Location: Galway City Centre (On-site)
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Job Description
The Byrne Hotel Group is seeking an experienced and people-focused
Cluster HR Manager to lead the HR function across multiple 4-star and boutique hotels and leisure facilities in Galway. This is an exciting, full-time on-site role based in Galway City Centre, ideal for a motivated HR professional looking to take the next step in a group-level leadership position.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all HR operations across multiple Galway-based properties
- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employee lifecycle activities
- Coach and advise managers on employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary matters
- Champion employee engagement, wellbeing, learning, and development initiatives
- Ensure full compliance with Irish employment law and GDPR
- Support and deliver performance appraisals and succession planning
- Maintain and optimise HR systems and records
- Build and sustain a culture of collaboration, respect, and high performance
Qualifications & Skills
- 4+ years of HR experience, including at least 2 years in a cluster/multi-site or senior HR role
- Strong knowledge of Irish employment legislation and HR best practices
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience with Alkimii HRIS systems knowledge is a plus
- Ability to work independently and build strong relationships across all departments
Benefits
- Competitive salary (based on experience)
- Free on-site parking
- Staff meals on duty
- Wellness and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Birthday gifts
- Employee referral scheme
- Bike to Work scheme
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Regular staff recognition events
- Social events
About Byrne Hotel Group
The Byrne Hotel Group is one of Ireland's leading privately-owned hospitality groups, operating a collection of award-winning hotels and leisure centre. We believe that our people are the heart of our success, and we are committed to creating a positive, engaging, and growth-focused workplace for all team members.