HR Graduate Opportunities 2025

EirGrid HR Graduate Opportunities 2025

At EirGrid Group, we develop, operate, and enhance the electricity grid and market across Ireland. As we lead the transition to a low-carbon future, we depend on the talent, energy, and commitment of our people to deliver a resilient and sustainable power system. Our People & Capability Office team plays a critical role in supporting this mission by building a high-performing, inclusive, and engaged organisation.

Our two-year rotational programme is designed to provide recent graduates with broad exposure across the People & Capability Office. During the programme, you will rotate through key areas of HR including Talent Acquisition, People Operations, Learning & Development and Internal Engagements/Organisational Development, gaining valuable experience, mentorship, and insight into how HR enables our business to succeed.

Across your three rotations, you will:

• Talent Acquisition
  • Support the end-to-end recruitment process, including coordination of interviews, psychometric assessments, and university outreach.
  • Assist with screening applications for graduate, intern, and early talent programmes.
  • Help manage our candidate engagement, ensuring a positive experience throughout the hiring journey.
• People Operations
  • Support HR systems and processes including onboarding, data management, and employee lifecycle administration (starters, movers, leavers).
  • Contribute to process improvements and data accuracy across all HR touchpoints.
  • Assist in maintaining and auditing personnel records and documentation.
• Internal Engagement / Organisational Development
  • Support the planning and delivery of employee engagement initiatives and events.
  • Assist with diversity, equity, and inclusion programmes, including data reporting and internal communications.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of our internal communications channels and engagement strategy.
• Learning & Development
  • Respond to employee queries in the learning mailbox
  • Manage users on the EirGrid learning portal
  • Create events on the EirGrid learning portal
  • Maintain up-to-date trackers relating to education support applications
  • Support coordination of learning events
  • Support the learning team in delivering new learning initiatives and programmes
  What You'll Gain
  • A structured two-year programme with three rotations across the People & Capability Office.
  • A dedicated mentor and buddy to support your development.
  • Permanent role upon successful completion of the programme.
  • Exposure to high-impact work in a fast-paced, innovative organisation.
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning, educational assistance, and diversity networks.
  • Participation in regular networking, engagement events, and development workshops with fellow graduates and interns.

You will be offered a competitive salary and benefits. These benefits include:

• Annual performance related bonus
• Complimentary restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and barista coffee.
• Educational assistance for continuous learning relevant to your role and access to LinkedIn learning.
• Flexible working with up to 3 days a week from home.
• Opportunity to work from abroad for a certain number of days each year.
• Annual leave of 25 days per annum and 2 company days.
• Technology such as a work laptop and iPhone.
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives and the opportunity to be part of our networks to make an impact on our workplace.
• Structured rotations to give you the opportunity to work across key parts of our business.
• Early finish on Fridays before summer Bank Holiday weekends.
• Support for your wellbeing with our employee assistance program.
• And more

• A Level 8 degree or higher (2:1 minimum, expected or attained) in HR, Business, Psychology, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine interest in HR and the energy sector.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• A team player with a strong sense of accountability and initiative.
• Available to start in 2025

Applications (CV with cover letter) should include the following information:

• A full breakdown of results per subject/per year of study
• Details of projects undertaken during studies to date
• An outline of how you anticipate using your skills within a HR Function
• An outline of why you would like to join EirGrid

Closing date for applications
19th September 2025

We\'re dedicated to diversity and inclusion at Eirgrid. We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and the importance of a supportive culture for all our people to achieve their potential. Our diversity and inclusion networks have been designed to create an inclusive culture that enables our people to feel a sense of belonging at work.

As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process