PE Global Recruitment is partnering with a leading manufacturing group with operations across Ireland and the UK to hire a Group Head of HR.
This is a key senior leadership opportunity to shape and deliver the organisation's people strategy across a dynamic, multi-site business that continues to expand through innovation, sustainability, and strategic investment.
The company employs over 900 people across several Irish and UK facilities, producing high-quality products for construction and industrial markets.
The Role
Reporting directly to the joint Managing Directors, the Group Head of HR will play a pivotal role in developing and executing the group's HR and people agenda.
This is a strategic leadership role focused on driving performance, engagement, and organisational capability, while leading a strong HR team across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement the group HR strategy in line with company objectives.
* Partner with senior leadership to standardise HR practices across all business units.
* Lead employee and industrial relations across multiple unionised sites.
* Drive talent management, succession planning, and performance frameworks.
* Support recruitment and selection for key roles, including compensation benchmarking.
* Lead learning, training, and organisational development initiatives.
* Coach, mentor, and develop the HR team to deliver excellence across all locations.
* Ensure compliance with employment legislation and HR best practice.
Candidate Profile
* Degree in Business, HR, or related discipline (postgraduate qualification desirable).
* Minimum 10 years' experience in a senior HR leadership role within manufacturing, engineering, or related sectors.
* Strong experience managing multi-site and unionised environments.
* Excellent communication, influencing, and leadership skills.
* Proven track record in organisational change and HR project delivery.
* Strong HR systems, data management, and payroll oversight skills.
* Willingness to travel regularly across Ireland and the UK.
Why Apply?
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced HR leader to join a high-performing, growth-focused organisation as part of its senior management team. You'll have genuine scope to shape the people strategy and make a tangible impact at group level.
To apply or learn more, contact PE Global Recruitment.