HR Generalist – Full Time

HR Generalist – Full Time

Location: South Dublin (with 1 day per week in D 15 Head Office)

Impulse Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Full Time HR Generalist to join a large company based in South Dublin

. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take ownership of the HR function across multiple sites and act as the primary point of contact for all HR‑related matters.

Purpose of the Role

The HR Generalist will be the sole HR contact for the allocated Nursing Homes, managing day‑to‑day HR operations and supporting the full employee lifecycle. The successful candidate will work closely with the HR Manager and Senior HR Team to ensure compliance, strong employee relations, and alignment with organisational values.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage daily HR operations across the Nursing Homes and liaise with the HR Manager on urgent or outstanding matters.
• Promote adherence to HR policies, procedures, and Irish Employment Law.
• Ensure full GDPR compliance and data integrity.
• Manage IR matters including disciplinaries, grievances, and investigations.
• Support recruitment activities: screening CVs, organising interviews, reference checks, documentation, and attending job fairs (Ireland & occasional EU travel).
• Prepare internal communications, presentations, and multimedia materials.
• Compile weekly and monthly HR reports including absenteeism trends, training activity, and HR metrics.
• Conduct data analysis and reporting as required by the Senior HR Team.
• Issue and update Terms & Conditions of Employment and oversee a smooth onboarding process.
• Manage HR administration including work permits, visas, starters/leavers, transfers, exit interviews, and changes to employee contracts or salary.
• Collaborate closely with Payroll and other support departments to ensure efficient project planning and completion.
• Ensure both Nursing Homes remain fully audit‑ready at all times.
• Maintain strong understanding of Nursing Home regulations and HIQA requirements.
• Participate in team development initiatives and deliver training where required.
• Plan, execute, and deliver People‑related projects aligned with the overall Business Strategy.
• Carry out any additional duties assigned by the HR Manager or Director of HR.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience as a HR Generalist, HR Officer, or similar HR role.
• Strong knowledge of Irish Employment Legislation.
• Experience managing employee relations cases.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience in healthcare or nursing home settings is an advantage.
• Understanding of HIQA standards beneficial.
• Proficiency in HR administration, reporting, and documentation.

Additional Information

• Reporting to: HR Manager
• Work Structure: South Dublin base + 1 day weekly in Blanchardstown Corporate Park
• Environment: Supportive, regulated, people‑focused organisation