To provide high quality and consistent Human Resources & Industrial Relations services to members;
building effective working relationships with members; relevant agencies and Ibec colleagues. To
work as an effective part of the team. We have vacancies available for Permanent and Specified Purpose Contracts.
The closing date for applications is 27th February 2026.
- Provide specialist industrial relations, employment law and human resource support to members who contact or are referred to our Knowledge Centre
- Provide direct advisory services to members, seeking always to add value to their business
- Keep abreast of employment law; industrial relations and human resource developments
- Represent member companies at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) and Labour Court
- Assist in local level negotiations for member companies
- Support the development of HR Services and the expansion of HR best practice
- Develop written contributions for Ibec publications, website & posting to social media sites as required
- Develop and present on Ibec presentations, webinars and podcasts as required
- Provide input to Ibec training courses and HR forum events in the area of industrial relations, human resources & employment best practice
- Represent the interests of employers on external committees
- Be an active participant on various Ibec project teams as required
- Engage in and conduct research appropriate to Knowledge Centre
- As required, liaise with member companies regarding subscription payments with the view to obtaining timely settlement
- 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.Qualifications, skills and experience
Qualifications• Primary degree required. Human Resource/Industrial Relations/Employment Law related
qualification preferable.
• Other relevant qualifications
• 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 Experience
• Experience in representing companies at 3rd party industrial relations institutions
• A sound working knowledge of the industrial relations institutions and trade union
negotiations
• Interfacing regularly with senior company executives up to CEO level
• Working in a representative/consultancy capacity for business
• Working in a team environment
Competencies• Strong advocacy and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate succinctly and utilise a range of communication methods
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Able to work in team environment
• Negotiating and influencing skills
• Presentation and public speaking
Personal Qualities• Committed
• Presents a professional, articulate and friendly demeanour
• Calm under pressure
• Able and willing to work outside normal office hours if required
• Flexible approach to work generally
Ibec Core CompetenciesBias towards action• Collaborative – work together as ‘one Ibec’.
• Dynamic – approach initiatives with careful planning, energy, drive, and resilience.
• Decisive – make clear, well-informed decisions.
Member and Customer Focus• Agile and Adaptive – embrace change and be adaptive to members’ needs and in ambitious situations.
• Creative and Innovative – not afraid of dynamic thinking in finding solutions.
• Curious and Critical Thinking – open minded and proactive in gathering data in developing opinions.
Drive and Personal Leadership• Ambitious – driven and can take responsible risks.
• Accountable – committed to highest standards and takes ownership of actions.
• Continuous Improvement – proactive on personal and professional development
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
kenneth.kelly@ibec.ie
