HR Advisor

We are looking for a HR Advisor to join our team based in Ireland.

This role will be responsible for managing and effectively resolving a large number of employee relations cases in compliance with company policies and procedures.

You will be standalone in Ireland but will have the support of the wider HR team who are based in the UK at head office. Travel to head office will be expected once per month with overnight stays.

Due to the standalone nature of this role, to be successful you will need a strong HR Generalist background and experience in managing TUPE.

The Company is currently going through a period of growth in the Republic of Ireland and therefore you will need to be able to work on acquisiton targets with the local management to bring new business in line with the group culture and working practices.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee a high volume of employee relations cases from start to finish, ensuring timely resolution of issues while maintaining compliance with internal policies and applicable laws.

• Conduct thorough investigations into employee complaints, grievances, and other related issues; gather relevant documentation, interview involved parties, and assess credibility of information provided.

• Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on employee relation matters, including disciplinary actions, performance management, and conflict resolution while maintaining positive employee relations.

• Create and implement appropriate action plans to address employee relations issues; recommend appropriate disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, or other corrective measures as needed.

• Develop and deliver training sessions and workshops to educate managers on effective employee relations practices, conflict resolution, and workforce management strategies.

• Draft, review, and maintain accurate and confidential employee relations documentation, including investigation reports, performance improvement plans, and disciplinary records.

• Work with line managers to ensure that absences are maintained within acceptable limits uilising the occupational health team where appropriate.

To be successful in this role:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience with a focus on employee relations

• CIPD level 5

• Proven experience in handling high volume of employee relations cases with successful outcomes, preferably in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple cases simultaneously.

• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to employees at all levels of the organisation

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to independently assess situations and provide sound recommendations in line with our company policies

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and rapport with employees, managers, and other stakeholders.