Assistant HR Manager

Job description

The Assistant HR Manager will support the HR Director in delivering a professional, responsive, and high-quality Human Resources service across the organisation. The successful candidate will play a key role in implementing HR strategies, supporting managers, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, and contributing to the attraction, development, engagement, and retention of employees.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Support managers in managing employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence management, capability, and performance issues.
• Provide professional HR advice and guidance to managers and employees in line with organisation policies and employment legislation.
• Assist in maintaining positive employee relations and promoting a culture of engagement, respect, and inclusion.
• Support the resolution of workplace issues in a fair, consistent, and timely manner.

Learning & Development

• Support the implementation of learning and development initiatives aligned with organisational needs.
• Identify training requirements and work with managers to support employee development.
• Assist in monitoring mandatory training compliance and professional development programmes.
• Contribute to succession planning and talent development initiatives.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure HR policies and procedures are implemented consistently across all services.
• Assist in reviewing and updating HR policies to reflect legislative and organisational changes.
• Maintain accurate HR records and support HR reporting and analysis.
• Support audits, inspections, and compliance reviews as required.
• Ensure adherence to GDPR and confidentiality requirements regarding employee information.

Workforce Planning & Staff Retention

• Support initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement, wellbeing, and retention.
• Assist in analysing workforce trends and HR metrics to inform decision-making.
• Work collaboratively with managers to address workforce challenges and support service delivery.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of staff retention strategies.

General

• Assist the HR Director in delivering strategic HR projects and organisational change initiatives.
• Represent the HR Department at meetings and working groups as required.
• Build effective relationships with stakeholders across the organisation.
• Undertake other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the HR Director.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Human Resource Management, Business Management, or a related discipline.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent professional HR qualification desirable.

Essential Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years’ HR experience, with experience in employee relations and generalist HR activities.
• Experience advising managers on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning activities.
• Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and HR best practice.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience within the healthcare, social care, disability, or not-for-profit sectors.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations.
• Experience with HR systems and workforce reporting.

Key Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong employee relations and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and best practice HR.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we support.
• A values-led organisation committed to excellence in care and support.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.