Group Human Resource Manager – Ennis, County Clare
Overview
eFlexes Recruitment is supporting our client in the recruitment of a Group Human Resource Manager. The role will lead the delivery of HR services across a portfolio of visitor attractions and sites in County Clare, providing strategic and operational HR support to managers, staff, and key stakeholders.
The Group HR Manager will be responsible for people management, workforce planning, employee relations, and HR projects, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and best practice policies. The postholder will collaborate with HR, finance, and operational teams to drive HR initiatives and support business growth.
Position Summary
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership
1. Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with long-term business objectives.
2. Provide strategic input into operational planning, budgeting, and workforce development.
3. Lead organisational design, succession planning, and talent management initiatives.
HR Operations & Compliance
4. Ensure HR teams comply with employment legislation and internal policies.
5. Oversee employee benefits, entitlements, and performance management systems.
6. Manage investigations, disciplinary processes, and documentation of work practice breaches.
7. Maintain compliance with Data Protection and Freedom of Information (FOI) regulations.
Recruitment, Training & Development
8. Lead recruitment and selection processes, positioning the organisation as an 'Employer of Choice'.
9. Oversee training and development, including induction, SOP training, and Educational Assistance Programmes.
10. Source, implement, and manage a Learning Management System (LMS) to support professional development and compliance.
Technology & Systems
11. Drive digital transformation of HR systems to improve automation and service delivery.
12. Champion the use of HR data analytics for workforce planning and continuous improvement.
Employee Relations & Culture
13. Promote diversity, inclusion, and employee wellbeing initiatives.
14. Facilitate employee engagement through forums, union meetings, and internal communication channels.
15. Support change management and foster a performance-driven, innovative, and empowered culture.
Governance & Collaboration
16. Manage HR contractors, including procurement and service level evaluations.
17. Collaborate cross-functionally to align HR priorities with organisational objectives.
18. Ensure timely and accurate communication with stakeholders.
Additional Duties
19. Participate in senior management meetings and outreach initiatives.
20. Deliver on specific HR projects as assigned.
21. Manage the HR budget effectively and provide leadership to the wider HR team.
Candidate Profile
Qualifications & Experience
22. Level 8 qualification in Human Resource Management or related discipline and/or full membership of a professional institute (e.g., CIPD).
23. Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior HR management role with experience in employee and industrial relations.
24. Full current Class B driver's license and access to a car.
25. Demonstrated experience in managing complex HR services in large organisations, including recruitment, performance management, employee relations, change management, and report writing.
26. Experience supervising staff, implementing processes, and delivering change projects with multiple stakeholders.
Preferred Skills & Attributes
27. Senior HR leadership experience.
28. Strong knowledge of employment law, HR systems, and best practices.
29. Experience leading strategic HR initiatives and change management.
30. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
31. Experience in tourism, public, or service sectors.
32. Familiarity with digital HR platforms and analytics tools.
33. Strong IT skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
34. Results-driven, flexible, and problem-solving approach.
35. High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
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