HR Administrator – Clara

Posted: 8th July, 2026

Title: HR Administrator

Department: HR

Location: Clara

 

HR Administrator

From our spirited entrepreneurial beginnings to our today’s global leadership position in the healthcare market, Nelipak has enjoyed 70 years of creating, shepherding, and leading the healthcare packaging industry – with plenty of significant milestones along the way. Nelipak Healthcare Packaging has 14 locations worldwide, and over 1,600 employees. We are exceeding industry standards and expectations; We are Quality; We are bespoke packaging solutions, no matter the challenge; and we are always at the forefront of the healthcare packaging industry.

About the job…

HR Administrator -Clara

To provide high-quality HR administration and coordination support across all aspects of the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, company policies and HR best practice while delivering an excellent employee experience.

What you will do:

1. Recruitment & Onboarding: Support end-to-end recruitment process including job adverts, candidate screening, interview scheduling, reference checking, offer preparation and contract issuance. Support new starters onboarding and induction, sharing of Org announcements, ensure a positive employee experience.
2. Employee Records & HR Systems: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records on the HRIS and TMS, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality and compliance with GDPR. Ensuring filing is accurate, updated and maintained.
3. Payroll & Time Management: Act as the key member for the HR team for payroll query’s, ensuring accurate and timely submission of all changes including new starters, leavers, pay changes, cycle to work, bonuses, overtime & deductions. Maintaining the TMS system including attendance, absence, leave and overtime records.
4. Absence Management- Manage absence reporting processes, arranging OC Health appointments, maintain accurate absence records and support return to work interviews, welfare meetings and related documentation.
5. Employee Relations Support: Provide administrative support to the HRBP in relation to employee relations matters including investigations, disciplinary, grievance and performance management processes. Prepare correspondence, meeting documentation and case notes as required.
6. Contracts & Documentation: Prepare, issue and maintain contracts of employment, variations and associated letters in line with company policy and employment legislation. Track probationary periods & warning tracker, issuing relevant documentation when required.
7. Employee Queries: Act as the first point of contact for employees HR queries, providing accurate information and escalating complex issues to the HRBP/Manager as appropriate.
8. Reporting & Analytics: Produce regular HR reports and people metrics, including headcount, recruitment activity, turnover, absenteeism and other key performance indicators to support business decision making.
9. Employee Engagement: Support employee engagement initiatives and wellbeing activities that contribute to a positive workplace culture.
10. Compliance & Audit Support: Support internal and external audits by preparing HR documentation and ensuring compliance with company procedures, employment legislation and quality standards.
11. Policy & Procedure Maintenance: Maintain HR policies, procedures, forms and templates, ensuring documentation remains current, compliant and accessible.
12. Agency & External Liaison: Liaise with external service providers as required, ensuring processing of PO’s are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
13. General Administration: Carry out any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role, as requested by the HR Business Partner or HR Manager.

Have you…

• 3^rd Level qualification in HR, Business or related discipline (preferred)
• CIPD qualification or working towards (advantageous)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a HR administration role essential
• Experience in a manufacturing or regulated environment is desirable
• Good working knowledge of Irish employment law and HR best practise
• Experience with HRIS and TMS systems

Why Nelipak?

Working at Nelipak means being part of a community that values ​​innovation, teamwork, and making difference in healthcare.

We offer:

• A Supportive Environment: A culture of support, teamwork, and mutual respect, where every member is encouraged to contribute.
• Growth Opportunities: Commitment to your professional development, with opportunities to advance within the company.
• Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary and an attractive benefits package that reflects your expertise and contribution.
• Impactful Work: The opportunity to play a crucial role in delivering innovative packaging solutions that truly make a difference in healthcare.

The Benefits…

• Paid Time-Off for Annual Leave [23 day per year]
• EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Work/Life Balance
• Pension Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition
• Free onsite parking
• Death in Service
• Private Health Insurance
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Closing Date

Closing date:  17^th July 2026

Interested…?

Nelipak is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer. For a confidential discussion, or to apply, please contact clarahr@nelipak.com. Please note, if you apply for this role, your interest and details will remain confidential. We will not contact your current employer as part of the application. Due to the urgency of this role, candidates must be eligible to work in the jobs location to be considered for this role. The duties listed for this role are not exclusive or exhaustive, and the job holder shall perform the duties that can reasonably be expected within the scope of the position.

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