SFA HR Executive (Specified Purpose)

Fixed-term (UK and Ireland), Full-time · Ibec Dublin, Hybrid

JOB DETAILS

The SFA HR Executive will work to provide excellent member services, primarily employee relations advice but including valuable business focused advice and connections for members. This role will have primary responsibility for services to CSI membership while ensuring a streamlined service to the full SFA membership.

This role is offered on a specified purpose contract. The closing date for applications is 31st December 2025

ABOUT THE ROLE

Work closely with the SFA director to develop and deliver a range of services to SFA and CSI members.
Operating an extremely busy telephone and e-mail helpline and one-to-one member meetings, on all aspects of running a business, e.g. IR/HR, commercial law, finance, sales & marketing, procurement, family business, etc.
Provide specialist industrial relations, employment law and human resource support to members who contact or are referred to our Knowledge Centre
Provide direct advisory services to members, seeking always to add value to their business
Keep abreast of employment law; industrial relations and human resource development
Develop written contributions for SFA/CSI publications & posting to social media sites as required
Assist with SFA/CSI membership development activities, including contributing to the further development of the SFA brand, to marketing and sales strategies, developing marketing materials, targeting prospective members and converting them into membership.
Contribute to membership retention activities, including acknowledging subscription payments from member companies, sending out new member packs, making customer service calls to new members and responsibility for the collection of an outstanding subscriptions list.
Work as an effective team member in event management of the SFA/CSI events. (Many are evening events, some requiring overnight stays throughout the country).
Maintenance of the SFA websites, including uploading documents; updating member details on the membership system, and generating website username and passwords.
Write for SFA/CSI publications, articles for media publications, contributing expert content to the SFA/CSI website and third-party websites.
Work as an effective member of the SFA/CSI team on all activities.

NOTE: This list is not exhaustive but serves to reflect the nature of the duties included in the role. Given the nature of the organisation and the need to respond to members’ needs on an ongoing basis, the role is subject to change over time.

ABOUT YOU

Qualifications

Human Resource/Industrial Relations/Employment Law related qualification preferable
Other relevant qualifications

Knowledge

Knowledge of Employment Law and its application especially in small businesses
Industrial Relations and Human Resource Developments in Ireland and globally
Understanding of third-party employment
Competitive, regulatory and cost issues facing business in Ireland

Experience

One to two years’ experience in HR related role
A sound working knowledge of the Industrial relations institutions and trade union negotiations an advantage
Interfacing with Business Executives up to CEO/owner-manager level
Working in a representative/consultancy capacity for business an advantage
Working in a team environment

Competencies

Strong advocacy and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate succinctly and utilise a range of communication methods
Excellent organisational and administrative skills
Able to work in team environment
Negotiating and influencing skills
Presentation and public speaking

Why us?

Ibec Core Competencies

Bias towards action

Collaborative – work together as ‘one Ibec’.
Dynamic – approach initiatives with careful planning, energy, drive, and resilience.
Decisive – make clear, well-informed decisions.

Member and Customer Focus

Agile and Adaptive – embrace change and be adaptive to members’ needs and in ambitious situations.
Creative and Innovative – not afraid of dynamic thinking in finding solutions.
Curious and Critical Thinking – open minded and proactive in gathering data in developing opinions.

Drive and Personal Leadership

Ambitious – driven and can take responsible risks.
Accountable – committed to highest standards and takes ownership of actions.
Continuous Improvement – proactive on personal and professional development

Ibec is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with a disability. Should you wish to request a reasonable accommodation please email Kenneth.kelly@ibec.ie

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