ABOUT THE LAND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is a key Government Commercial Semi-State Body that delivers social and affordable housing on State and other lands. It is overseen by an independent board of directors and is funded with €3.75 billion equity capital committed by the Government. It is also permitted to borrow up to €1.25bn

The LDA has commenced construction on various state sourced lands and is currently working on about 20 direct delivery projects that can deliver over 8,000 homes. It also delivers affordable housing by working with the private sector on an initiative called ‘Project Tosaigh’, which will yield a further 5,000 homes on land provided by housebuilders.

Additionally, the LDA is working on large-scale longer-term strategic areas by master-planning and bringing forward planning applications in locations such as Limerick Colbert Quarter, the Digital Hub in Dublin and Sandy Road in Galway.

The LDA is underpinned by a positive, collegiate, can-do culture based on our core values of Integrity, Results, Collaboration, Sustainability and Innovation. Our team is around 160 people and growing rapidly.

Summary

Reporting to the Learning and Development Manager, the HR Analyst’s primary responsibility is supporting the HR and Learning & Development (L&D) function in the design, completion and maintenance of HR reports, metrics and governance requirements for the HR function. In addition, this role with assist in the implementation of processes and procedures for both the HR and L& D function.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Run and circulate HR monthly reports to the business as required.
Work closely with the Recruitment provider and HR Business Partners on an ongoing basis to produce appropriate metrics for Board and EMT requirements.
Work with the Governance team within the LDA to ensure HR compliance with our obligations in terms of process and procedure creation and reviews.
Represent the HR team on the internal Risk Management Committee.
Preparation of HR data for annual audit and maintenance of data to ensure HR is audit ready.
Lead/support as appropriate the review and updating of all company HR policies, procedures and related documentation to ensure compliance with the prevailing employment legislation in Ireland and the EU.
Support the L&D team with scheduling of learning activities including liaising with internal or external stakeholders, event planning, logistic support and recording participants’ attendance.
Manage and monitor the centralised L&D mailbox ensuring that queries are responded to and closed out in a timely manner.
Support the implementation of the internal Learning Management System, manage the administration of the platform and, support the development and maintenance of online training content
Manage the L&D billing and invoicing, working closely with the Finance team, setting up new suppliers, raising PO’s, routing invoices for approval and ensuring invoices are paid in a timely manner.
Partnering with external providers and coordinating and promoting events on topics such as Employee Well-being and EDI (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion)
Leading and supporting the HR Business Partner and L&D Manager on key projects as required

Requirements

Third level qualification, ideally in a relevant discipline or currently studying HR
4 years plus year’s HR related experience, preferably in a similar role
Sets high standards of performance for self and others and assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments and tasks.
Previous experience in HR Software systems, ideally Bamboo HR
Previous HR audit experience desirable
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with staff at all levels of the organisation.
High level of attention to detail
Excellent organisational skills
High level of adaptability
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office programs – with particular emphasis on Excel

To apply

The closing date for applications is 12pm Friday 13^th June 2025.

The Land Development Agency (LDA) is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting and supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we endeavour to provide reasonable accommodation.

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