HR Generalist

Overview

At Cornmarket, we look after the financial wellbeing of public servants and their families. We've been focused on public sector employees for over 50 years, learning how to bring our clients the best financial services – from car, home, health and life insurance, to income protection, retirement planning and beyond.

Role Purpose

The HR Generalist will work closely with the HR Business Partner to provide professional HR Generalist support in line with HR best practice. The person will be responsible for collaborating closely with people managers to support them across the full employee life cycle on aspects such as payroll, performance management, absence management, recruitment, and more. As a key operational member of a small HR team, the HR Generalist must be a proactive and pragmatic influencer, contributing to areas such as Employee Relations, Performance Management, Reward & Benefits Administration, and Talent Acquisition. Exceptional attention to detail and a hands-on approach is essential for success in this role.

This position is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

Accountabilities of the Role

• To comply with risk control and regulatory requirements that are relevant to this role by actively promoting and ensuring compliance amongst the different business areas with respect to Company policies, regulatory, professional and legal requirements. Ensure familiarity with Fitness & Probity and Business Continuity Management requirements.
• Oversee payroll administration in collaboration with the Payroll Manager, ensuring accurate and timely processing with appropriate documentation and approvals.
• Maintain commercial awareness relevant to HR and the broader business context.
• Manage all HR administration accurately, including the day-to-day management of the HR inbox and processing paperwork associated with family leave policies and employee benefit schemes such as Pension, Tax Saver Schemes, Health Insurance etc.
• Work with the HR Business Partner to help support Employee Engagement, Health & Wellbeing and Diversity & Inclusion initiatives.
• Deliver professional HR services across the Cornmarket Group of Companies (Ireland & UK).
• Act as a source of expertise in providing sound & pragmatic advice to line management and employees on HR related queries (e.g. application of HR policies & practices).
• Provide up to date employment law advice to employees and management, supporting managers through performance appraisals, disciplinary and grievances issues, in line with legislation and best practice.
• Manage the probation process, assisting managers with performance reviews and related meetings.
• Build effective working relationships with the business to understand their people challenges.
• Proactively review and propose updates to HR policies and procedures in response to legislative or organisational changes.
• Contribute to HR projects and coordinate company events, including event planning for the annual Summer and Christmas staff events.
• Manage the full Reward cycle including the mid-year and end of year cycle and the annual salary review process under the guidance of the HR Business Partner.
• Support recruitment efforts in collaboration with the Talent Acquisition Specialist and manage the end-to-end recruitment process for particular roles as and when required.
• Oversee the on-boarding process for new hires including the delivery of HR induction presentations.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to service delivery, fostering a culture of accountability and positivity across the business.

What We Can Offer You

• Flexible working from home options as part of our Cornmarket Flex ways of working.
• 21 days of annual leave plus two company days.
• Flexi leave (option to take additional annual leave).
• Attractive & flexible pension contribution rates.
• Health insurance or wellness subsidy.
• Comprehensive health & wellbeing programme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Active Sports & Social Club.
• Discounts on financial products.

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Minimum 2 years' HR Generalist or HR Administration experience.
• Knowledge of risk control & regulatory environment within Financial Services (MCC & Fitness & Probity).
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of existing and emerging employment legislation.
• Previous experience in a HR Generalist role preferred.
• Familiarity with HRIS system desirable.
• Employee relations experience desirable.
• Experience supporting a recruitment process.
• High level of discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to identify and escalate critical issues effectively.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Self-motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.
• Commercial awareness relevant to HR operations.

Behavioural Competencies Required

• Trusted Advisor: Provide professional and commercial insights across all areas and challenge/negotiate effectively with key stakeholders in the delivery of practice and advice. Build trust through consistent delivery of expert HR advice.
• Strategic Partner: Act with a commercial mind-set and sound point of view on the organisation and what can drive continuous improvement. Leads peers in the delivery and attaining of results for own unit and for the wider business.
• Talent Developer: Ensure that the organisation's capabilities are aligned with strategy and are integrated and working effectively and efficiently.
• Innovative Implementer: Translate creative HR strategies into practical business solutions
• Change Catalyst: Lead and support change initiatives at all levels of the organisation.
• Technology Savvy: Leverage technology to enhance HR service delivery and connectivity.
• Leadership: Demonstrate accountability and lead by example within the HR team and across the business.
• Personal Development: Actively seek feedback and development opportunities to grow as a HR Professional, taking ownership of personal and team growth.

Equal Opportunities & Data Privacy Notice

Cornmarket is committed to building an inclusive workplace environment. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, striving to create a welcoming environment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, disability, ethnic background, family status, gender identity or expression, marital status, membership of the Traveller Community, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team. To review our data use practices, visit our Recruitment Data Privacy Notice.

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