This job expired on 27th July 2025
HR Partner
Evergreen Care is seeking to recruit a HR Partner to join their team based in Dunboyne, Co Meath. Reporting to the Head of HR, the successful applicant will support and assist in driving the HR agenda, providing insight and guidance to the management team and support a broad remit of HR functions associated with onboarding and employee life-cycle requirements.
This successful candidate will work as part of a multi-site team and will assist in managing the developing HR Policies & Procedures as well as their implementation and administration. The role will have day to day responsibility for the administration of HR for several Nursing Homes, under the guidance of the HR Manager, as well as providing advice and guidance to Nursing Home Mangers (PICs) on all HR related matters as required. Consequently, this role will require that the successful candidate will conduct site visits of these Nursing Homes to support all our employees as they continue to ensure that Evergreen Care Nursing Homes are a Home from Home for our Residents. A clean and full Driving Licence is therefore a requirement for this role.
The position represents an excellent opportunity for an individual to join our organisation which is currently in a phase of expansion. In line with this there will be a requirement to stay up to date with updates in employment law and best practice in policy development in order to provide the highest quality of HR delivery to our managers and employees.
About the role
Key Duties and Responsibilities
· Case manage employee relations issues ensuring the appropriate policies and procedures are followed and issues are managed to a successful conclusion.
· Contribute to the development of policies and procedures ensuring compliance with legislation and best practice requirements. Drive the consistent application of HR policies and procedures throughout the service.
· In conjunction with the HR Manager oversee the implementation of initiatives, providing guidance and support to colleagues as required.
· Provide advice and counselling to Management on employee and HR policies and procedures, as and when required.
· Compile and report on key HR metrics across the organisation.
· Audit staff files, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and industry standards.
· Support and contribute to the development of workforce plans.
· Keeping up to date in respect of current trends in HR and employment legislation.
· Assist in the preparation of submissions to third party bodies such as the WRC.
· Ensure positive working relationships with employee representatives and a pro-active approach to employee relations in the service.
· Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality in respect of issues pertaining to HR.
· Cultivate and contribute to a positive, healthy and engaged workplace.
Experience & Qualifications
· A diploma or degree in HR Management (CIPD)
· A minimum 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced HR Department.
· Solid working knowledge of employment legislation
· Approachable and confidential with excellent rapport building and conflict resolution skills
· Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
· High level of drive; resilience and self-motivated with a positive attitude
· Sound judgement with an innate ability to draw logical conclusions and put forward appropriate solutions.
· Industry experience desirable
· Access to own transport essential
Why Choose Us
· Competitive salary
· A unique and friendly work environment
· Flexible working
· Mileage at civil service rate
· Fantastic opportunities for professional development
About Us
Evergreen Care is a healthcare organisation providing long and short term residential care and services. Although our primary focus is older person care, we also cater to other people who are in need of residential care. In December 2020, Evergreen Care welcomed a new management structure and currently operates twelve Nursing Homes nationwide. We offer a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland communities. Each of our homes focus on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care
To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. It’s not just their specialist skills, experience and extraordinary commitment that makes our people special but also their kind and compassionate nature. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
8 hour shift
What you will need
Required criteria
- A diploma or degree in HR Management (CIPD)
- A minimum 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced HR Department.
- Solid working knowledge of employment legislation
- Approachable and confidential with excellent rapport building and conflict resolution skills
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- High level of drive; resilience and self-motivated with a positive attitude
- Sound judgement with an innate ability to draw logical conclusions and put forward appropriate solutions.
- Access to own transport essential
Desired criteria
- Industry experience desirable
Evergreen Care
Evergreen Care offers a fresh perspective in nursing home care in the heart of Ireland’s communities. We currently have 12 homes in our group – all centered on creating a kind, caring and happy community for every resident in our care. We offer many different types of care depending on individual needs – whether it’s a short stay to recover from an illness or a more long-term decision to make a new home with us. We understand the decision to move from your own home is an important one for you and your loved ones. Our specialist care team are here to offer guidance and support to make the transition a smooth and happy one.
To deliver our level of excellence in care, we need amazing people. From managers, nurses and carers to administration, housekeeping and catering, each person plays a vital role in our Evergreen Care community. It’s not just their specialist skills, experience and extraordinary commitment that makes our people special but also their kind and compassionate nature. More than a job, a career with Evergreen Care means you become part of a special community where you can make a real difference to the lives of our residents every day.
