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Talent Acquisition Co-ordinator

 
Vacancy Number:  28204
Category:  Human Resources
Job Type:  Full-time
 

 

 

Position Description

 

We are looking to recruit a Talent Acquisition Coordinator to meet the growing demands of the business within the Early Careers Talent Acquisition team. The successful applicant will work in the Talent Acquisition Centre of Excellence “CoE” and will be provided with the support and development needed to enable them to deliver successfully in the role.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Manage and monitor the advertising of resources in line with the Strategic Resource Plan and approval systems, working closely with HR Governance Specialists.
  • Coordinate and manage all candidate and applicant communications, interview scheduling, and support line managers and candidates throughout internal and external recruitment processes.
  • Maintain and update internal trackers and collate data to produce regular management, TA, and HR reports, including monthly recruitment metrics and KPIs.
  • Assist with Early Talent recruitment, including attending careers fairs, supporting graduate event coordination, and ensuring excellent relationships with all stakeholders.
  • Review and monitor employment contracts and documentation for external candidates and oversee the new hire process alongside the Onboarding Specialist to ensure compliance with legal and policy requirements.
  • Maintain the TA SharePoint site, respond to GDPR queries, action data clearance requests, and ensure ongoing compliance with data protection regulations.
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives with TA Team Leaders, stay updated on recruitment market trends and employment legislation, and demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to change.

 

 

Experience and Qualifications

 

Essential

 

  • At least 1-2 years of relevant work experience.
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of HR practices, policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, especially advanced Excel, and familiarity with SharePoint.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, planning, and organisational skills.
  • Flexible approach to working.
  • Ability to work effectively within a team.

 

Desirable

 

  • A HR qualification or equivalent relevant work experience would be an advantage.
  • SharePoint and SAP knowledge.

 

 

Location

 

This position will be based in 27 Fitzwilliam Street Lower, Dublin 2.  

 

Smart Working at ESB is designed to make ‘in-person’ time together as purposeful as possible while also enabling the effective use of digital tools and hybrid arrangements to preserve our commitment to flexibility. The successful candidate may work flexibly within the jurisdiction where they have been employed, with attendance at the workplace for in-person collaboration at least two days per week. All Smart Working arrangements are subject to regular review based on the operational requirements of the role, the team, and the business.

 

 

Reporting To 

 

Early Careers Team Lead

 

 

Why Work with Us?

 

  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • Career development through mentoring and training 
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
  • Sports and Social Clubs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Credit Union
  • Generous Pension
  • Access to staff well-being programmes
  • Generous parental leave entitlements
  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

 

 

Salary

 

€33,500- €40,000 per annum depending on experience

 

 

Closing Date

 

2nd April 2026

 

 

 

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.

 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law. 

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.  

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.
 

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