We are delighted to be recruiting for our client based in North Dublin for a HR Director to join their team.A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.This is a permanent position and starting salary for this role is €75 -80k depending on experience.Role Purpose: To lead the HR function by providing strategic leadership, governance, and high-level oversight of all people-related functions.The Director of HR will drive HR alignment with the company's ambitious national expansion strategy while embedding a high-performance, values-driven culture across care and support services.This role combines executive-level leadership with a hands-on operational focus, directly influencing business growth, workforce planning, and HR service delivery across new and existing regions.Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership & Governance:
- Shape and deliver the HR strategy in line with business goals and nationwide service expansion.- Lead workforce planning aligned to growth forecasts and regional development plans.- Champion HR's role in delivering exceptional care through strong people practices.- Report to the Board and Senior Leadership Team on key HR metrics, workforce risks, and regulatory readiness.Organisational Development & Culture:
- Foster a culture of care, accountability, and continuous improvement across all teams.- Oversee change management programs supporting organisational restructuring or expansion.Policy Development & Compliance:
- Oversee the design, review, and implementation of all HR policies and frameworks (recruitment, safeguarding, complaints, vetting, etc.).- Provide high-level oversight of HIQA/HSE compliance and support inspection readiness.- Ensure all HR practices align with Irish employment law and GDPR standards.People Leadership:
- Lead, mentor, and support the HR leadership team (HR Ops Manager, Compliance Manager, Recruitment Manager, Reporting Manager, HR Executive).- Set departmental goals, ensure team alignment, and drive accountability for KPIs.- Promote upskilling, performance development, and wellbeing for HR team members.Stakeholder Engagement:
- Build strong partnerships with Area Managers, Branch Managers, and Operations leadership.- Act as a trusted advisor to senior managers on complex employee relations, succession planning, and people risks.- Collaborate closely with Quality, Training, and Finance teams for joined-up service delivery.Hands-On Operational Support:
- Be visible and hands-on with high-priority HR cases, investigations, and critical staffing needs.- Personally support regional launches, new office mobilisation, and strategic recruitment where needed.
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