Human Resources Director

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Ireland is seeking a senior HR Director to lead their people strategy. This role involves overseeing a high-performing HR function, driving organizational culture, and enhancing employee engagement as the company undergoes growth and transformation. This position offers genuine influence and a competitive executive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary and executive benefits package

Values-led, collaborative working culture

Opportunity to shape the future of a leading recruitment brand

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ progressive HR leadership experience, with 5+ years at senior/executive level.
• Proven success in delivering people strategies in large, complex organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an integrated HR strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead organisational development, succession planning, and leadership capability.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation across NI and ROI jurisdictions.

Skills

Employee Engagement

Leadership Development

Change Management

People Analytics

Education

Postgraduate qualification in HR or Organisational Development

Job description

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Human Resources Director, preston, lancashire

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Client:

Staffline Recruitment Ireland

Location:

preston, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Join the Leadership Team at Staffline Recruitment Ireland

Staffline Recruitment Ireland is seeking an exceptional HR Director to lead and shape our people strategy as we continue our ambitious journey of growth and transformation. This is a senior executive role, based at our Belfast City Centre headquarters, and represents a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact within one of Ireland’s leading recruitment and workforce solutions businesses.

As HRD, you will be a key member of our senior leadership team, playing a central role in driving organisational culture, enhancing employee engagement, and enabling business performance across our operations in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

About the Role

You will lead a high-performing HR function, guiding strategic initiatives that support our people, culture, and long-term growth. This includes overseeing talent development, organisational design, compliance, and change management across a complex, multi-site business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an integrated HR strategy aligned to Staffline’s business objectives
• Lead organisational development, succession planning, and leadership capability initiatives
• Drive employee engagement and support a high-performance, values-driven culture
• Ensure compliance with all employment legislation across NI and ROI jurisdictions
• Provide strategic HR leadership during periods of growth and transformation
• Partner with the executive team on workforce planning, risk management, and people analytics
• At least 10 years’ progressive HR leadership experience, including 5+ years at senior/executive level
• Proven success delivering people strategies in a large and complex organisation*
• Expert knowledge of employment law across both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland
• Demonstrated strengths in employee engagement, leadership development, and culture change

*Defined as multi-site operations, a workforce of several hundred to thousands, and a layered organisational structure.

• Postgraduate qualification in HR, Organisational Development, or a related discipline
• A track record of leading HR through high-growth phases or major operational transformation

What We Offer

• A senior leadership role with genuine influence and visibility
• Competitive salary and executive benefits package
• A values-led, collaborative working culture
• The opportunity to shape the future of one of Ireland’s leading recruitment brands