Overview of the HR Specialist role

We are seeking a dynamic and resourceful HR Specialist to join our HR Department in our HQ in Cork. This individual will play a pivotal role in the talent acquisition process, supporting recruitment efforts across Ireland, the UK, Europe and the USA. Additionally, they will assist with various HR tasks, providing critical support to the HR Manager and senior management where needed.

 

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full recruitment cycle, including posting job advertisements, screening applications, conducting initial interviews and coordinating with department heads for final stages.
• Act as the SME for HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate interviews, both virtual and in-person, for candidates across multiple regions (Ireland, UK, Europe and USA).
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a seamless experience for new and departing employees.
• Assist in maintaining employee records, HR systems and ensuring compliance with regional HR regulations.
• Provide support to the HR Manager and senior management, such as preparing reports, forecasting issues and preparing business cases.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand talent needs and timelines.
• Handle HR-related queries in a timely and efficient manner.

Key Requirements:

• A degree or strong background in Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, or related fields.
• Experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Enthusiasm for working with people and fostering positive relationships.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and work in an agile environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to tasks.
• Knowledge of HR practices across multiple regions is a plus.
• Cybersecurity experience is an advantage but not required.
• CIPD qualification desirable.

Benefits:

• 20 days annual leave with increases upon tenure.
• Health insurance.
• Pension.

 

Diversity & Inclusion Mission Statement

At Smarttech247, our mission is to keep our customers secure. Cybersecurity is a complex industry, therefore, in order to tackle its challenges and continue to innovate, we believe that a diverse workforce contributes to greater collective intelligence and ultimately, makes a stronger team – qualities that are needed in our fight against cybercrime.

Smarttech247 is proud to be committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.