Payroll Officer to join their team.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
* Oversee the onboarding of new employees, including induction programs, preparing employment contracts, distributing the employee handbook and safety statement, and managing employee documentation.
* Address and resolve day-to-day employee concerns and conflicts.
* Monitor and manage employee attendance, working hours, sick leave, and annual leave records.
* Conduct and support investigation and disciplinary procedures as required.
* Maintain and optimise the HR system and related processes.
* Manage the full recruitment cycle, including preparing job descriptions, screening and shortlisting candidates, coordinating interviews, gathering references, and issuing employment offers to successful candidates.
* Ensure training and development needs are met by maintaining the training matrix through software like Boxcore and organising training sessions such as manual handling, Safe Pass, etc.
* Develop and arrange skill enhancement programs for office staff to boost productivity where needed.
* Process weekly payroll for approximately 55 employees.
* Support the accounts with month-end tasks.
* Perform general administrative duties.
Requirements:
* A degree in Human Resources or a CIPD qualification.
* At least 2 years of experience in HR and payroll within a fast-paced environment.
* Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Strong proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
* A proactive and solutions-focused approach, with a drive for innovation and continuous improvement.
Salary:
The estimated salary for this position is around €40,000 per annum.