Abbott in Ireland
Abbott has maintained a strong presence in Ireland since 1946 and celebrates its 80th anniversary in the country in 2026. The company supports the Irish healthcare sector with a broad portfolio spanning diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. Today, Abbott employs more than 6,200 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.
About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Abbott Ireland Diagnostic Division Sligo
Abbott Diagnostic's is a global leader of in vitro diagnostics with approximately 70,000 institutional customers in more than 100 countries. Our diagnostic products offer a broad range of innovative instrument systems and tests for hospitals, reference labs, blood banks, physician offices and clinics.
Abbott’s diagnostic products offer customers automation, convenience, cost effectiveness and flexibility. Abbott has helped transform the practice of medical diagnosis from an art to a science, helping to create the modern diagnostics industry through the company's commitment to improving patient care and lowering overall costs. The history of Abbott Diagnostics is filled with examples of first-of-a-kind products and significant technological advancements.
- Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical
practitioner designated by the Company
Purpose of the Role
The HR Generalist supports the delivery and implementation of HR programmes across core functional areas. The role provides operational support and first-line guidance to employees and managers on HR policies and processes.
Working closely with the HR Manager, HR Business Partners, and Centres of Excellence, the HR Generalist ensures efficient HR service delivery, supports day-to-day HR activities, and contributes to a positive employee experience. The role will also support HR processes, maintain HR systems and data, and assist with HR projects, reporting, and coordination activities.
Major Responsibilities
The HR Generalist will support delivery of HR services through:
Support the delivery of cyclical HR processes (e.g. performance management, merit reviews, headcount tracking)
Support Abbott Ireland continuous improvement projects and activities
Address queries to the shared HR inbox and escalate accordingly where required
Maintain accurate employee data within HR systems and support reporting requirements
Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle processes
Point of contact for employee and manager queries, providing timely and accurate guidance on HR policies and procedures
Support HR administrative activities and ensure documentation is up to date and compliant
Support HR projects and initiatives through coordination, tracking, and administrative support
Assist with data collection, reporting, and analysis to support HR and business objectives
Collaborate with HR colleagues and Centres of Excellence to ensure effective delivery of HR services
Support the coordination of talent management activities, including performance management and development processes
Provide administrative and organisational support for training and development initiatives
Support the delivery of employee engagement initiatives and activities
Assist in promoting a positive organisational culture through HR programmes and communications
Support change initiatives through coordination, communication, and administrative support
Support the administration and preparation of employee relations cases (e.g. documentation, meeting coordination, note taking)
Ensure consistent application of HR policies and escalate complex issues to HR Manager / HRBP as appropriate
Education & Experience
Third level qualification in Human Resources or a related discipline and/or working towards CIPD membership
Relevant experience in an HR support or generalist role
Exposure to core HR areas such as employee relations, HR operations, and employee lifecycle processes
Key Competencies
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity
Ability to build effective working relationships with employees and managers
Organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to escalate appropriately
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office tools
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: Abbott in Ireland | Benefits
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