Senior HR Business Partner (Maternity Cover – 12 months)Tuam, Galway Onsite role The Role This 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 (Co E).
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 Responsibilities Strategic Business Partnering & Leadership Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on organisational design, workforce planning, leadership, and culture Translate business strategy into a clear and cohesive people agenda Anticipate people risks and opportunities, influencing executive decision-making to support sustainable growth HR Leadership & Team Management Lead, coach, and develop the local HR team Coordinate with Centres of Excellence (Talent, Reward, Learning) to ensure aligned delivery of HR initiatives Establish clear standards, governance, and best practices for HR service delivery Regional & Global HR Governance Oversee HR operations across Ireland and EMEA, balancing global frameworks with local legal and cultural requirements Contribute to HR strategy and policy development with regional and global stakeholders Organisational Change & Transformation Lead complex change initiatives including restructures, role evolution, site transitions, and leadership changes Coach leaders through ambiguity and embed sustainable organisational change Talent, Capability & Leadership Development Drive talent management, succession planning, and leadership development strategies Strengthen organisational capability and performance management practices Employee Relations, Engagement & Culture Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliant and values-led outcomes Lead engagement and retention initiatives using insights and data Payroll Oversight (Ireland)Provide senior oversight of Irish payroll to ensure accuracy, compliance, and effective governance Act as an escalation point for payroll risks and drive continuous improvement Policy, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure HR policies and practices comply with Irish and European legislation Contribute to the development of practical, compliant global and regional HR policies HR Data, Insights & Continuous Improvement Use HR data and analytics to influence leadership decisions and drive proactive action Champion continuous improvement across HR services, processes, and operating models Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Act as a visible DE&I advocate, embedding inclusive leadership and equitable practices across the organisation Candidate Requirements Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline7+ years' progressive HR experience, including operating at Senior HRBP or equivalent level Proven experience partnering with executive leaders in complex, matrixed organisations Strong working knowledge of Irish employment law with exposure to European employment frameworks Demonstrated experience leading HR teams and overseeing Co E resources Track record of leading organisational change, transformation, and workforce strategy Strong analytical capability with experience using HR metrics to inform strategy and manage risk Highly effective influencer with credibility at executive level Strategic mindset combined with operational pragmatism and strong execution skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
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