HR Generalist With over 55 years experience in the logistics industry McCulla Ireland are one of the countrys leading providers of ambient, chilled and frozen logistics solutions throughout Ireland, the United Kingdom and Europe. We currently have Operating Centres across Northern Ireland and Ireland, with further plans for expansion. McCulla has over 300 employees working across our Transport, Warehousing, Customs and Green Bioenergy Operations. There is an ever-growing modern fleet consisting of over 120 vehicles and 200 trailers operating our just in time service with environmental sustainability at the forefront of everything we do and making us unique in the market for our customers. The Role: As HR Generalist you will provide comprehensive, proactive HR support across the full employee lifecycle. The role will support managers and employees across Northern Ireland, Ireland and UK to ensure compliance with the relevant employment legislation and contribute to the delivery of people initiatives aligned with organisational objectives. You will report into the HR & People Lead but also work closely with the various departmental managers and payroll function to support with the daily requirements of the HR function. About The Role Duties will include: Support end-to-end recruitment activities including job descriptions, advertising, shortlisting, interviews, and offers. Coordinate onboarding processes to ensure a positive new starter experience. Liaise with recruitment agencies and external partners as required. Advise managers on employee relations matters including absence management, disciplinary, grievance, performance management, and capability processes. Support and, where appropriate, lead investigations, hearings, and appeals in line with company policy and relevant employment law. Support with maintaining accurate employee records in line with GDPR and data protection requirements. Prepare contracts of employment, offer letters, variations, and other employment documentation. Support with the updating of HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting. Monitor sickness absence and support managers with absence management processes. Produce absence reports and identify trends, making recommendations for improvement. Support the development, implementation, and review of HR policies and procedures. Ensure HR practices comply with relevant employment legislation and best practice. Support equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. Contribute to HR projects such as engagement initiatives, organisational change, wellbeing programmes, and policy updates. Support continuous improvement of HR processes and ways of working. Criteria: Level 5 CIPD qualification. Experience supporting change management or organisational development initiatives. Proven experience in a generalist HR role. Sound knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice. Experience of advising managers on employee relations matters. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR information systems. Prepared to travel when required to other sites located across NI, ROI & GB. Terms: Competitive salary package depending on experience. Matched employee / employer pension contribution. Additional Annual Leave (Service Based). Life & death in service insurance. Free Gym Membership EAP Certified Training Courses. Career progression Additional Company Benefits. Required Criteria CIPD Level 5 or above. Experience supporting change management or organisational development initiatives. Proven experience in a generalist HR role Sound knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice. Experience of advising managers on employee relations matters. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR information systems. Skills Needed About The Company With more than 50 years experience, McCulla Ireland is a leading provider of ambient, chilled and frozen logistics and storage solutions. Established in 1969, we are now a second generation family-owned business which has shown great resilience, adaptability and innovation over the years. Today, we have three strategically-placed facilities in Lisburn, Dublin and Mallusk, and are the market leader for groupage coming from the UK onto the island of Ireland. We have diversified significantly over the years from the original core business of standard refrigerated haulage into a fully integrated cold supply chain, including cold storage and bespoke logistics solutions for customers of all sizes. Services include product collection, storage, picking-to-order and delivery by the box, pallet, or full load to anywhere in the UK, Ireland and the rest of continental Europe. Company Culture At McCulla Ireland we live and breathe our company motto: Be More. Deliver More. Expect More. We understand that each customer is unique, so we always seek to deliver flexible, tailored solutions to suit our broad range of customers, from independent restaurants and retailers to major retail and hospitality chains and international manufacturers. Our business ethos is to focus on removing our customers problems and to become an extension of their production lines. At McCulla we are highly committed to our staff from the moment they join our team. We recognise that an environment that supports the varying needs of our employees creates a great atmosphere work in. Company Benefits Providing the right training & development is our top priority. Each individual employee receives the resources & tools vital in helping them excel & progress in their role from the moment they step through the door. Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Office perks, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Casual dress, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Event tickets, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme Salary Not disclosed Benefits: Vacation, Paid time off Retirement plan and/or pension Office perks Employee development programs Employee discounts Casual dress