Location: Maynooth, Co. Kildare (Hybrid)
Salary: DOE + 10% Completion Bonus
Length of contract: 9 month fixed-term contract
Osborne Recruitment is currently recruiting for an HR Onboarding Specialist on behalf of a leading organisation based in Maynooth, Co. Kildare.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established company with a strong people-first culture on a 9-month fixed-term maternity cover contract. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering an exceptional onboarding experience for new employees while supporting the wider HR function.
As the HR Onboarding Specialist, you will take ownership of the employee onboarding journey, ensuring every new starter has a seamless and engaging experience from offer acceptance through to induction.
Working closely with hiring managers and the HR team, you will coordinate onboarding activities, prepare employment contracts, maintain employee records, support recruitment administration, manage the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), and contribute to employee engagement initiatives.
Manage the end-to-end onboarding process for all new employees.
Prepare and issue employment contracts and onboarding documentation.
Coordinate pre-employment checks and onboarding requirements.
Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
Support recruitment administration throughout the hiring process.
Manage and update the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Liaise with hiring managers to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
Coordinate employee inductions and orientation programmes.
Support employee engagement initiatives and HR projects.
Ensure HR records remain compliant with company policies and employment legislation.
Provide general HR administrative support to the wider HR team.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
Previous experience in HR administration, onboarding, or recruitment coordination.
Experience managing or supporting employee onboarding.
Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) or HRIS platforms.
Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
The ability to prioritise multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
A proactive, collaborative, and customer-focused approach.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
The company offers a flexible hybrid working model:
First 2 weeks: 5 days onsite for induction and training.
First 3 months: 4 days onsite each week.
Thereafter: 2 days onsite per week.
€45,000–€50,000 (depending on experience)
10% completion bonus upon successful completion of the contract
Comprehensive health insurance
Performance-related bonus
Pension contribution
CPD funding and professional development
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Wellness initiatives
Digital gym membership
Paid volunteering days
Life assurance
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected employer with a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, development, and inclusion. You’ll become part of a collaborative HR team, gain valuable experience in a growing organisation, and enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and flexible hybrid working.
If you’re an organised HR professional with a passion for creating exceptional employee experiences, we’d love to hear from you.
For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Niamh Brady.
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered for this or other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided. Please submit your updated CV in Word Format.
If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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