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HR Generalist

Job description

HR Generalist – Longford 

A global leader in supplying consumer goods, healthcare, and industrial companies is seeking a motivated HR Generalist to support their expanding operations. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where you’ll partner with managers and senior people leaders to deliver best-in-class HR support. 

Role Overview 
The HR Generalist will work closely with the People Strategy & Operations team to coach, train, and advise managers and employees on HR issues, policies, and procedures. You will help foster an environment of trust, fairness, and equal opportunity, while promoting exceptional employee performance and development. This is a hands-on role covering employee relations, performance management, policy implementation, compliance, and training. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Deliver high-quality HR support and establish credibility across the organisation. 

  • Communicate effectively through clear, concise, and audience-appropriate written and verbal messages. 

  • Collaborate with managers to lead teams effectively and identify development opportunities. 

  • Provide guidance on employee performance, reward and recognition, workplace diversity, and compliance issues. 

  • Support the administration of all HR policies and procedures across the business. 

  • Act as a connector between business units, building strong partnerships in line with company values. 

  • Drive policy reviews and ensure clear education on HR practices, balancing operational and employee needs. 

  • Seek opportunities to enhance HR policies, communication tools, and practices. 

  • Coordinate service award and recognition programmes. 

  • Coach supervisors and managers to understand and apply employment laws correctly. 

Requirements 

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred. 

  • Minimum 2 years’ HR experience, preferably with a focus on Employee Relations. 

  • Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices. 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. 

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 

  • Proven problem-solving skills with a proactive and creative approach.