Job Title: Clerical Officer - HR/Recruitment Support
Location: Outskirts of Cork City Centre
Contract Type: Full-time, 3-Month contract with potential to extend
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: €16.87
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and organised Clerical Officer to provide essential administrative support to a busy HR and Recruitment team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong admin skills and an interest in HR processes to play a vital role in recruitment, onboarding, and employee support. The role is office-based, located just outside the city centre, and requires an immediate start.
Key Responsibilities
- CV Screening & Shortlisting: Assist with the initial review of incoming CVs and applications based on defined criteria.
- Interview Scheduling: Coordinate interview logistics between candidates and hiring managers, including calendar invites and confirmations.
- Reference Checks: Support the team by managing the reference check process, following up with referees, and updating records.
- Onboarding Support: Help prepare onboarding packs, ensure new starter documentation is completed, and support induction scheduling.
- Document Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, both digital and paper-based.
- Employee Queries: Act as a first point of contact for basic HR queries, escalating where necessary.
- Administrative Support: Provide day-to-day administrative support to the recruitment and HR team, including email correspondence, filing, data entry, and report preparation.
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous administrative or clerical experience, ideally within HR or recruitment
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confident communicator, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
- Strong time management and ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
