People Experience Business Partner

Dublin Simon Community; Dublin; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension 5% matched

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Maternity Leave

Bike to Work

Commuter Travel Tax Saver

2 weeks training

Job summary

Dublin Simon Community seeks an HR Business Partner to influence HR practices across employee relations, compensation, wellbeing and payroll administration. You will report to the HR Manager and collaborate with line managers, Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development to deliver high-quality HR services.

Work is primarily in the Dublin area with hybrid options. The role focuses on payroll accuracy, policy guidance, and data-driven HR improvements for a non-profit organization.

Qualifications

• 3rd level qualification in HRM / HRD or equivalent.
• 2 years HR experience with Employee Relations & HR Operations.
• Ability to analyse HR metrics and inform decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business functions to provide HR expertise.
• Lead payroll preparation and related processes with accuracy.
• Provide policy guidance to line managers on employee relations.
• Support onboarding, off-boarding, and data integrity in HRIS.
• Develop and report HR metrics and KPIs.
• Support staff engagement initiatives and HR policy updates.
• Ensure compliance with Irish employment legislation and organisational values.
• Collaborate with TA and L&D on cross-functional deliverables.

Skills

Payroll

Employee relations

HR operations

HR analytics

Communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Irish employment law

Problem solving

Education

HRM/HRD degree

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

About us

At Dublin Simon Community, we are passionate about making home a reality. Our aim is to empower people to access and retain a home by providing housing, prevention, addiction treatment, emergency response and other targeted interventions, through advocacy and partnership. If you share our values and want to make a difference also, come talk to us at Dublin Simon Community. We are looking for professional, friendly and adaptable people to join our team.

About the Job

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and people-centred HR professional. People in Dublin Simon Community are our greatest strength and asset. As an HR Business Partner, you will help influence how we manage and develop our HR practices in areas such as employee relations, retention, employee engagement, compensation & benefits, wellbeing, and implementing new legislation. You will also play a key role in payroll administration, ensuring our people are paid accurately and on time — a foundational part of the employee experience. In addition, you will provide information and support to staff and managers on a range of issues. You will report to the HR Manager and partner with line managers as well as with the Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams, and the wider HR Function.

Working Hours & Location

9am - 5:30pm, office based in Smithfield, Dublin 7, hybrid working accommodated.

Contract

Permanent

Salary Range

From €38,000 depending on experience

Business Partner Responsibilities

• Responsible for partnering with specified business functions and building strong relationships with key stakeholders to provide HR expertise.
• Lead payroll preparation, administration and associated processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery.
• Provide information, advice and policy guidance to line managers on a range of employee relations issues.
• Extend support and guidance on all employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary processes, grievances, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure local management and HR practices and policies are fully compliant with Irish employment legislation and the values and practices of the organisation.
• Drive onboarding and off-boarding processes, including conducting exit interviews and report analysis.
• Manage and maintain the HR information systems to ensure data integrity.
• Product monthly reporting on HR metrics; conduct analysis and create reports on various HR key performance indicators.
• Support the creation & implementation of employee engagement strategies such as surveys, analysis, group facilitation, engagement activities and events.
• Review, update, write and implement HR policies and key administrative processes in line with current legislation and organisational needs.
• Contribute to the implementation of HR and organisational requirements for compliance with and delivery of quality standards, internal and external audits, and change programmes.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition Team and Learning & Development Teams to deliver cross-functional deliverables and high levels of customer service.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the HR Manager.

Note: This Job Description will be reviewed and updated in line with the needs of the work.

Essential skills and experience

• Demonstrated experience in payroll preparation and administration, with strong attention to accuracy and confidentiality.
• 3rd level qualification in HRM / HRD (Human Resource Management / Human Resource Development) or equivalent.
• 2 years previous experience in Human Resources with grounding in Employee Relations and HR Operations.
• Analyse and report on HR metrics to inform business decisions and improvements.
• Excellent communicator both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on problem-solving.
• Demonstratable interpersonal skills, with the ability to self-motivate and think positively.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent knowledge of Irish employment legislation and HR policy implementation, and HR practices.
• Excellent IT skills, including the use of HRIS and Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, Outlook, Excel, MS Forms).

Desirable skills and experience

• CIPD membership.
• Experience working in the non-profit sector.
• Understanding of homeless issues in Ireland and the areas that Dublin Simon Community operate in.

Benefits

• Contract type: permanent
• 25 days annual leave
• 5% matched contribution to your pension
• Paid Sick Leave Policy
• Paid Maternity Leave Policy
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Commuter Travel Tax Savers Ticket
• 2-weeks’ Comprehensive Training

Pay: €38,000.00-€43,000.00 per year

Application question(s)

• Please provide details of your current right to work in Ireland (e.g. Irish/EU citizen, Stamp 4, Stamp 1G, Critical Skills Employment Permit, etc.). If applicable, please also include the expiry date of your permission to work.

Work Location: In person