We’re Hiring – HR Manager

HR Manager (Part-Time)

Swim Ireland is the National Governing Body (NGB) for Swimming, Water Polo, Diving and associated Aquatic Disciplines on the island of Ireland.  Swim Ireland’s Head Office is based at Irish Sport HQ, National Sports Campus, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 with circa 100 employees between Head Office, Sean Mac and Askeaton Swimming Pools and the Pop Up Pools. For further information, please see our website at  www.swimireland.ie

It is an incredibly exciting time for Swim Ireland as we continue to embark on a period of significant expansion. We continue to make preparations for integrating Para Swimming and dedicating more resources to support our Clubs.  Following the launch of the National Swimming Strategy in late 2024, which emphasises the deployment of local Swimming Activators to actively promote and develop swimming opportunities, we have also created numerous new roles within Participation. This includes local swimming activators and other exciting positions within DEIB and Programme Development that will help us achieve our mission.

 

Additionally, we have expanded our operations with both the Pop-Up Pools and our fixed pool locations in Sean MacDermott Street, Dublin 1 and Askeaton, Limerick, providing even more opportunities for communities to engage in swimming activities.

 

We are currently recruiting for a HR Manager (part-time) to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and delivering a high quality, best practice HR function that supports the organisations strategic ambitions while fostering an engaged, inclusive and high performing workplace culture for each employee.

 

Working closely with the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and the HR & Remuneration Committee, the HR Manager will provide advice across all areas of people management, ensuring compliance and consistency and alignment with organisation values and governance standards and requirements.

 

Swim Ireland’s selection process aims to ensure that we get the right people recruited into the right role.  We want to ensure that you have the best opportunity to display your skills and experience.  Swim Ireland has identified Core Values that we consider to be integral to delivering exceptional service to our stakeholders.  These Core Values are

• Skills, Professionalism, Knowledge
• Wellbeing & Inclusivity
• Integrity and Excellence in Governance
• My Passion, Our Vision
• Teamwork & Collaboration

If selected for interview, you will be provided with a candidate support pack giving you information and guidance on the selection process.

 

Role and Reporting Structure

The purpose of the role is to lead in the provision of the full range of HR activities including HR advice, recruitment, policy development, staff engagement and retention, remuneration, learning and development, performance support and HR IT Systems.

 

This role reports to the Finance Director and forms part of the management team structure.  The HR Team is comprised of HR Manager and HR & Finance Administrator (0.6 FTE).

 

Key Areas of Responsibility

People Strategy & Culture

• Lead the implementation and ongoing development of Swim Ireland HR/People strategy and support the Management Team on strategic HR initiatives, including talent and succession planning to align with Swim Ireland strategy
• Champion organisational values and behaviours, ensuring they are embedded across recruitment, performance management, learning and development and employee engagement activities.

Recruitment & Workforce

• Support and manage end to end recruitment processes within the organisation to include contracting and employee onboarding as well as guidance to managers on role scoping and interviewing
• Promote inclusive recruitment practices that reflect Swim Ireland’s commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Monitor and control the process of employee probation/performance reviews and support managers in delivering meaningful, values‑based feedback and development planning.

Employee Relations and Engagement

• Professional advice, guidance and support for managers and employees on employee issues as they arise including performance management, absence, grievance, disciplinary and capability processes
• Manage and assess employee satisfaction through bi annual employee engagement surveys and hold stakeholder sessions with colleagues
• Advise and create relevant employee engagement and wellbeing programmes within the organisation

Governance and Compliance

• Maintenance of HR documentation system and general HR administration tasks
• Supervision and approval of fortnight payroll for pool facilities
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection, equality and health & safety obligations relevant to a National Governing Body for sport
• Member of the Internal HR Committee who are committed to fair, consistent and legally compliant decisions making in line with internal policies, employment legislation and best practice
• Monitor and review HR Policies including the Employee Handbook and update as required
• Review of current HR System offering in 2026/2027
• Support the external HR & Remuneration Committee on payroll benchmarking and annual remuneration reviews and other ad hoc duties as per the terms of reference

Reporting

• Responsible for compiling the annual reporting on gender pay gap reporting and driving forward actions in respect of the EU Pay Transparency Directive in 2026
• Reporting at Board and HR & Remuneration Committee (external)

Learning and Development

• Lead and support the ongoing development and training of employees

Other

• Support various ad-hoc HR activities as they occur

 

Essential Requirements

• Be eligible to work in Ireland on a full-time basis
• Excellent working knowledge of IT and software packages including MSOffice, Word and PowerPoint and relevant HR packages
• Excellent command of English language both spoken and written.

 

Education and Experience

• +5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Relevant HR degree or equivalent
• Relevant CIPD Qualification (or equivalent)
• Thorough knowledge of current employment legislation and its application
• Relevant HR experience in facilities or leisure industry

 

Key Qualities

• Understand how to build and align culture
• Excellent communication and administration skills
• Excellent people skills
• Well-developed conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Flexible and adaptable attitude
• Ability to work under pressure
• Handling of sensitive information using discretion and confidentiality
• Team player and ability to work on own initiative as well as in a small, dedicated Management Team

 

Applicants should note that this list is not exhaustive and is subject to change as required as appropriate.

 

Remuneration and Location

• The package will include a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Position Tenure: 3 year fixed-term contract
• Hours per week: 20-25 hours per week
• Position Location: Swim Ireland Head Office, Irish Sport HQ, National Sports Campus, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 – hybrid working is available depending on the needs of the business

 

Appointment will be made subject to satisfactory:

Safeguarding and vetting requirements; and reference checks.

Applications should be made for the attention of Celia Coffey to hr@swimireland.ie and should include a Cover Letter and up to date CV.

 

Closing date for applications is 20^th February 2026 @ 12pm with interviews to take place between 26^th February and 4^th March.

 

At Swim Ireland, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.  You may be just the right candidate to for this or other roles.  Swim Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

 

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