The Health Service Executive is recruiting for Grade IV Assistant Staff Officer positions within HSE Finance Shared Services (FSS) across multiple locations in Ireland. These administrative and finance support opportunities offer candidates the chance to contribute to essential public healthcare operations while developing a long-term career within the HSE.
There are currently permanent and specified purpose vacancies available across several Finance Shared Services divisions including Payroll, Payment Services, Order to Cash, and Record to Report. Opportunities may arise on both full-time and part-time contracts in counties including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Meath, Offaly, Kilkenny, and Leitrim.
Job Overview
The Grade IV Assistant Staff Officer role supports the delivery of efficient administrative and financial services within HSE Finance Shared Services. Successful candidates will work as part of professional teams responsible for processing financial transactions, maintaining records, supporting payroll operations, and delivering high-quality customer service across HSE functions.
This HSE Grade IV opportunity is ideal for organised and motivated administrative professionals seeking stable public sector careers with strong development opportunities and meaningful impact within Ireland’s healthcare system.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and operational support within HSE Finance Shared Services
- Assist with payroll, payment processing, financial reporting, and record management activities
- Maintain accurate financial and administrative records in line with HSE procedures
- Support internal and external customer service queries professionally and efficiently
- Process documentation and correspondence within required timelines
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary finance and administration teams
- Ensure compliance with HSE financial controls, governance, and data protection standards
- Contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives across Finance Shared Services
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to manage workloads accurately and efficiently
- Experience working with financial systems, payroll systems, or office administration is desirable
- Good IT and Microsoft Office skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Candidates must satisfy HSE eligibility requirements as outlined in the campaign documentation
Salary, Benefits and Working Hours
Competitive pay applies in line with HSE Grade IV salary scales and public sector employment terms. Successful candidates may access a range of HSE employee benefits including annual leave entitlements, pension schemes, training and development opportunities, and career progression within the public healthcare sector.
Positions are available on permanent and specified purpose contracts with both whole-time and part-time working arrangements.
Location and Employer Information
These Grade IV Assistant Staff Officer jobs are available across multiple HSE Finance Shared Services locations nationwide including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Meath, Offaly, Kilkenny, and Leitrim. The roles support critical healthcare finance operations that help ensure the efficient delivery of services throughout the Irish public health system.
The employer for these positions is the Health Service Executive (HSE), Ireland’s publicly funded healthcare provider delivering essential health and social care services nationwide. Employer details sourced from EmployerDetails.md. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Application Details
Applications must be submitted by email only to applyadmin@hse.ie using the subject line: NRS15405 Grade IV, Assistant Staff Officer.
Candidates are strongly encouraged to download and read the Job Specification, Additional Campaign Information, and Application Form before applying. These documents contain important eligibility criteria, recruitment process details, and guidance for applicants.
Informal enquiries relating to specific vacancies can be directed to the following contacts:
- FSS Payroll – Rosemary Bartlett: Rosemary.bartlett@hse.ie
- FSS Payment Services – Deirdre Ivory: deirdre.ivory@hse.ie
- FSS Order to Cash – Olivia Holden: Olivia.Holden1@hse.ie
- FSS Record to Report – Keith Boylan: Keith.Boylan@hse.ie
- Recruitment Process Queries – applyadmin@hse.ie
Interview dates will be confirmed at a later stage. Candidates will normally receive at least two weeks’ notice prior to interview.
