Talent Acquisition & Employee Lifecycle:

• Work with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers as required, while supporting the wider employee lifecycle from onboarding and contractual changes through to family leave, flexible working, and offboarding.

Learning & Development:

• Support the local implementation of learning and development initiatives and manager capability activities, working with relevant People colleagues and business stakeholders.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Support annual salary review, bonus, and benefits activity from a local HR perspective, ensuring agreed changes are communicated and implemented accurately.
• Work with Payroll, Finance, and central People teams on employee queries and changes.

HR Policies & Compliance:

• Maintain a strong working knowledge of UK employment law and relevant Irish employment practices.
• Support the review and implementation of HR policies and local processes, identify compliance risks, and ensure managers receive clear guidance on policy application.

Payroll & Pensions:

• Act as an HR point of contact for payroll, pension, and benefits matters, working closely with the Payroll team and Finance to resolve employee issues and support accurate processing of people-related changes.
• Contribute to payroll and HR process governance and documentation as required.

HR Metrics & Reporting:

• Prepare and provide HR reports and people information as required, including data relating to employee turnover, absence, payroll, recruitment, and audits.

Collaboration with EMEA & Global Teams:

• Participate in regional HR meetings and projects, provide UK and Ireland input where required, and support the local implementation of EMEA and global People initiatives.

Employee Engagement & Culture:

• Support local employee engagement, communication, and culture initiatives, working with managers and wider People teams to help maintain a positive and inclusive working environment.

Visa & Mobility Management:

• Lead right-to-work compliance activity and support employee visa and sponsorship processes with specialist immigration advice where required.
• Administer the UK Home Office sponsorship system and maintain appropriate records and documentation.

HR Projects & Process Improvement:

• Support or lead local HR projects as required, develop practical guidance and templates, and identify opportunities to improve the consistency and efficiency of HR processes.

Required Experience / Qualifications

• Strong generalist HR experience across the employee lifecycle, with confidence managing a varied and complex caseload.
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and HR practices.
• Practical experience managing employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance, capability, and probation.
• Experience supporting organisational change, consultation, and redundancy processes.
• Ability to advise and coach managers while recognising when matters require escalation or specialist input.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organisation.
• Strong written skills and confidence preparing formal HR documentation and employee communications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and sensitive matters in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Skills

• CIPD qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience supporting employees in Ireland or knowledge of Irish employment practices.
• Exposure to TUPE or similar business-transfer activity.
• Experience with regional or global HR projects.
• Experience operating in a multi-site or international environment.

Competencies/Skills

Communication

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Provides clear, practical, and appropriately tailored HR advice
• Confident handling sensitive conversations and formal communication

Personal Effectiveness

• Acts with integrity and discretion
• Demonstrates adaptability and sound judgement
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Able to manage multiple competing priorities and work under pressure
• Proactive in resolving issues and identifying process improvements
• Recognises risk and escalates appropriately

Interpersonal

• Builds credible working relationships with managers and employees
• Collaborates effectively across local, regional, and global teams
• Conflict management and resolution skills
• Empathy, active listening, and emotional intelligence
• Able to coach and support managers while maintaining appropriate boundaries

IT Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Comfortable using HR systems and working with employee data

Ria Money Transfer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Check out our website to learn more about the company at: http://www.riamoneytransfer.com/

The position responsibilities outlined above are intended to define the general contents and requirements to perform this job. It is not to be taken as a complete statement of responsibilities or requirements. This job description does not restrict the Company’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job as needed.