Cognex

HR Operations Specialist

Cork, Ireland Full time

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking an HR Operations Specialist to join our team and drive operational excellence across HR processes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a strong understanding of HR systems, and is passionate about delivering a seamless employee experience.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage and optimize HR processes including onboarding, offboarding and employee data management.
  • Assist with payroll inputs, benefits administration and HR reporting.
  • Generate documents, as required or requested by employees, such as job change letters, salary certificates, reference letters etc
  • Manage daily requests and queries received from employees through the HR Case Management tool in a timely and professional manner.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for HRIS systems, in particular Workday.
  • Identify process gaps and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Drive and deliver documentation of HR Operations processes.
  • Report on trends in employee queries and requests to support decision-making.
  • Liaise with counter-parts in teams outside HR Operations to partner on improving process and employee experience.
  • Partner closely with the HR Operations Manager & HR Generalist Team to support the day-to-day delivery of HR Operations.

Preferred Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 4+ years of HR operations or shared services experience in a multi-national environment.
  • Proficiency in Workday, DocuSign and MS Office.
  • Strong knowledge of HR processes and compliance requirements.
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills.
  • English language skills required, other European languages are a plus

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