HRIS Specialist (12 Month FTC)

About us

At Fenergo, we’re not just building software—we’re transforming how the world’s leading financial institutions fight financial crime. Headquartered in Dublin and trusted by over 100 of the world’s top financial institutions, we’re on a mission to change the game. 

We’re more than a global leader in AI-powered client lifecycle management—we’re reimagining how financial institutions tackle compliance. From Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) to rapidly evolving regulations, we turn complexity into clarity. Our FinCrime Operating System, powered by agentic AI and intelligent automation, helps financial institutions move faster, act smarter, and stay safer across 120+ countries. 

But we don’t stop there. 

At Fenergo, we believe in a world where financial institutions aren’t just compliant—they’re confident. Where technology doesn’t just meet regulations—it stays ahead of them. Our mission is to empower financial institutions to stop financial crime and create a safer world.  

Every product we build, every innovation we deliver, and every partnership we forge is shaped by that belief. We’re tackling some of the toughest challenges in financial technology. From speeding up onboarding to uncovering hidden risks, our work empowers banks to serve their customers with speed, integrity, and peace of mind. 

Join us, and be part of a team that’s building smart solutions, solving real problems, and shaping the future—together. 

About the role

Fenergo is scaling rapidly, and we are investing in a best-in-class HR technology ecosystem to support our people strategy. We are seeking an experienced HRIS Specialist to take ownership of embedding our core HR systems, ensuring they are fully implemented, integrated, and optimised for scale.

This role will be hands-on and delivery-focused, partnering closely with HR, People Ops, IT, Finance, and external vendors. The immediate priorities are getting Rippling fully implemented and embedded, completing the Workable configuration, and organising the roadmap and integrations for Cornerstone and Peoplebox.

Please note that this role is a 12 month fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities

HRIS Implementation & Optimisation

• Lead the final implementation and full embed of Rippling across Fenergo, ensuring data integrity, automation, and user adoption.
• Act as the system owner for Rippling, including configuration, workflows, permissions, reporting, and ongoing optimisation.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure Rippling supports global HR processes (onboarding, employee lifecycle, payroll inputs, compliance, etc.).
• Drive continuous improvement across HR systems, identifying opportunities to streamline processes, increase automation, and eliminate inefficiencies.

ATS & Talent Systems

• Complete and optimise the Workable setup as agreed, ensuring it is fully aligned with hiring workflows, approvals, reporting, and integrations.
• Own Workable administration, user support, and continuous improvement.

HR Tech Ecosystem & Integration

• Design and organise the integration of Cornerstone (learning/performance) and Peoplebox (OKRs/performance) into the wider HRIS ecosystem.
• Work with vendors, IT, and internal stakeholders to define requirements, timelines, data flows, and integration points.
• Ensure systems work together seamlessly, with minimal duplication and strong data governance.

Data, Reporting & Governance

• Maintain accurate, secure, and compliant people data across all systems.
• Build and maintain HR dashboards and reports to support decision-making.
• Establish clear HRIS documentation, processes, and controls.

Stakeholder Support & Enablement

• Serve as the primary HRIS subject matter expert for HR and the wider business.
• Train and support HR team members, managers, and employees on system usage.
• Troubleshoot system issues and act as liaison with vendors for resolution.

Requirements

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as an HRIS Specialist / HR Systems Analyst / People Systems Lead.
• Hands-on experience implementing and administering HRIS platforms (Rippling experience strongly preferred).
• Experience working with ATS platforms (Workable highly desirable).
• Strong understanding of HR processes across the employee lifecycle.
• Experience managing system integrations and working with multiple vendors.
• High attention to detail and strong data management skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and deliver in a fast-moving environment.

Desirable

• Experience with Cornerstone, Peoplebox, or similar performance/learning platforms.
• Experience in a high-growth or scaling organisation.
• Basic technical understanding of APIs, data mapping, or system integrations

What Success Looks Like

• Rippling is fully live, embedded, and trusted as the single source of truth.
• Workable is fully configured, adopted, and supporting a smooth hiring process.
• Cornerstone and Peoplebox are clearly integrated into the HR tech ecosystem with a defined roadmap.
• HR systems are scalable, efficient, and enabling — not slowing down — the business.

Benefits

Our promise to you  

We are striving to become global leaders across all of the categories we operate in and as part of that we are a high-performing highly collaborative team that works cross functionally to accommodate our client’s needs.   

• Collaboration: Working together to achieve our best 

• Outcomes: Drive Success in every engagement  

• Respect: A collective feeling of inclusion and belonging 

• Excellence: Continuously raising the bar 

What’s in it for you?  

(Ireland)

• Healthcare cover through the VHI 

• Company pension contribution  

• Life assurance/ Income protection 

• 23 days annual leave 

• 3 company closure days 

• Annual bonus opportunity 

• Work From Home set-up allowance 

• Opportunity to work with clients and colleagues on a global scale for a world leader in Client Lifecycle Management 

• Other competitive company benefits, such as flexible working hours, work from home policy, bike to work scheme, sports and social committee, weekly fitness and sports classes and much more 

• Buddy system for all new starters 

• Collaborative working environment 

• Extensive training programs, classroom and online, through ‘Fenergo University’ 

• Opportunity to work on a cutting-edge Fintech Product, using the latest of tools and technologies 

• Defined training and role tracking to allow you see and assess your own career development and progress. 

• Active sports and social club 

• State of the art offices in the heart of Dublin’s Docklands with great facilities, canteen and games area 

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusivity 

Fenergo is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where all employees are valued, respected, and can reach their full potential. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We believe that a diverse workforce enriches our company culture, fosters innovation, and contributes to our overall success. We strive to provide a fair and supportive environment for all employees, promoting equal opportunities for career development and advancement. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment opportunities and join our team in contributing to a collaborative and inclusive work environment.