Employer Relations Executive, Limerick

Provide high quality and insightful Industrial Relations, HR and Advocacy services to our members. The Employer Relations Executive also has responsibility for building effective working relationships with key member contacts, relevant agencies and Ibec colleagues.

The successful person will be a seasoned practitioner who can work independently when needed and be an effective member of a small regional team while also developing strong engagement and relationships with the broader ER team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Provide direct advisory and advocacy services to members, seeking always to add value to the business

Provide specialist industrial relations and human resource support to members

Represent member companies before third party employment bodies

Represent member companies in union/company negotiations

Maintain a strong business partnership relationship with members ensuring an excellent member experience

Develop written contributions for Ibec publications as required

Provide input to Ibec training courses in the area of Industrial Relations/Human Resource

Deliver training in the area of Industrial Relations/Human Resource

Represent the interests of employers on external committees

Be an active participant on various Ibec project teams as required

Keep abreast of employment law, industrial relations and human resource developments

Promote and support membership development initiatives

NOTE: This list is not exhaustive but serves to reflect the nature of the duties included in the role. Given the nature of the organisation and the need to respond to members’ needs on an ongoing basis, the role is subject to change over time. Candidates must have a full driving licence and access to a car.

ABOUT YOU Qualifications, skills and experience Qualifications

Primary degree required. Human Resource/Industrial Relations/Employment Law related qualification preferable

Full clean driving licence is essential

Knowledge

Comprehensive knowledge of Employment Law and its application in unionised and non-unionised workplaces

Industrial Relations and Human Resource Developments in Ireland and globally

Understanding of the role of the third-party industrial relations and employment institutions in Ireland

Competitive, regulatory and cost issues facing business in Ireland

Insight into the business environment in the mid-west/west of Ireland an advantage

Experience

Industrial Relations/Human Resource experience and/or people management experience

Experience in representing companies at 3rd party industrial relations institutions an advantage

Interfacing regularly with Senior Company Executives up to CEO level

Working in a representative/consultancy capacity for business

Working in a team environment

Strong interpersonal skills

Negotiating and influencing skills

Presentation and public speaking skills

Ability to communicate succinctly and utilise a range of communication methods

Excellent organisational and administrative skills

Able to work in team environment

Personal Qualities

Presents a professional and friendly demeanour

Calm under pressure

Able to manage time in line with changing priorities.

Able to listen and respond in a professional and competent manner.

Able and willing to travel as needed

Flexible approach to work

Ibec Core Competencies Bias towards action

Ibec is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with a disability. Should you wish to request a reasonable accommodation please email

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