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Post ID: 038888

Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years.

Human Resources, Trinity College Dublin wishes to appoint an Executive Officer to join the department to assist in providing a high-quality, customer-focused HR service to the University. A current part-time vacancy exists within the Employee Relations Team.

The Employee Relations Team is a centre of expertise within HR, providing best practice advice and assistance to Heads, Managers and staff on the operation and implementation of the College’s HR policies and procedures (i.e. grievance, disciplinary) and engages with the College’s Trade Union Partners.

The post holder will support the Employee Relations team in delivering a range of activities, including preparation and assistance with workplace and Third-Party investigations and preparations. The role holder will serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders involved in the above-named processes. They will support the administration involved in HR processes, including investigations, grievances, disciplinaries and third-party hearings.

Post status: Permanent Contract

Hours of Post: Part time, 0.5 FTE, 17.5 hours per week

Salary: This appointment will be made on the Executive Officer Merged Salary Scale, €34,023 to €52,232 per annum, at a point in line with current Government pay policy. The salary will be paid on a pro rata basis, based on 0.5 FTE.

How to apply: To assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (maximum one A4 page) that specifically addresses the following point:

Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage.

Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.

Please see the Job Description below for this position.

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to the Conor O'Groman: ogormac5@tcd.ie

Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.

At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war.

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