HR & Payroll Generalist

Our client is seeking an HR Generalist to provide day‑to‑day HR partnership and operational support for our Corporate functions based in Swords, Dublin. Supporting a population of approximately 90 employees in a stand-alone HR role, this position plays an important part in ensuring consistent, high‑quality HR service delivery across the full employee lifecycle.

A key responsibility of this role is the coordination and oversight of three-monthly payroll cycles, delivered by our outsourced payroll provider, ADP. The ideal candidate will bring a strong commitment to accuracy and process excellence, alongside an ability to work collaboratively in a matrix environment with multiple stakeholders. You will also serve as a member of the Swords site leadership team, contributing to and influencing the local people agenda in partnership with cross‑functional leaders.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.

• Experience in an HR Generalist role, ideally within a multinational or matrixed environment.
• Strong understanding of Irish employment legislation.
• Proven experience coordinating payroll with outsourced providers (ADP experience and IPASS certification is an advantage).
• Ability to influence leaders and guide decision making through clear, practical HR insights.
• Comfortable working in a standalone HR capacity, demonstrating sound judgment, independence, and confidence in navigating day to day HR matters.
• High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and confident working with data and systems.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.

You will be the operational lead for payroll delivery for the salaried employees in Ireland (approx. 320 employees).

• Coordinate end‑to‑end payroll activities across three monthly cycles in partnership with ADP.
• Prepare, validate, and reconcile payroll inputs including hiring changes, terminations, compensation updates, and leave information.
• Review payroll reports for accuracy and ensure timely approvals.
• Manage the day‑to‑day relationship with ADP, ensuring reliable service delivery and effective issue resolution.
• Partner with Finance and HR colleagues to ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and audit readiness.

You will help employees and leaders navigate people processes and policies with confidence and clarity.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for HR policy, process, and systems queries.
• Provide guidance on performance, attendance, and employee relations matters, escalating appropriately.
• Foster trusted, collaborative relationships that strengthen the employee experience.

You will help ensure a positive and consistent experience for candidates and new employees.

• Support full‑cycle recruitment for employees onsite.
• Coordinate interview logistics, offer activities, and onboarding processes to create a seamless transition for new hires.
• Contribute to key people processes such as onboarding, performance cycles, and engagement activities.