Human Resources Generalist (Contract)

11 month contractHybrid, 3 days in DublinRole Overview

We are partnering with a leading multinational employer who are looking for an experienced People Experience (HR) Advisor to join their EMEA team, with primary support for Ireland, the UK, and Germany.

This is a true HR Generalist role, managing the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding, including background checks, compliance, and HR advisory support.

The role requires handling high-volume HR operations while building strong relationships with managers, employees, and stakeholders. Workday experience is highly desirable, and exposure to Scandinavian markets or Norwegian language skills would be a plus (but not essential)

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers across EMEA for HR-related queries.
• Manage the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including onboarding, background checks, offboarding, and HR documentation.
• Maintain accurate HR records and reporting using Workday and case management systems.
• Advise and coach people leaders on policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Partner with internal stakeholders (e.g. Operations Managers, HR Business Partners, Legal, Finance, Payroll) and external vendors to ensure efficient HR service delivery.
• Support HR programs and processes relating to compensation, benefits, and leave management.
• Contribute to projects and initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and employee experience.
• Champion cultural initiatives and drive engagement to sustain a positive workplace culture.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-centric approach.
• High integrity, approachable, and supportive with a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to work independently with ownership and accountability.
• Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and reporting skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Experience & Qualifications

• 2–3 years of direct HR/People Experience in a generalist or advisory role.
• Previous experience working in high-volume HR operations.
• Workday experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Irish employment law desirable; experience in UK/German employment practices an advantage.
• Experience with Scandinavian markets or Norwegian language skills a plus (not required).
• Relevant degree, certification, or equivalent HR experience.