Temporary HR Officer

A leading public sector organisation is currently seeking an experienced Temporary HR Officer to join their team on an interim assignment for approximately 3 months.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to provide operational HR support within a busy public sector environment.

Reporting to the HR Manager, the Temporary HR Officer will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the organisation’s HR function. The successful candidate will provide day-to-day HR support, assist with recruitment activities, manage payroll processes, and ensure the delivery of an efficient, compliant, and customer-focused HR service.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Officer to join a respected public sector organisation and make an immediate impact.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary: €40,000 – €60,000
• Location: Dublin 2
• Contract: 3-month temporary contract
• Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Responsibilities of Role:

• Provide day-to-day HR operational support across the organisation.
• Support the recruitment process, including job advertising, candidate management, interview coordination, and onboarding activities.
• Manage employee records, HR systems, and HR databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Support payroll processes, ensuring employee information is processed accurately and within required deadlines.
• Assist with employee lifecycle administration, including starters, leavers, contract changes, and employee documentation.
• Respond to employee and manager queries on HR policies, procedures, and general HR matters.
• Support the administration of public sector employee entitlements, including leave and benefits.
• Assist with HR reporting, data management, and the preparation of HR metrics.
• Ensure HR processes are compliant with Irish employment legislation and organisational policies.
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements for Role:

• Must be available immediately to start the contract role.
• Previous experience working in an HR Officer or similar HR operations role.
• Strong experience supporting recruitment processes and payroll administration.
• Public sector experience is a distinct advantage.
• Good knowledge of Irish employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a busy HR environment.

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.
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