Job title: HR Systems Implementation Specialist
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Location: Sligo
Job published: 25-06-2025
Job ID: 83417
Contact name: Stephanie Mulholland
Phone number: +447458160110
Contact email: stephanie@huntersavage.com

Job Description

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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