221 Hr Operations jobs in Ireland

Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland's leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs.

Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare

• Company Pension
• Comprehensive Induction process
• Continuous Professional Development
• Fantastic development & career opportunities
• Life Assurance/Death-in-Service
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Bike to work Scheme.
• Refer/Retain a friend bonus.
• Discounts with Retailers - Nationwide

The HR Operations Manager is the operational lead for the HR function, responsible for ensuring the effective day-to-day running of HR services and delivery of the People Strategy. Acting as the HR Director's key support and deputy for operational matters, the postholder ensures compliance, drives data-led insights, and delivers high-quality HR services across the organisation. The role combines hands-on operational oversight with strategic input, ensuring HR action plans, service excellence, and compliance standards are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Compliance

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the HR function, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and service quality.
• Act as the HR Director's delegate for operational HR matters, supporting decision-making and ensuring continuity of leadership.
• Monitor HR compliance indicators and oversee adherence to employment law, regulatory requirements, and internal standards.
• Ensure quality assurance processes are robust and drive continuous improvement across HR operations.

Data, Analytics & Action Planning

• Lead on HR data and analytics, providing accurate reporting and insights to the HR Director and senior leadership.
• Oversee the delivery and monitoring of HR action plans, ensuring accountability and measurable outcomes.
• Identify workforce trends and risks, using data to inform operational and strategic planning.

People Strategy & Planning

• Support the HR Director in translating strategic goals into operational priorities for the HR function.
• Drive the implementation of the People Strategy across HR operations, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Provide operational and tactical input to HR planning and projects.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Line manage the HR Business Partner and L&D Manager, ensuring clarity of objectives, accountability, and professional development.
• Guide and support HR team members in delivering service excellence and best practice.
• Collaborate with peers in Recruitment, Retention, and Engagement to ensure integration of HR activities across the People function.

Customer Service & Business Partnering

• Champion a responsive, professional, and solution-focused HR service for managers and employees.
• Build effective working relationships with leaders and stakeholders, positioning HR as a trusted partner.
• Promote a culture of service excellence, employee experience, and continuous improvement.

Critical & Strategic Tasks

• Anticipate and manage critical HR issues, escalating as necessary to the HR Director.
• Act as deputy to the HR Director in their absence for operational HR matters.
• Support organisational change initiatives, ensuring HR plays a proactive and enabling role.
• Drive initiatives that enhance HR service delivery, compliance, and alignment with business needs.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Degree in HR Management, Business, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' HR management experience, including day-to-day operational leadership.
• Strong knowledge of Irish employment law, HR compliance, and HR best practice.
• Experience using HR data and analytics to inform decisions.
• Proven leadership experience, including line management of HR professionals.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable:

• CIPD qualification (or working towards).
• Experience within healthcare, social care, or regulated environments.
• Experience deputising for senior HR leaders.
• Project management and change management expertise.

Key Competencies

• Operational Leadership: Ensures smooth day-to-day running of HR services.
• Deputy Leadership: Acts confidently and reliably as the operational number two to the HR Director.
• Service Excellence: Drives consistent, customer-focused HR delivery.
• Analytical Insight: Leverages HR data to improve decision-making.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with peers and senior stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Manages competing priorities and operational challenges.
• Integrity: Models professionalism, confidentiality, and fairness.

About us

We, FMC Agricultural Solutions, provide innovative crop protection solutions to growers around the world. Thanks to the commitment of our over 5,000 employees, we are one of the six largest crop protection manufacturers in the world.

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The HR Operations Specialist will be managing the full employee life cycle, becoming the main point of contact for all HR queries. You will work closely with a diverse and experienced team, collaborating daily with other departments. The position also offers the opportunity to join other global projects.

This hands-on role serves as the first line of contact for addressing and resolving customer issues across various geographies and client groups, often in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities may include daily execution of responding to customer support queries and transactions through all intake channels, record management, action item tracking, basic report provision and managing escalated issues/requests. This role entails leveraging knowledge resources and materials to execute work, offering ideas and creating new content for solutions that can enable manager and employee self-service.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end process for the employee experience "hire to retire" using resources such as Ask HR, policy manuals, knowledge management system, and other reference materials.
• Identify and rectify critical transaction issues with utmost accuracy, accountability, and reliability including escalation to Regional Lead or external partners promptly.
• Document all inquiries and issues using the case management tool.
• Deliver services in compliance with agreed controls, procedures, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Identify frequent or unusual customer issues and collaborate with regional leads to propose improvements in process, procedure, or training.
• Participate in opportunities for continuous improvement by proposing ways to enhance processes and technologies.
• Alert the relevant team member when updates to the Knowledge Management System (KMS) are required.
• Uphold the highest level of accountability and confidentiality regarding corporate and personal data.
• Engage in additional responsibilities as required to support the business and HR function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. OR equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of work experience in a similar role.
• Workday experience, highly desirable.
• Fluent in English and two of the following languages: Turkish, Italian, Spanish, French, German and Danish.
• Demonstrates self-motivation, excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; able to present ideas and information clearly and concisely.
• Possesses a high learning agility, able to upskill and be trained on functional and technical aspects of HR processes & technology including core HR systems that support the hire-to-retire employee lifecycle, case, and knowledge management systems.
• Adapts communication style to various customer groups; is detailed-oriented, actively understands and effectively listens effectively to customer concerns to provide relevant solutions.
• Strong team player – works well with others, collaborates on problem-solving and fosters an environment for open dialogue and information sharing within the team.
• Proficient in MS Office, oral & written communication, and time management.
• Takes initiative, makes critical decisions, and accepts responsibility.
• Flexible in responding to unexpected situations promptly

If you are convinced that you can make a difference in this position and share our commitment to diversity, collaboration, and quality, we look forward to receiving your application.

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for operational excellence? This is an exciting opportunity to lead and optimise HR operations within a dynamic professional services environment.

As
HR Operations Lead
, you will oversee the day-to-day delivery of HR services, driving process improvement, compliance and employee experience. Reporting to the Head of HR, you will provide strong leadership to the HR Operations function, manage a small team and ensure the highest standards of service across all aspects of the employee lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage HR operations, ensuring efficient and compliant processes.
• Provide advice and support on a broad range of HR and employee matters.
• Manage the HR inbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding and probation processes.
• Maintain and update HR policies and procedures.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual HR reporting for senior leadership.
• Lead the administration of leave, performance management and reward processes.
• Analyse exit interview data and provide insights on employee engagement and retention.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation while delivering a high-quality HR service.
• Drive continuous improvement and explore technology solutions to enhance workflows.
• Coach, support and develop junior team members, fostering growth and career progression.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on HR projects and initiatives.

About You

• Degree in HR, Business, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' HR Operations management experience, with proven leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practice, employment law and compliance.
• Experience in professional services or a similar fast-paced environment is advantageous.
• Skilled in process improvement, HR systems, Excel and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Strong communicator with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.

This is a fantastic opportunity within a collaborative and high-performing environment. You'll have the scope to shape processes and make a real impact on organisational effectiveness.

PLAY, GROW and WIN
To be a part of Virtuos means to be a creator.

At Virtuos, we harness the latest technologies to make games better and more immersive than ever before. That is why we pride ourselves in constantly pushing the boundaries of possibility since our founding in 2004.

Virtuosi is a team of experts – people who have come together to share their mutual passion for making and playing games. People with the same enthusiasm for exploring new ideas and the constant drive to excel in their field. People who believe in earning success through dedication.

At Virtuos, we are at the forefront of gaming, creating exciting new experiences daily. Join us to Play, Grow and Win – together.

About The Position
We are seeking an
HR & Operations Administrator
to be part of our video game studio's growth and development. We are looking for a people person with a focus on meeting goals, making continuous improvements, developing and implementing processes and providing support to all levels of the studio's structure.

Reporting to the HR Director, the ideal candidate will have a good understanding of HR, talent acquisition, office administration and events. The role will support with creating and implementing new initiatives, projects and benefits as we continue to grow while providing operational excellence with day-to-day responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Act as the point of contact for employee support and wellbeing by answering day to day HR, recruitment and office related queries and providing assistance regarding any issues an employee may have.
• Champion our local Corporate Social Responsibility commitments by organising and executing initiatives and activities relating the Education, Diversity & Inclusion and the Environment.
• Facilitate smooth employee onboarding/offboarding by providing in-depth support and guidance.
• Assist in updating and implementing organisational policies to ensure compliance and consistent best practice.
• Assist in facilitation of Performance Management processes regarding probation, promotions, underperformance, PIPs, PDPs to support employees and Senior Management in achieving optimum results.
• Maintain employee records/HR system to ensure high levels of data integrity, security and functionality.
• Assist with international mobility for new and existing employees regarding logistics, government regulations (e.g. Employment Permits) and general support.
• Attract candidates using a mix of sourcing techniques, including LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, and direct outreach.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines to support future growth of the studio.
• Manage and support recruitment activities including posting vacancies, scheduling interviews, and liaising with candidates.
• Strengthen our employer brand by providing an exceptional end-to-end candidate experience, as well as assisting with ongoing holistic employer branding efforts such as attending events, posting on social media, etc.
• Prepare notifications for employees regarding company updates, future plans and reminders of ongoing activities as part of our ethos of open/transparent communication.
• Look after office facilities and supplies to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment.
• Assist with the processing of bookings and invoices.
• Organise exciting events focused on employee engagement, team building and morale.
• Other ad-hoc duties as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business, Finance or a related field.
• Additional qualifications are an advantage but not required e.g. CIPD, Payroll, Employment Law, Immigration, CSR/D&I, Event Management etc.
• At least 2 years of experience in Human Resources/Talent Acquisition administration.
• Experience with growing and developing organisations.
• Working knowledge of HR/TA components e.g. employee compensation, benefits, organisational structure, employee relations, CSR, diversity & inclusion, performance management, compliance, people data analytics, end to end recruitment.
• Experience working with HR/ATS/Finance systems.
• Collaborative work ethic.
• Strong and clear communicator – fluent written and spoken English is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Interest in gaming

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary.
• Bonus Plans.
• Company Healthcare Plan – from day one
• Occupational Pension Scheme – including employer contribution.
• Additional & Enhanced Leave.
• Training and Skill Development Opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements – healthy work-life balance.
• Taxsaver Options.
• Exciting Events - Corporate networking, socialisation, entertainment/leisure outings, charity events and participation in community engagement projects.

About Us
Founded in 2004, Virtuos is one of the largest independent video game development companies. We are headquartered in Singapore with over 4,200 employees across 25 offices in Asia, Europe, and North America. Specializing in full-cycle game development and art production, we have delivered high- quality content for more than 1,500 console, PC, and mobile games. Our clients include 23 of the top 25 gaming companies worldwide.

About Our Team
Black Shamrock was founded in 2016 and acquired by the Virtuos Group in 2017. The studio is Ireland's largest PC and console game development studio and provides unique opportunities to work on multiple AAA titles. Our people are as diverse, exciting, creative, and dynamic as the projects that we work on. Black Shamrock is a place for talent to flourish and lifelong industry connections to begin.

Our in-house and full-service capabilities include narrative, game, sound and level design, animation, art, rigging, engineering, and graphics, to name a few areas our skilled team members work on. At Black Shamrock, we take pride in helping put Dublin on the world map as the birthplace of award-winning AAA games.

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AuxiliaGroup Recruitment are currently recruiting for HR Operations Support on behalf of our client, an established company within the fmcg sector. This is a 6 month contract position based in Co. Tipperary. This role will offer a hybrid working model.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the HR Operations Manager in delivering HR services nationwide.
• Administer HR processes including contracts, HRIS updates, payroll input, and compliance checks.
• Act as first point of contact for employee queries, escalating complex issues where necessary.
• Assist with employee relations (absence, probation, policy queries).
• Provide HR data reporting and support audits.
• Contribute to HR projects and process improvements during rapid business growth.

About You

• 3+ years' HR operations / HR generalist experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment (FMCG, retail, logistics, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of HR processes and working understanding of Irish employment law.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to hit the ground running.
• Confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Energetic, can-do attitude

Cork, Ireland

Job ID JR

Category HR Operations, Human Resources

Post Date Sep. 17, 2025

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.

The HR International team provides HR Shared Services for the employee populations in McKesson's International locations across Ireland, UK, India, Germany, Malta, China & Malaysia, and supports the wider HR function including HR Business Partners and HR COE's to ensure successfully delivery on McKesson strategic business priorities.

The HR International team strives to continuously evolve its service delivery model, constantly seeking opportunities for automation and enhanced employee experience.

We are seeking a HR Operations Specialist who can support core HR Shared Service delivery while successfully navigating a complex, challenging and demanding multi-country employee base.

Purpose of job:

The HR Operations Specialist, will be a member of the HR Operations International team, providing value to our businesses by offering centralised support that provides proactive, accurate and timely support for all employee life cycle HR related processes and transactions.

Key responsibilities of this role include:

• Manage HR support channel to provide operational HR support to employees, People Leaders, HR Business Partners, and other key stakeholders. Triage, troubleshoot and escalate queries as required.
• System Administrator for all HR Systems; Time Management System (ADP), HRIS (Workday), SharePoint, relevant third-party vendor portals.
• Management and execution of all on-boarding and off-boarding activities including pre-hire compliance checks, employment documentation and Induction.
• Preparation of monthly payroll input, ensure all changes and updates are communicated to Payroll for processing on a timely and accurate basis.
• Benefit operations including enrolment and administration, liaise with third party providers as appropriate
• Manage tracking systems to ensure ongoing legal and regulatory compliance including right to work, contract end dates, record retention requirements
• Manage and execute on HR programs as necessary e.g. Annual Leave Purchase, Educational Assistance, Cycle to Work
• HR Admin support
• Participate in projects and initiatives as required
• Support system testing as required
• Provide accurate reporting as required
• HR related invoice processing
• All other tasks and activities as assigned

Job holder requirements:

• To be successful in this role candidates will need to be extremely detail oriented, be trusted to maintain a high degree of confidentiality, have superior organisational and time management skills and be able to juggle multiple tasks, while meeting strict deadlines.
• Candidates should have a strong bias for seeking continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A team player
• A capable professional

Required / Basic Qualifications:

• 3+yrs experience in HR, preferably with experience in multiple countries that include Ireland, the UK, and India
• Comprehensive experience with a variety of HR Systems, including Time & Attendance systems.
• Knowledge of Payroll and Benefits and associated procedures, preferably with experience in multiple countries that include Ireland, the UK, and India
• Knowledge of employment legal and regulatory environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Workday preferred.
• Fluency in French

At McKesson, we care about the well-being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That's why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to supportphysical, mental, and financial well-being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse employee population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves.

As part of Total Rewards, we are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations.In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

€49,100 - €81,800

Senior HR Operations Manager

Location:
Ireland |
Reports to:
Senior Leadership

Delighted to be supporting our client, a leading asset management firm, in their search for an experienced and strategic HR leader to act as the HR Operations and Transformation Lead for their Irish operation.

This high-impact role is responsible for the end-to-end administration of the HR function, shaping the Target Operating Model (TOM) and implementing innovative technology-enabled HR solutions to support workforce growth. The position combines operational excellence, transformation leadership and people strategy, reporting directly to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of the HR Target Operating Model (TOM) integrating processes, data and systems
• Drive transformation and change across all HR components using emerging technologies to enhance efficiency and employee experience
• Oversee HR systems and data management including payroll, compensation, benefits and HR analytics
• Develop and manage HR operational processes for employment contracts, regulatory compliance and other documentation
• Ensure HR operations run accurately, efficiently and in compliance
• Manage office general services from an administrative and HR perspective
• Partner with business leaders to provide insights from HR analytics for workforce planning and strategy
• Support workforce growth and change management initiatives
• Ensure HR practices align with organisational goals, regulatory requirements and industry best practice

What You'll Bring

• 12+ years' experience in HR with a focus on operations, transformation and HR systems
• Strong knowledge of HR operating models, HR tech systems, payroll, compensation/benefits and HR analytics
• Strategic mindset with an operational and process-focused approach
• Proven experience in HR transformation and scaling HR functions
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Tech-savvy and focused on optimising processes with HR technology
• Strong operational mindset with attention to order, structure and detail
• Effective communicator and influencer able to partner with senior leaders

Role Impact

Lead and optimise the HR function for the Irish operation. Drive operational excellence, manage HR transformation initiatives and deliver technology-enabled solutions to support workforce growth. Influence the employee experience, provide data-driven insights to senior leaders and help shape the long-term strategic direction of HR.

If you have the skills and experience required, we'd be delighted to hear from you. Reach out for a confidential chat or apply via the link.

Senior HR Operations Specialist - Global

Our client is a highly innovative and dynamic mid-sized financial organization currently experiencing significant growth and has partnered with Re:work to hire a Senior HR Operations Specialist - Global. This is a multi-agency assignment.

Role Summary

This hands-on HR operations role provides the opportunity to drive global HR initiatives and streamline operational processes across multiple countries. You'll be at the centre of implementing a new HRIS system across multiple countries whilst managing day-to-day HR operations for a global workforce. This is an opportunity to shape processes, drive efficiency, and directly support employees through every stage of their lifecycle in a fast-growing business
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This role suits an experienced HR operations professional who is systems-focused, detail-oriented, and energised by managing competing priorities during periods of significant change.

About the Company & HR Department

Our client is a well-established global organisation and following recent growth and expansion, they're investing heavily in HR infrastructure, including consolidating multiple systems into one integrated HRIS platform.

The HR Operations team works closely with the broader HR function to deliver seamless service. It's a small, agile team where everyone supports each other across projects whilst taking ownership of their core operational areas.

What You'll Be Doing

• Play a key role in a global HR systems transformation project currently underway
• Consolidate multiple HR platforms (performance management, leave requests, employee records) into one integrated system
• Drive stakeholder engagement and change management to ensure smooth system adoption across the global business
• Manage day-to-day HR operations including processing employee queries via the HR inbox
• Support employees through key life stages including maternity, paternity, visa applications, and global mobility processes
• Prepare accurate monthly payroll inputs working closely with internal payroll specialists
• Maintain employee records and data accuracy across all systems and jurisdictions
• Identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements to enhance HR service delivery
• Support the completion of quarterly and annual surveys
• Handle complex employee queries relating to leave types, benefits, and HR policies across different countries

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years HR operations or operationally-focused HR generalist experience
• Hands-on HRIS implementation experience, ideally across multiple countries or jurisdictions
• Comfortable working with ambiguity, managing last-minute changes, and adapting quickly during transformation
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when managing employee data, records, and payroll inputs
• Experience supporting payroll processes is highly desirable
• Ideally from financial services, large-scale organisations, or similar structured environments (not Big Tech)
• Systems-minded with the ability to see the big picture whilst managing operational detail

What's On Offer

• Salary:
  €55,000-€60,000, with some flexibility for exceptional candidates with extensive HR Operations experience gained within a global setting.
• Location: Dublin 2
• Contract: Permanent, full-time position
• Pension & healthcare
• Bonus Opportunity
• Onsite gym

How They Work

This role requires full-time onsite presence during the probationary period. Following successful completion of probation, the position moves to a hybrid model: three days per week onsite with flexibility to work from home two days. The team operates collaboratively, with in-person time focused on complex projects and key stakeholder meetings.

Please ensure your CV is updated before applying. Due to the high volume of applications, we're unable to accept submissions via email or LinkedIn messages.

Would you like a global role where your experience in HR operations can make a real impact? We're working on a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking HR team that is evolving its people strategy to support a fast-growing international business.

Within this
Senior Global HR Operations
position, you'll be at the heart of delivering an exceptional employee experience across a worldwide network. You'll partner with senior HR leaders to drive process improvements, lead technology transformation projects and provide trusted operational support to employees and managers globally.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead on HR technology initiatives, including a major HRIS upgrade, while exploring new ways to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers, supporting the full employee lifecycle.
• Drive process improvements, identifying smarter ways of working and embedding solutions into the business.
• Play a key role in global HR projects and change programmes, ensuring successful planning, delivery and stakeholder engagement.
• Support payroll processes, global mobility and visa applications.
• Provide accurate HR data, insights and reporting to support decision-making.

What we're looking for:

• 3+ years' HR experience in a generalist or operations-focused role.
• Strong HR systems knowledge (experience with HRIS an advantage).
• Exceptional organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels.
• A proactive, adaptable mindset with a passion for driving positive change.

This role offers the opportunity to gain international exposure, take ownership of impactful projects and grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment.

If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and where your ideas and experience will shape the future of HR operations, then this is the perfect next step in your career.