HR Systems Implementation Specialist

HR Systems Implementation Specialist
Location: Sligo

Contract Type: 12 month contract/project
Working Pattern: 4-5 days per week
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

We are hiring for our client, a leading manufacturing organisation, who are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Systems Implementation Specialist to lead the implementation of a new Human Resource Information System (HRIS). This is a fixed-term contract/project for 12 months, working 4-5 days per week, and based on-site in Sligo.

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in driving forward a strategic HR transformation project within a collaborative and values-driven organisation.

Top Things to Know About this Job

• 12-month contract/project, 4-5 day working week
• Sligo-based role within a growing, values-led business
• Opportunity to lead a business-critical HRIS implementation project

The Role:

• Lead the implementation of the new HRIS system across the business
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure successful project delivery
• Map and analyse current HR workflows and processes, recommending improvements
• Manage data migration and ensure accuracy, compliance, and integrity
• Deliver system training and support to HR, managers, and employees
• Configure the system to align with reporting, workflow, and permissions needs
• Act as the main point of contact for the HRIS vendor and manage issue resolution
• Support post-implementation optimisation and continuous improvement
• Champion change and adoption across the organisation through effective communication

The Person:

• Third-level qualification in HR, Business, or Project Management
• Proven experience implementing or managing an HRIS system
• Strong understanding of HR operations and systems integration
• Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Confident communicator and experienced in delivering training
• Highly analytical with strong Excel/data handling capabilities

The Reward:

• 12 month contract/project
• 4-5 day working week offering excellent work-life balance
• On-site role based in Sligo Head Office
• Opportunity to lead on a significant HR transformation
• Be part of a business with a strong culture of teamwork and shared success

Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage

For more information or to apply for this HR Systems Implementation role, please contact Stephanie Mulholland.

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