What you can expect:

Reporting to the Lead HR Manager for Ireland, the successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of comprehensive Human Resource services in a fast-paced team.

In this role, you will coach, support and advise People Managers, aiming to develop and enhance the quality of People Management throughout the colleague lifecycle.This is a great opportunity for a Human Resource Business Partner or Employee Relations professional, and provides exposure to Business leaders, HR Centres of Excellence (CoE) and our wider global People Function team.You will have the opportunity to counsel on people matters in a company where the People Function is a strategic partner.We place a high value on diversity and work to foster understanding, inclusion, and innovation in the workplace.You will be doing meaningful, challenging work, and can look forward to a role that will provide you with an opportunity to learn and grow.This opportunity is a 12 month fixed term contract.

What’s in it for you:

A company with a strong brand, committed to making a difference in people's lives.A culture of belonging, innovation, collaboration and career opportunities.Competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package – an employer pension contribution of up to 12%, healthcare cover for you and your family, a flexible working options and a hybrid working environment, Annual Leave and time to give back to the community.A flexible benefits programme that allows you to tailor your benefits to meet your needs, including the ability to purchase travel tickets, additional annual leave, technology and more.A Sports & Social Club, and Colleague Resource Groups which provide access to leaders, relevant volunteer and mentoring opportunities.A subsidised restaurant in our office in Dublin.

We will count on you to:

Implement enterprise-wide HR programs and initiatives.Provide guidance and support to People Managers on the full range of activities in the HR portfolio, including but not limited to; performance and talent management, change management, organisational effectiveness, skills and competence development, learning, total rewards including year-end process, and colleague engagement.With the support of the Employee Relations Centre of Expertise, support on employee relations matters including investigations, performance improvement processes, disciplinary actions, grievances, appeals etc.Working with our Global Centre’s of Expertise to ensure consistency of service.Leave, absence and related topics including coordinating with HR Services Team for return-to-work accommodations and logistics.Provide support to our People Leader, Lead HR Manager and global People Partners who may be developing strategic solutions to support workforce planning, succession or performance management.Inclusion and diversity awareness and considerations.Support and from time to time, take responsibility for coordinating the rollout and delivery of HR programs and contribute to process improvements.

What you will need to have:

Client management skills and effective communications/change management skills.Ability to work in a fast paced environment, with shifting priorities.Strong analytical skills and numeracy.Good interpersonal and communication skills.Pragmatic with sound common sense.Attention to detail with high personal work standards.Ability to collaborate and work stakeholders across our company.Thorough understanding of Irish Employment Law and Regulations.Experience in supporting managers with employee relations case management including investigations.Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative, discretion, and tact.Demonstrated ability to effectively coach managers at most levels in the business through all aspects of the employee life cycle including in more complex situations.Experience of successfully supporting project/initiative implementation across a population of managers recognizing the broader business objectives.Solid technical skills – Strong proficiency with the MS Office Suite and enthusiasm for learning new skills as needed.

What makes you stand out:

CIPD qualified with 4-5 years’ experience as a HR Business PartnerIt would be preferable that the successful candidate have experience in the professional/ financial services sector, or experience in a regulated companyExperience across the range of HR disciplines with a knowledge of employee relations and relevant Irish legislationExposure to themes related to employee relations, talent management and total rewardsExperience with practical delivery of HR solutions to critical business issuesWell-established planning and organizational skills; able to multi-taskBachelors’ degreeFamiliarity with Workday or similar systemsHR related certifications

About Marsh McLennan

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is the world’s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. The Company’s 85,000 colleagues advise clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $20 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses. Marsh provides data-driven risk advisory services and insurance solutions to commercial and consumer clients. Guy Carpenter develops advanced risk, reinsurance and capital strategies that help clients grow profitably and pursue emerging opportunities. Mercer delivers advice and technology-driven solutions that help organizations redefine the world of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock health and wellbeing for a changing workforce. Oliver Wyman serves as a critical strategic, economic and brand advisor to private sector and governmental clients. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Marsh McLennan in Ireland has over 1,000 colleagues working across its Businesses, with offices situated in Dublin, Cork and Galway. Marsh McLennan in Ireland was recently accredited as a Great Place to Work.   

We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients regardless of their gender expression or identity, marital or civil partnership status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We are proud of our inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work and thrive.