About the role

We are looking for two HR Administrators, based in our Tralee Headquarters on a hybrid basis, reporting to the HR Hub Services Lead. As a member of the HR Hub Services Team, you will be responsible for carrying out a mix of administrative and transactional HR activities that are requested from customers, Business Partners and key stakeholders. Alongside this, you will also be responsible for administering end to end HR transactional processes throughout the employment lifecycle.

At Kerry Dairy Ireland we offer a flexible working policy.

What will I be doing?

• Log, administer and resolve HR support requests through the current business desktop application (ServiceNow).
• Process HR and payroll related transactions within the agreed Service Level Agreements (SLA) delivery timescales, in particular our new joiners, moves and leavers.
• Administer key transactional activities to support a seamless process and successful orientation and onboarding of new hires e.g. preparing contracts of employment, processing new hire related documentation and creating new hire records.
• Notify all relevant stakeholders (e.g. Line Manager, ICT, Finance) and follow through.
• Prepare HR Letters.
• Administer employee files.
• Support our ePay system.
• Challenge administrative processes (where appropriate) in order to implement more effective and creative solutions.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and business partners to ensure all HR requests and data received is right first time, compliant with our corporate governance and are delivered within the agreed deadlines.
• Support HR Services Projects.
• Raising HR related Purchase Orders.
• Work closely with the wider HR Teams such as (Talent Development and Payroll).

What do I need to be successful?

In Kerry Dairy Ireland we understand that people have very different career trajectories and experiences. In order to be successful in this role we would be looking for the right competencies and aptitudes as well as your proven track record of success in a similar role and environment.

These include

• Qualification in Human Resources, Business or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in HR and/or payroll administration and general payroll legislation.
• Previous experience of working in a fast-paced client facing environment.
• Good Customer Service skills.
• Detail conscious, rigorous, professional, responsible, organized and methodical.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills along with the ability to prioritise
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Excel and Word essential at intermediate level (VLOOKUP, Formulae, designing own spreadsheets, mail merge etc.)

What will I get in return?

At Kerry Dairy Ireland, we believe in giving talented, curious people the opportunity to make a difference. We work as a team, searching for the best ways to inspire food and nourish life. We are a community of innovators, working across disciplines to solve global food challenges with a fresh approach. We want you to achieve whatever you put your mind to.

We also offer

• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Hybrid working
• Health Care
• Matched pension scheme
• Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers.

About Kerry Dairy Ireland

Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.

With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers.

Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.

Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett.

Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth.

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In Kerry Dairy Ireland we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit.  We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.