Human Resources Generalist

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Contract type/duration: Specified Purpose Contract (Maternity Leave Cover)

Closing date for applications: 8th June 2025

About the post:

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious HR Generalist to join a high-performing HR Partnering team within a fast-paced, dynamic university environment. This role is going to work alongside and be a member of the HR Partner team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting RCSI's HR Partners supporting the daily operations of this team.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide support to the HR Partner team in service of RCSI's employees and line managers. In addition to working closely with the HR Partner team, the role-holder will work closely and collaborate with each of the HR centres of expertise (Management Information, Learning and Development, Organisation change, Recruitment and Operations).
• Support annual employee development processes in partnership with HR Partners e.g. Academic and Honorary Promotions, Professional Development Planning (PDP), Policy Reviews.
• Professional Development Planning (PDP): Responsible for addressing employee system-related issues, monitoring completion rates for objective setting and end year reviews, updating and maintaining the system, and providing updates to the broader HR Partner team and the HR Director.
• Supporting planning for and participate in recruitment campaigns as required across the university in partnership with HR Partners, managers and the recruitment teams.
• Support HR's EDI agenda, representing HR on EDI for and supporting the coordination HR commitments as laid out in departmental and intuitional plans relating to gender equality (Athena Swan), Race Equality and Ending Sexual Violence and promoting consent (ESP) Race Equality, VisABILITY Forum, action plans.
• As required, support the completion of internal processes and documentation relevant to all aspects of the employee lifecycle, in partnership with the HR Operations team e.g. new contract requests, salary amendments etc.
• Support employee relations work including participating in cases and HR investigations as required
• As required, act as a point of contact for employees on people related issues as they emerge working with HR Partners.
• Support existing and emerging HR Projects in partnership with HR Partners and wider HR Team.
• Lead the Management Accountability Project by collecting data and presenting a comprehensive analysis to HR Partners and the HR Director.
• Perform such other duties as required from time to time to support the HR function and the university's broader strategic goals.
• Representing the best interests of the Department and RCSI at all times
• Undergoing programmes of training and development as may be required from time to time.

Knowledge & Experience – (Essential):

• Level 8 degree (essential), bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferable)
• Proven experience in an HR role with a strong track record of success.
• Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures
• Good knowledge of Irish employment laws and HR best practices
• Exceptional proficiency with the MS Office suite; familiarity with HRIS systems is a bonus.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with proven experience handling people-related issues effectively
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational skills, and exceptional attention to detail.

We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do submit an application — we'd love to hear from you.

Application Process

Please apply online through the RCSI careers portal on the closing date with your CV and cover letter.

Informal Enquiries:

Informal enquiries are invited in the first instance through Rebecca O'Brien, Lead Recruitment Partner (rebeccaobrien@rcsi.ie), Human Resources Department. All applications for this post must be made through the career's webpage www.rcsi/careers. Rebecca can arrange for relevant queries on the academic aspects of the role to be addressed by the hiring manager. Please note we do not accept CVs directly.

Employee Benefits

At RCSI, we help care for our people so they can focus on our mission to Educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health. RCSI truly goes above and beyond to support its employees, ensuring they have everything they need to thrive both personally and professionally. Here's a glimpse of the fantastic benefit available:

Health and Wellbeing:

• Our Inspire Programme promotes the importance of taking care of both our general health and mental health. Inspire manages the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offered through SpectrumLife. Past events held by Inspire have included, workshops on mindfulness practices, yoga, nutritional advice, financial advice on mortgages, pensions & health insurance from leading experts, fitness challenges, baking competitions, weight loss programmes, annual flu vaccination campaign and many more.

• You can also enjoy access to an onsite gym for just €10 per month.

• Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is crucial for fostering employee well-being, productivity, and overall satisfaction. At RCSI, we offer flexible working arrangements, study leave, and career breaks. In addition to 20 days of annual leave, employees receive an extra 6.5 days of university privilege days, which occur annually around the Christmas and Easter breaks.

Family Benefits:

• RCSI offers enhanced family leave to our working parents with fully paid Maternity, Adoptive, Paternity and Surrogacy Leave. We also offer the first two weeks of Parents leave fully paid for, as well as the option to take Parental Leave until your child is 18 years old. We provide access to Platform 55, a new Parents Platform to support staff before, during, and after becoming a parent. We also offer flexible working, discounted Giraffe crèche services of up to 20% and a Parents and Carers' Network.

• Benefit from automatic enrolment in a pension scheme with Willis Towers Watson with the employer contributions increasing with your length of service, Death in Service of up to 4 times your salary, long-term illness and disability income replacement, and free advice on health, motor, and home insurance.

Discounted Services:

• Avail of discounted GP services, Taxsaver commuter tickets, the BiketoWork scheme, free eye tests at the National Optometry Centre, and discounted parking at St. Stephen's Green/RCSI car park.

Recognition:

• At RCSI, we value and recognise the contributions of our staff through various awards and events, such as Long Service recognition, the Vice Chancellor Staff Awards, and through Research Day.

Professional Growth:

• RCSI's Staff Learning and Development is committed to providing colleagues with opportunities and support to help them reach their full potential and thrive at work. Offerings include a comprehensive programme of staff training, management and leadership development, mentoring, coaching and funding support for further study.

Staff Networks:

• Additionally, we support a range of staff networks, including the Women's Network, Postdoctoral Staff Network, Parents & Carers' Network, Project Manager's Network, LGBTI+ Network, Age Friendly Network etc. These networks help RCSI to foster a sense of community and inclusivity.

Sports and Social Club:

• Engage in a variety of activities such as Yoga, Pilates and a variety of different Fitness classes. Enjoy social evenings, Book Clubs, Summer BBQs and one-off events like the Taste of Dublin, Bloom, Dublin Horse Show and Dublin Zoo. We also have a variety of discount tickets for shows and events through the year.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typeTemporary

Job function

• Job functionAdministrative and Human Resources
• IndustriesHigher Education

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