Human Resource Generalist

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We currently have an open position for an HR Generalist to join our team in Loughrea Hotel & Spa .

Location: The Loughrea Hotel & Spa

The Role To manage the Human Resources function ensuring compliance with current legislation and industry best practices while operating within agreed budgets.

The Hotel:
Lough Rea Hotel and Spa is one of the most highly recommended and well-known venues in Galway. Situated just outside the quaint town of Loughrea overlooking Loughrea Lake. Guests can enjoy the Rooftop Garden Bar and Sky Lounge, which boasts panoramic views of Loughrea Lake and the Galway countryside.

The hotels facilities of 91 bedrooms, Shore Island Spa, ample free car parking on site, Lir Bar & Brasserie, Abbey Restaurant, along a large conference suite and 6 breakout rooms catering for conferences up to 500 people.

One of Six properties within the Só Hotel Group, there are significant progression and development opportunities for ambitious and driven hospitality professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the recruitment process, from job posting to candidate selection.
• Conducting interviews and collaborating with department managers to fulfill staffing needs.
• Facilitating the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.
• Providing orientation and necessary training to new employees.
• Implementing and enforcing HR policies to ensure compliance with legal and organizational standards.
• Keeping abreast of employment laws and regulations to make necessary updates to policies.
• Managing employee relations and addressing concerns or conflicts in a fair and timely manner.
• Promoting a positive workplace culture and fostering employee engagement.
• Collaborating with managers to establish and monitor employee performance goals.
• Conducting performance reviews and providing constructive feedback.
• Identifying training needs within the organization and coordinating relevant programs.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records.
• Generating HR reports and analytics as needed.
• Addressing workplace conflicts and mediating resolutions when necessary.
• Promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Ensuring adherence to labor laws and regulations in all HR practices.
• Handling documentation related to disciplinary actions or terminations in compliance with legal requirements.

Experience & Skills:

• Proven experience in a Human Resources role, ideally within the hospitality industry or a similar fast paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience managing the recruitment process, from advertising to onboarding.
• Confident handling employee relations issues and providing sound HR advice to managers.
• Skilled in performance management, training coordination, and policy implementation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships across all levels.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with strong administrative and record-keeping abilities.
• Comfortable working independently across two properties, managing priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems (experience with HR or payroll software is an advantage).

Education & Qualifications:

• A degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• CIPD qualification (or working towards it) is desirable.

Other Requirements:

• A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on creating a positive workplace culture.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Benefits:

The Só Hotel Group is an awarding company to work for. We are very proud of our team and value their commitment to creating positive experiences for our guests and colleagues alike.

In return, we offer an exciting, vibrant, positive and rewarding working environment. Some benefits employees of Só Hotels enjoy are as follows:

• The provision of ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Free car parking
• Career enhancement/progression opportunities
• Group Employee Discount Scheme
• Free Meals on duty
• Complimentary use of The Leisure Club
• Complimentary Coffee
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person