Smurfit Westrock is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging with over 100,000 employees. We work across 40 countries with over 500 packaging converting operations and over 60 paper mills. As a trusted partner to our customers across the world, we offer an unparalleled portfolio of innovative packaging solutions. We create packaging that looks good and does good for the planet. Smurfit Westrock is dedicated to creating sustainable packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges and we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate. Our global headquarters is in Dublin, Ireland, and we have a primary listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and secondary listing on the London Stock Exchange (LSE). In our Dublin site, our team focuses on delivering high-quality specialised products, for the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical sector for global leading brands. This role will lead the site HR function in the provision of professional guidance, support and input to site management in matters relating to; recruitment and selection, implementation and adherence to policies/procedures; employment legislation; overseeing employee relations and performance management, training and development and organisational design. The role is based at our new premises in Horizon Business Park, Swords. Reporting to site GM with dotted line to Regional HR Manager Ireland ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Recruitment & Selection Responsibility for the recruitment and selection of employees to find the right candidates in the most cost-effective way including. Training Coaching managers and facilitating the identification of training needs, using group resources and designing bespoke programmes, arranging and delivering induction training and maintaining our Investors in People accreditation and overseeing the in-house apprenticeship programmes. Employee Relations Responsibility for the provision of advice on employment legislation and industrial relations. Providing expert HR advice, guidance and support to line managers on ER issues ranging from, disciplinaries, sickness absence and capability, performance management, managing attendance, grievances and advising on application of policy and fair procedures and manage case work appropriately. Ensuring that ER advice provided is in-line with Company values, policies and procedures, HR best practice plus prevailing legislation in order to minimise the risk to the Company. Engaging with unions and coordinating meetings to promote a positive working relationship Performance Management Providing managers with advice on managing performance. Administer the PM process ensuring plan is on track and objectives are set and support calibration activities. Administer any incremental changes in line with planned training as per site agreements and participate in the annual salary review process Administration Provide an effective HR administration service ensuring that data/information is created, handled, stored, recorded, processed and retrieved in a professional, confidential, accurate and timely manner, in accordance with data protection with ongoing maintenance of HR systems. Gather, collate, analyse and present information to a variety of target audiences e.g. HR KPI\u2019s, presenting KPI\u2019s and preparing written reports or visual presentations and advising on relevant actions and improvement initiatives Miscellaneous Lead and support Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives SKILLS, BEHAVIOUS & EXPERIENCE * Demonstrate our values of loyalty, integrity, safety and respect * Minimum up to 3 years\u2019 experience within the HR function with cipd qualification desirable * Good verbal and written presentation/communication skills * Knowledge of current employment law. * IT Literate in use of Microsoft Office Packages * Exposure to a unionised environment is desirable * Demonstrable good communication and interpersonal skills and evidence of good working relationships internally and possess professional aplomb when representing the company in front of auditors or visitors * Demonstrable evidence of information handling ability and problem solving skills * Ability to organize and plan Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward. Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.