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HR Generalist

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    MDS COMMERCIAL CENTRE (EUROPE) LIMITED
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    Ref: #JOB-2429281
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    SHAW COMMERCIALS, Castlebar Rtl Pk, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, F23 N996
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    34000.00 - 36000.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 16 Jan 2026
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    Closing On: 13 Feb 2026

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. 


Manage HR generalist activities across recruitment, onboarding, payroll, employee relations, and offboarding. 

Oversee payroll administration in collaboration with external payroll providers, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, validation of time and attendance data, statutory deductions, and full compliance with Irish employment and payroll legislation. 

Manage and maintain employee time and attendance systems, ensuring data integrity, policy compliance, and alignment with working time regulations. 

Manage full-cycle recruitment processes, including workforce planning support, job postings, candidate screening, interviews, offer management, and issuance of contracts and employment documentation in line with Irish employment law. 

Manage international recruitment and mobility processes, including work permits, residency applications, and ongoing communication with overseas employees. 

Design, coordinate, and continuously improve structured onboarding and induction programmes, ensuring new hires are effectively integrated, compliant, and engaged from day one. 

Act as the primary point of coordination for induction schedules, stakeholder involvement, and completion of mandatory training and documentation. 

Manage offboarding processes, including exit interviews, final payroll coordination, and leaver administration, providing insights to support retention and workforce planning. 

Conduct and oversee pre-employment screening, including reference checks and right-to-work compliance. 

Provide HR advisory support to managers on employee relations, performance management, absence management, disciplinary and grievance matters, and policy interpretation. 

Maintain accurate HR records and systems, ensuring confidentiality, GDPR compliance, and audit readiness. 

Support internal communications initiatives by developing and coordinating HR-related employee communications and policy updates. 

Operate with a high level of autonomy, overseeing multiple HR functions and providing strategic guidance to managers. 

Candidate Requirements: 

Minimum 4 years proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within a fast-paced commercial or corporate environment  

Strong knowledge of Irish employment law, payroll regulations, and work permit processes 

Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes  

Excellent interpersonal, advisory, and communication skills  

High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to handle confidential information 

Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office applications  

This role reports directly to the CFO / Managing Director. 

Preferred:  

Relevant HR qualification (e.g., CIPD Level 5, Level 7, or Level 9, or equivalent)  

Experience with international HR practices and workforce mobility  

Experience working with external payroll providers
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