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You will help EY achieve fair, respectful and consistent people outcomes while managing employment, legal and reputational risk.\nWorking closely with the Strategic Talent Partner (STP) team, you will own Employee Relationsmatters from initial triage through to resolution, combining high-quality case management with manager coaching, capability building, reporting and early intervention.\nYou will build trusted relationships across your service line, improve the consistency and timeliness of outcomes, strengthen manager confidence and turn case insights into practical actions that reduce recurring issues.\nYour key responsibilities\nBuild a deep understanding of the assigned service line or service lines, including their people priorities, operating environment and emerging Employee Relationsrisks.\nTriage and manage a varied portfolio of Employee Relationsmatters from initial assessment to resolution, including performance improvement, conduct, disciplinary matters, grievances, dignity at work, absence, occupational health, reasonable accommodations, probation, conflict resolution and employment exits.\nCoordinate fair, prompt and impartial workplace investigations and formal hearings, including defining the scope and terms of reference, briefing senior stakeholders appointed to chair the process, and supporting the preparation and maintenance of documentation from initiation through to findings, outcomes and appeals.\nProvide clear, pragmatic and consistent advice to partners, leaders, managers and STPs, balancing employee experience, business context, policy, Irish employment law, fair procedures and risk.\nCoach managers through difficult conversations, informal resolution, performance improvement, conflict management and formal processes, while retaining appropriate accountability with the business.\nCoordinate input from Employment Counsel, Occupational Health, Reward, Data Privacy, HR Operations and other specialists, and support organisational change, restructuring, consultation and collective processes when required.\nMaintain accurate, complete, timely and confidential case records, actions and outcomes in line with data-protection, records-management and case-governance requirements; monitor progress and keep stakeholders appropriately informed.\nProduce regular service-line reporting on case volumes, themes, outcomes, timeliness and risk, using clear measures and insights to support informed decisions.\nDesign and deliver practical briefings, training, toolkits and case-based learning for leaders, managers, STPs and HR colleagues.\nContribute to Employee Relationsstrategy and projects, policy and process reviews, employment-law and case-law updates, service improvements, and the effective and responsible use of case-management and digital technology.\nWhere appropriate, support preparation for and representation at external forums, including the Workplace Relations Commission and Labour Court, in partnership with Employment Counsel and senior Employee Relationscolleagues.\nSkills and attributes for success\nTo qualify for the role, you must have:\nSubstantial employee relations or HR experience in a complex, fast-paced and matrixed organisation, with evidence of operating as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders.\nA proven record of independently managing complex, sensitive and high-risk casework and investigations, applying sound judgement and escalating appropriately.\nStrong working knowledge of Irish employment and equality law, Workplace Relations Commission Codes of Practice, fair procedures and Employee Relationsgood practice, with the ability to translate these into clear, practical advice.\nStrong stakeholder-management, influencing, coaching, facilitation, investigation, report-writing and analytical skills, including confidence working with senior leaders.\nThe ability to prioritise a demanding caseload, handle sensitive information with discretion, remain objective under pressure and deliver fair, timely outcomes.\nWhat working at EY offers\nWe offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:\nSupport and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around. \nOpportunities to develop new skills and progress your career. \nThe freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you. \nAll our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:\nPension\nDiscounted health insurance\nWeb Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family\nThe purchase of additional annual leave\nHybrid Working\nFree Gym membership\nTravel Pass\nMaternity & Paternity leave\nBike to work Scheme\nRecognition Awards\nCash incentives for referrals\nWork Mobile\nTech MBA paid by EY\nWellness rooms available in some offices\nEY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.\nCareer Progression\nWhen you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one. \nContinuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. \nAs you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. \nTransformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. \nDiverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. \nWe have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees. \nAbout EY\nAs a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.\nInclusion & Diversity\nWe hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.\nWe recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.\nAs an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.\nAre you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.\nTo help create the best experience during the recruitment process, please describe any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.\nIf you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.\nIMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.\nEY | Building a better working world\nEY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets.\nEnabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.\nEY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. 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