Talent Acquisition and HR Coordinator, VAC-11992
Key Information:
📍 Location: Swords, North County Dublin
💼 Position Type: Temporary (3 Months Initially, Potential for Extension or Permanent)
🏢 Work Environment: Office-Based, Monday to Friday
🕛 Hours: 40 Hours per Week (8 Hours per Day + 30-Minute Lunch Break)
🪙 Salary: €20 per Hour (Paid Weekly via Hall Recruitment)
📅 Start Date: Immediate
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised Talent Acquisition and HR Coordinator to provide essential administrative support to the HR team of a well-established specialist retailer and manufacturer in Swords, North County Dublin. This role has been created to help ease the administrative workload, particularly in recruitment-related tasks. You will be responsible for CV screening, job postings, interview coordination, and general HR administration.
This opportunity is ideal for someone with a recruitment background who is looking to transition into a broader HR role. If you have experience in posting job adverts, screening applications, and supporting the recruitment process, this role will allow you to build on those skills within a structured HR environment. The initial contract is for three months, with the possibility of extension or a permanent offer based on performance.
Key Highlights
- Recruitment Support – Post job adverts on platforms like Indeed, Jobs.ie, IrishJobs, and screen CVs for different roles.
- Interview Coordination – Assist in scheduling and conducting interviews as needed.
- HR Administration – Support the HR team with employee lifecycle administration, including onboarding, document processing, and HR record management.
- Policy & Compliance – Assist with updates to HR policies and procedures as required.
- Data & Reporting – Use Excel to track HR metrics such as new hires, turnover rates, and agency spending.
- HR Systems Support – Work with Softworks (HR software) to manage employee records and timekeeping.
- General Admin – Maintain HR files, draft correspondence, and support internal HR communications.
Requirements:
Essential Requirements
✅ HR Administrative Experience – Strong background in HR support tasks, particularly recruitment administration.
✅ Recruitment Expertise – Experience in CV screening, job advert writing, and interview coordination.
✅ Excellent Organisational Skills – Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
✅ Microsoft Office Proficiency – Confident in using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for reporting and documentation.
✅ Attention to Detail – Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
✅ Strong Communication Skills – Ability to liaise professionally with both candidates and internal teams.
Desirable Skills
➕ Softworks HR Software Experience – Familiarity with Softworks or similar HR management systems.
➕ HR Policy & Compliance Knowledge – Understanding of Irish employment laws and HR best practices.
Key Traits
✔️ Reliable & Trustworthy – Someone the HR team can depend on for accuracy and confidentiality.
✔️ Positive & Adaptable – Open to learning and handling change within a fast-growing organisation.
✔️ Professional & Ethical – Represents the HR function professionally and upholds company values.
Terms and Benefits:
- Competitive Hourly Rate (€20/hour) – Paid weekly via Hall Recruitment.
- Potential for a Permanent Role – Performance-based extension or transition to a permanent contract.
- Office-Based Role – Work in a structured and professional HR environment.
- Experience in a Growing Company – Gain insight into HR operations in an expanding organisation.
- Opportunity to Develop in HR – Ideal for someone looking to transition from recruitment to HR.
- Parking available on-site as well as a canteen facilities.
Before You Apply
- You must be available to start immediately.
- This is a full-time, office-based position (Monday–Friday).
- Candidates should have HR administration or recruitment experience.
- Applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland.
How to Apply
To apply, submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Why Work Here?
This role offers hands-on HR experience in a growing company with a strong work culture. It’s an excellent stepping stone for someone looking to move from recruitment into HR, providing exposure to HR processes, compliance, and policy work. If you are an organised and proactive HR professional, this could be the perfect role for you!
