Group HR Manager
Head Office - Churchtown, Mallow, Co. Cork
Full-time | Permanent
Applications now open
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Windmill Healthcare, one of Ireland's leading Nursing Home Groups, as our new Group HR Manager. Based at our Head Office in Churchtown, Mallow, Co. Cork, this role offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional to make a real impact across our organisation.
As we continue to grow, we're expanding our HR Team. If you're a proactive and personable HR expert with strong experience in employee relations-particularly in a unionised environment-we want to hear from you.
Why Join Windmill Healthcare?
* Competitive Salary
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Statutory Sick Pay
* Ongoing Training & CPD
* PRSA Pension Fund
* Bike to Work Scheme
* Free Parking
The Role
As Group HR Manager, you'll be a key strategic partner across our Nursing Home network, supporting Directors of Nursing and management teams on all HR matters. You'll play a leading role in organisational development, employee relations, recruitment, and leadership development. This is a varied and people-centric role, ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Partner with stakeholders on organisational design and change management
* Provide daily HR support and guidance to managers and staff
* Support recruitment strategies and onboarding programmes
* Lead performance management processes and identify training needs
* Oversee absence management and employee wellbeing initiatives
Mentor and develop our HR team
What You'll Need:
* Primary degree in HR (CIPD membership an advantage)
* 3-5+ years' HR experience
* Evidence of ongoing CPD
* Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills
* Experience in change management and ER case handling
* Strong IT and admin skills; familiarity with HR systems (Office & AI tools an advantage)
* Full, clean driving licence (some travel required)
* Understanding of the Irish healthcare landscape is a bonus
About You:
You're a self-starter with a passion for people and a flair for problem-solving. You're highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities with ease. You bring a calm, confident presence to employee relations and know how to engage effectively with diverse teams.
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to bring your expertise to a meaningful and growing organisation, apply now to become part of the Windmill Healthcare team.