Contract until April 2027 | Hybrid, 3 days on-site in Blanchardstown
Role Summary
Working as an embedded Morgan McKinley contractor within our client's HR team, the HR Advisor will cover the full employee lifecycle. Reporting to the HR Manager, this role acts as a trusted partner to managers and employees across Ireland, the UK, and expanding regional markets. The position demands a balance between fast-paced, SLA-driven ticketing management and strategic advisory, investigation support, and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lifecycle & Operations Management (70%)
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Manage high-volume ticketing and case queues, delivering against strict SLA compliance metrics.
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Coordinate the end-to-end onboarding journey, including offer generation, background screening, employment contracts, and new-hire inductions.
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Administer offboarding procedures, leave requests, and employee benefits programmes.
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Maintain accurate employee records within Workday and compile monthly HR data reports.
Case Management & Advisory (30%)
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Provide clear policy guidance and employment legislation support to hiring managers and employees.
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Support workplace investigations, grievance handling, and ethics or performance concerns with high discretion.
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Collaborate with People Business Partners, Legal, Centres of Excellence, and Works Councils to mitigate operational risk.
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Identify opportunities for workflow optimization, including exploring AI capabilities to streamline HR processes.
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Liaise with external vendors and regulatory bodies as required.
Key Attributes & Skills
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Mindset: Proactive, growth-oriented, and resilient when navigating change or ambiguity.
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Interpersonal: Highly empathetic, confident, and collaborative across global, remote, and multicultural teams.
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Problem Solving: Practical, analytical thinker who looks beyond standard solutions to resolve complex issues.
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Systems Savvy: Fast learner with HRIS tools and data-driven operational environments.
Qualifications & Preferred Experience
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Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline.
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Specialized qualification in Irish Employment Law or an advanced HR certification (e.g., CIPD) is advantageous.
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Background supporting additional EMEA jurisdictions following acquisitions or regional expansions.
