Compliance Officer (HR)
We are working with an industry leader, to recruit an experienced Compliance Officer (HR) to join the HR team in Co Cavan. This is a permanent role with an excellent salary and excellent benefits package
The Compliance Officer (HR) will be responsible for overseeing and continuously monitoring compliance across right-to-work and work permit requirements, working time regulations, HR data governance, and broader employment legislation.
The role ensures the organisation remains legally compliant, audit-ready, and proactive in identifying and managing HR-related risks.
The Compliance Officer (HR) will be responsible for:
- Manage work permits, immigration, and right-to-work compliance, including applications, renewals, and expiry tracking.
- Ensure compliance with working time legislation by monitoring hours, rest periods, and attendance records.
- Support GDPR and people data compliance, including data retention, DSARs, and access controls.
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready HR records and coordinate internal and external compliance audits.
- Ensure all onboarding and employee lifecycle processes meet statutory and internal compliance requirements.
- Track compliance metrics, identify risks, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement in HR controls and processes.
What you will need to have for the Compliance Officer (HR) role:
- 3–5 years of experience in HR operations, HR compliance, or workforce compliance roles.
- Strong hands‑on experience with Irish work permits / immigration processes.
- Working knowledge of Irish employment law, particularly working time legislation.
- Experience in manufacturing, FMCG or regulated environments desirable but not essential
There is a detailed description available on request
If you are interested in this job and want to have a chat about it, please contact Mary on 02838299200 or email mary@happyrecruits.com