HR Generalist - FTC

Auto Boland Group; Waterford; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

20 days' annual leave

Bike to work scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Career progression and training

Open-door team environment

Job summary

Auto Boland Group is seeking a highly organized HR Generalist to join our Waterford team for a fixed-term maternity cover of approximately 12 months. You will oversee end-to-end recruitment, contract preparation, and HR documentation while supporting employee relations and performance management in a fast-paced, people-focused environment.

The role also involves maintaining HR records, administering HR systems, coordinating training, and contributing to Health & Safety activities and audits.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years' HR Generalist/HR Advisor experience.
• Knowledge of Irish employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting employee relations, investigations, probation and performance management.
• Experience using HRIS systems.
• Third-level qualification in Business/HR or related discipline (advantage).

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment activities and offers.
• Prepare contracts and HR documentation.
• Support employee relations and performance processes.
• Maintain HR records and HR systems accurately.
• Coordinate training and development and monitor certifications.
• Assist Health & Safety administration and audits.
• Promote graduate programme and marketing initiatives.

Skills

Recruitment coordination

Employee relations

HRIS

Policy administration

Education

Third-level qualification in Business, HR or related

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

Auto Boland - Waterford, Co. Waterford

Full-time, Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover - approximately 12 months)

Auto Boland is seeking a highly organised, motivated and people-focused HR professional to join our growing team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in supporting employees and managers, strengthening our workplace culture, and contributing to the continued success of our business. You will work with internationally recognised automotive brands including Volvo, Audi, Jaguar, Land Rover and BYD.

HR Generalist

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment activities, including drafting and posting job advertisements, conducting first-round interviews, coordinating second-round interviews, completing reference checks, and making offers of employment.
• Prepare and issue employment contracts, offer letters and other HR documentation.
• Support employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, probation and performance management processes.
• Assist with workplace investigations, maintain clear documentation, and keep HR and compliance records accurate and up to date.
• Maintain employee records and HR systems ensuring the accuracy of employee information and clock-in records.
• Monitor and support absence management, and coordinate employee appraisals to ensure they are completed on time.
• Maintaining and updating HR policies and procedures.
• Organise and participate in monthly management meetings, recruitment events and other HR initiatives.
• Work with the marketing department to promote the graduate programme and strengthen the company's social media presence as an employer.
• Organise and support training and development programmes, track relevant certifications, and help identify learning opportunities.
• Support Health & Safety administration, including audit preparation and administration, and the ordering and management of workwear.

Requirements

• Approximately 3-4 years' experience in an HR Generalist, HR Administrator or HR Advisor role.
• Knowledge of Irish employment legislation, WRC requirements and HR best practice.
• Experience supporting employee relations, disciplinary and grievance processes, investigations, probation, performance management, absence management and audits.
• Experience using HR information systems (HRIS)
• Third-level qualification in Business, Human Resources or a related discipline is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage competing priorities and multitask effectively.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Friendly, approachable and professional, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package with an achievable bonus scheme.
• 20 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Career progression and further education and training opportunities.
• Pension scheme.
• Bike to work scheme.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• A positive, supportive, high-performing team environment with an open-door policy.
• The opportunity to work with internationally recognised automotive brands.

If you are ready to take the next step in your HR career and make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, people-focused environment, we would love to hear from you!