HR Manager
Bantry
About Your New Employer
- A family owned food company based in West Cork
About Your New Role
- Act as the main point of contact for employees, providing HR support and expertise, while recommending and implementing employee-focused HR policies in line with legislation and best practices.
- Ensure consistency of policies across two sites and develop strong business partnerships with managers, ensuring decisions align with the HR framework.
- Coach managers on employee situations and HR practices, while overseeing accurate records of sick leave, medical leave, maternity leave, and other absences.
- Liaise with Accommodation Manager re; new arrivals
- Investigate employee relations issues within company policy timeframes and manage recruitment and onboarding processes, including interviews, contracts, and work visa requirements.
- Track and report employees' working hours, ensuring accurate data is provided to management and partnering with payroll for up-to-date employee information.
- Participate in SMETA Audits (SEDEX MEMBER ETHICAL TRADE ASSOCIATION)
- Manage all employee records related to leave, ensuring a smooth, compliant process throughout their absence.
- Update company handbook
What Skills You Need
- Third Level Degree in Human Resources or related field
- Minimum 5 years experience in a similar role
- Deep understanding of labour laws and regulations
- Experience in the food industry would be a distinct advantage
- Comfortable managing grey areas, excellent negotiation and conflict management skills.
- Excellent communication skills
- Full License and Own Transport essential (you will be expected to travel once a week to Cork City)
What's Next?
For a confidential discussion on this or any other current job opportunity please contact Loren Pey on 021-4847137 / lpey at sigmar.ie
