Associate HR Business Partner required for a leading Biopharma facility in Co. Cork, toprovide strategic business partner support to the site and global support functions. Initially an 11 month contract. Role: There will be opportunities to support a range of assignments across the Ireland HR Network including but not limited to policy development and Compensation/ Benefits. Primary Responsibilities: Provide Strategic BP support across client groups in driving & realising their people strategy. Support delivery of annual performance and talent processes as well as succession planning; provide coaching and feedback on how to improve individual performance to meet business objectives. Proactively manage employee relations to ensure a highly effective workforce capable of achieving business goals. Industrial Relations; model and champion effective partnership with our unions. Support and coach the business to ensure successful management of issues. Lead union partnership with one of our three union groups. Represent the company during dispute resolution processes. Work collaboratively across site and as part of the Irish HR network to provide support in implementing various projects as required. Develop, implement and update local and country HR policies and support communication of same. Work collaboratively with management to provide advice and guidance on compensation and benefits and assist with salary and bonus administration. Lead critical updates to people managers and SLT at monthly forums. Provide SME knowledge to ensure seamless delivery of T&A function (Kronos) of HR. Provide ad hoc administrative support including compliant management of department purchase orders. Requirements: At least 3 years' experience in an HR role, ideally working in a large multi-national environment. Bachelor's degree; CIPD qualification or relevant master's degree. Industrial Relations skills and previous experience partnering directly with union groups is essential. Ability to build partnerships and to work effectively with people at all levels. Highly effective communicator with the ability to influence outcomes at all levels of the business. Ability to project manage multiple projects and initiatives through to successful delivery. Effective at managing multiple stakeholders. Good knowledge of Irish and European employment law framework. High level of independence and initiative while working effectively as part of the team. Strong administration skills. Skills: HR Pharmaceutical CIPD qualification