Head of HR

ICTS UK Ltd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ICTS UK Ltd in Dublin seeks a strategic Head of HR to lead the people agenda across our Ireland business. This senior role shapes HR strategy, culture, and best-practice across the organisation, collaborating with UK HR and local directors.

You will drive employee relations, talent management, succession planning, and risk mitigation while strengthening engagement and development across teams.

Qualifications

• Senior HR leadership experience in complex, multi-site organisations.
• Strong expertise in employee relations, investigations, and compliance.
• Track record in strategic HR planning and organisational development.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy, governance, and people agenda for Ireland.
• Partner with directors and UK HR to align practices with business goals.
• Oversee employee relations, performance, and succession planning.
• Drive culture, engagement, and organisational development initiatives.
• Utilise HR analytics to identify risks and opportunities.
• Manage Ireland payroll day-to-day operations.

Skills

HR Leadership

Employee Relations

Talent Management

Succession Planning

HR Analytics

Cross-border HR

Stakeholder Coaching

Education

CIPD / Masters in HR

Job description

Location: DublinSalary Range: Competitive

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of HR to lead and shape the people agenda across our Ireland business. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving HR strategy, strengthening organisational culture, and ensuring best-in-class people practices aligned with business objectives.

This position supersedes the previous HR Business Partner role and represents a significant step forward-from operational HR support to strategic, organisation-wide HR leadership.

Role Overview

The Head of HR will lead all aspects of HR strategy, employee relations, talent management, succession planning, and organisational culture. Working closely with local directors and the wider UK HR team, the successful candidate will ensure HR practices align with organisational goals, mitigate risk, and enhance employee engagement and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives, including employee engagement, workforce planning, talent development, compensation, and culture initiatives
• Act as a trusted advisor, coach, and mentor to senior leadership, providing strategic HR and organisational development guidance
• Lead complex employee relations cases and investigations, including disciplinary processes, grievance management, and litigation support
• Oversee performance management, career development, succession planning, and talent strategy across the organisation
• Ensure cross-border HR consistency and compliance with Irish and UK employment legislation
• Proactively manage legal and reputational risk
• Drive organisation-wide HR initiatives, policy implementation, and continuous process improvements
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to HR team members
• Utilise HR data and analytics to identify trends, anticipate risks, and recommend proactive solutions
• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the payroll function within the Ireland business

Candidate Profile / Ideal Experience

• Extensive experience in senior HR leadership roles within complex, multi-site organisations
• Strong expertise in employee relations, including investigations, disciplinary procedures, and legal compliance
• Proven track record in strategic HR planning, talent management, succession planning, and organisational development
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and influencing skills, with experience coaching senior stakeholders
• In-depth knowledge of Irish and UK employment legislation and cross-border HR practices
• Demonstrated ability to use HR analytics to drive organisational improvements and mitigate risk
• Experience leading HR teams, driving culture initiatives, and implementing organisation-wide HR processes
• Education qualification (CIPD / Master's in a related field) or equivalent experience
• Relevant years of experience in HR