Human Resources Generalist (Ire)

Who we are

At Origina, we are on a mission to change the software world.

We are the leading global independent software maintenance vendor for IBM, HCL, and VMware that Gartner™ consistently recognises as a forward-thinking alternative to traditional software mega vendors.

At Origina, our values of Trust, Fairness, Relationships, and Opportunities are the pillars of our competitive strength and the foundation of our culture. These principles reflect our beliefs about what is most important and guide us on our exciting and unwavering high-growth journey.

We believe in freedom of choice in the world of software and are a leader in the Right to Repair movement, both in the U.S and in Europe. As strategic partners, we help our customers protect the security and stability of their software, extend its longevity and lifecycle, and enhance its performance and functionality.

At Origina, we are proud of our unique and engaging culture. For two years running, we have been certified and recognised as a Great Place to Work™ for both our home office in Dublin and in our American headquarters in Plano, Texas. We have also been named as one of Ireland's best small workplaces and best workplaces in tech.

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Key Responsibilities

As our HR Generalist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the employee experience across our global workforce, with a focus on operational excellence and trusted support. Reporting to the HR Business Partner and working closely with the wider People & Culture team, this role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.

This is a hands-on and people-facing position based in our Dublin office, providing day-to-day HR support and guidance to managers and employees across Ireland, the US, EMEA, and APAC. You’ll manage and continuously improve core people processes, lead recruitment efforts, champion our values, and act as a sounding board for employee concerns and business opportunities alike.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR generalist to grow in scope and influence within a dynamic, scaling business.

Key Competencies & Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes in partnership with the HRBP, ensuring a seamless and high-quality candidate experience.
• Apply recruitment best practices, interview techniques, employer branding, and innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent.
• Own and continuously improve recruitment assets and systems: job descriptions, ATS workflows, templates, and candidate data hygiene.
• Partner with hiring managers to ensure clarity of role requirements and consistency of approach.

Employee Experience & Engagement

• Be a go-to HR presence in the Dublin office, fostering a positive, high-trust environment for all employees.
• Support key moments in the employee lifecycle (onboarding, promotions, transitions, exits), ensuring every touchpoint reflects our culture and values.
• Actively contribute to initiatives that support retention, well-being, and inclusion globally.
• Support the HRBP in driving DEI outcomes through inclusive practices and awareness-building efforts.

Performance Management

• Partner with the HRBP and people managers to embed a high-performance culture through effective goal-setting, regular feedback, and clear accountability.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and coaching to managers on performance conversations, development planning, and addressing performance concerns.
• Support the implementation of our performance review cycles and ensure processes are understood, equitable, and executed with consistency.
• Collaborate on building manager capability through toolkits, training, and coaching moments.

HR Operations & Continuous Improvement

• Manage and continuously improve HR systems, records, and processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and ease of use.
• Identify operational pain points and lead or support improvements in workflows, documentation, and automation.
• Ensure employee data is up-to-date, accurate, and appropriately reported to support decision-making.
• Own the maintenance of HR documentation, templates, and intranet content to ensure clarity and consistency across the employee journey.
• Support compliance and audit activities, including those related to GDPR, contracts, and employment law.
• Champion a mindset of continuous improvement by contributing ideas, testing new tools, and sharing best practices across the team.
• Support the HR team and wider business with critical project work, taking the lead on HR initiatives where appropriate.

About You

• People-Centric & Business-Focused: Passionate about creating a great employee experience while aligning people strategy with commercial success.
• Experienced HR Professional: Proven track record in a HR Generalist (or similar role), with expertise in talent acquisition, performance enablement, and HR operations.
• Strong Communicator & Relationship Builder: Builds trust quickly and communicates clearly at all levels.
• Solutions-Oriented: A natural problem-solver who enjoys taking initiative and making things better.
• Knowledgeable in HR Compliance: Strong understanding of Irish employment law (global experience is a plus).
• Resilient & Agile: Thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, navigating evolving business needs with confidence.
• Education: A degree in HR, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• Cultural Champion: Embodies our values of Fairness, Trust, Relationships, and Opportunities in everyday work.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation that rewards achievement
• Hybrid, flexible working model with flexibility to work abroad
• Family Health, Dental & Vision Insurance from day 1
• Life insurance & Income Protection
• 23 days Annual Leave plus 2 company days with additional days earned based on your tenure
• Generous Maternity & Paternity leave policies
• 6% Pension match
• €200 annual wellness benefit
• €1,000 professional development benefit
• Flexibility of working remotely from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year
• A dedicated Volunteer Day to give back to your community and support meaningful causes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A fun, inclusive environment with regular events led by our Engagement and Diversity Committees

Don't worry if you don't meet ALL the requirements, if you feel you would be a great fit for this role, we would love to hear from you! At Origina, the most important ingredient for us is our culture fit and recognising those that want to live our high-performance values of Fairness, Trust, Relationships, and Opportunities.

Origina is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud of our ongoing efforts to foster inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Origina are considered without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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