HR Advisor

Northern Trust Corp; Limerick; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking an HR Advisor to act as a trusted consultant to managers and employees across EMEA, delivering practical HR solutions while ensuring policy compliance and mitigating people-related risk.

You will collaborate with HR Partners, Talent Acquisition, and other Centres of Excellence to support employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in an HR Advisory, Employee Relations, HR Business Partnering, or HR Consulting role.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and associated people-related risk.
• Experience advising managers on employee relations matters, policy interpretation, and performance management.
• Ability to manage complex and sensitive employee issues while balancing business and employee needs.
• Experience supporting stakeholders across multiple countries or jurisdictions is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers and employees on a broad range of HR and employee relations matters.
• Provide guidance on performance management, disciplinary matters, grievances, workplace investigations, and dispute resolution.
• Support organisational change initiatives and advise on the people impacts of business decisions.
• Interpret and apply employment legislation, company policies, and HR programs to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Act as a liaison between managers, HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and other HR functions to ensure a coordinated approach to people matters.
• Support the delivery and implementation of HR initiatives, including performance management, talent development, employee engagement, and workforce planning.
• Coach and advise managers on best practices to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support workforce needs and maintain a strong and diverse talent pipeline.
• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes, efficiency, and employee experience.

Skills

HR advisory

Employee relations

Employment law

Stakeholder management

Policy interpretation

Education

Degree in HR or related field

HR certification (preferred)

Job description

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

About the Role

The HR Advisor acts as a trusted consultant to managers and employees, providing HR guidance and support across EMEA. The role partners closely with leaders to ensure the effective application of HR policies, procedures, and programs while supporting business objectives and mitigating people-related risk. Working collaboratively with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and other Centres of Excellence, the HR Advisor helps deliver practical HR solutions, supports employee relations matters, and promotes a positive employee experience. The role requires strong judgement, employment law knowledge, and the ability to manage sensitive and complex situations with professionalism and discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with managers and employees on a broad range of HR and employee relations matters.
• Provide guidance on performance management, disciplinary matters, grievances, workplace investigations, and dispute resolution.
• Support organisational change initiatives and advise on the people impacts of business decisions.
• Interpret and apply employment legislation, company policies, and HR programs to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Act as a liaison between managers, HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and other HR functions to ensure a coordinated approach to people matters.
• Support the delivery and implementation of HR initiatives, including performance management, talent development, employee engagement, and workforce planning.
• Coach and advise managers on best practices to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support workforce needs and maintain a strong and diverse talent pipeline.
• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes, efficiency, and employee experience.
• Handle highly sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in an HR Advisory, Employee Relations, HR Business Partnering, or HR Consulting role.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and associated people-related risk.
• Experience advising managers on employee relations matters, policy interpretation, and performance management.
• Ability to manage complex and sensitive employee issues while balancing business and employee needs.
• Experience supporting stakeholders across multiple countries or jurisdictions is advantageous.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Degree qualification and/or relevant HR certification preferred.

Valuable Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving capability.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Work Authorization

Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role. This includes Critical Skills Employment Permits, General Employment Permits, Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, Stamp 1G permissions, and other employment permits under Irish immigration frameworks.

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

Looking for greater? You found it.

A global financial leader with more than 22,000 employees in 23 locations worldwide, Northern Trust empowers our employees to achieve more than just business goals. Our focus on work-life balance, career mobility and unique opportunities are just a few of the reasons we’ve been named one of the world’s most admired companies.

Terms and Conditions

Candidate Privacy Notice California Applicant Privacy Notice Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (U.S) Transparency in Coverage Disclosure – North America Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center or call 1-800-807-0302 (North America), [phone] (Asia Pacific), 1800-425-0333 (India), [phone] (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

APAC/INDIA EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

Canada EEO STATEMENT

Northern Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at Northern Trust are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

EMEA EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development.

USA EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy of The Northern Trust Company to afford equal opportunity in all phases of employment without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic tests and information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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