EMEA People Ops Leader: Strategy, Talent & Engagement

Compass Group Ireland; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals at work

Discounts across Ireland

Flexible working to support life-bal

Leave Purchase scheme

Life assurance cover

Overtime hours available

Career pathways for progression

Learning & development programs

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Compass Group Ireland is seeking a Senior People Operations Manager to lead a multi‑jurisdiction People & Culture function from Dublin, operating on a hybrid basis with a 40‑hour week and a minimum of three office days. The role partners with regional leaders to drive workforce planning, talent development and labour optimisation across UK, Ireland, Poland and the Nordic region.

You will lead a team of People Operations professionals, collaborate with stakeholders across operations, finance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Management or related field.
• Strong knowledge of employment law across multiple jurisdictions.
• Proven experience leading and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Strategic partnering with senior ops leaders to align people strategy with growth and margins.
• Lead and develop a People Operations team across EMEA; ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Oversee workforce planning, restructures and labour modelling in collaboration with Finance and Operations.

Skills

HR strategy

People ops leadership

Stakeholder management

Employment law

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Job description

Compass Group Ireland is seeking a Senior People Operations Manager to lead a multi‑jurisdiction People & Culture function from Dublin, operating on a hybrid basis with a 40‑hour week and a minimum of three office days. The role partners with regional leaders to drive workforce planning, talent development and labour optimisation across UK, Ireland, Poland and the Nordic region.

You will lead a team of People Operations professionals, collaborate with stakeholders across operations, finance,