Senior HR Business Partner (Maternity Cover – 12 months)Tuam, GalwayOnsite roleThe RoleThis is a one-year maternity cover contract.Based in Tuam, Galway, you will work as part of the local leadership team as Senior HR Business Partner, ensuring approximately 450 employees receive high-quality HR support and service globally.This role provides leadership oversight to a local HR team and acts as the primary HR interface between the business, regional HR leadership, and Centres of Excellence (CoE). You will be a core member of the site leadership team and the wider HR leadership structure, reporting to the HR Director.You will act as a strategic partner to General Managers and senior leaders, shaping organisational strategy, driving transformation, and enabling business performance through people. A key aspect of the role is balancing hands-on operational HR management with strategic business partnership and project work at Ireland and EMEA level.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Business Partnering & LeadershipAct as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on organisational design, workforce planning, leadership, and cultureTranslate business strategy into a clear and cohesive people agendaAnticipate people risks and opportunities, influencing executive decision-making to support sustainable growthHR Leadership & Team ManagementLead, coach, and develop the local HR teamCoordinate with Centres of Excellence (Talent, Reward, Learning) to ensure aligned delivery of HR initiativesEstablish clear standards, governance, and best practices for HR service deliveryRegional & Global HR GovernanceOversee HR operations across Ireland and EMEA, balancing global frameworks with local legal and cultural requirementsContribute to HR strategy and policy development with regional and global stakeholdersOrganisational Change & TransformationLead complex change initiatives including restructures, role evolution, site transitions, and leadership changesCoach leaders through ambiguity and embed sustainable organisational changeTalent, Capability & Leadership DevelopmentDrive talent management, succession planning, and leadership development strategiesStrengthen organisational capability and performance management practicesEmployee Relations, Engagement & CultureProvide expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliant and values-led outcomesLead engagement and retention initiatives using insights and dataPayroll Oversight (Ireland)Provide senior oversight of Irish payroll to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective governanceAct as an escalation point for payroll risks and drive continuous improvementPolicy, Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure HR policies and practices comply with Irish and European legislationContribute to the development of practical, compliant global and regional HR policiesHR Data, Insights & Continuous ImprovementUse HR data and analytics to influence leadership decisions and drive proactive actionChampion continuous improvement across HR services, processes, and operating modelsDiversity, Equity & InclusionAct as a visible DE&I advocate, embedding inclusive leadership and equitable practices across the organisationCandidate RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline7+ years’ progressive HR experience, including operating at Senior HRBP or equivalent levelProven experience partnering with executive leaders in complex, matrixed organisationsStrong working knowledge of Irish employment law with exposure to European employment frameworksDemonstrated experience leading HR teams and overseeing CoE resourcesTrack record of leading organisational change, transformation, and workforce strategyStrong analytical capability with experience using HR metrics to inform strategy and manage riskHighly effective influencer with credibility at executive levelStrategic mindset combined with operational pragmatism and strong execution skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills in English
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