Head of Human Resources

Brightwater Recruitment; Dublin; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Brightwater Recruitment is seeking an experienced Head of HR to lead the people function of an established, internationally operating organisation in South Dublin with hybrid work options.

You will shape and deliver the HR strategy, advise on complex people matters, and ensure effective HR policies, systems and processes to support the workforce. With a small HR team, you will drive stakeholder engagement and balance strategic priorities with day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• Typically 8–10 years' HR experience with senior leadership exposure.
• Strong strategic and hands-on HR delivery capability.
• Excellent stakeholder management and advisory experience.

Responsabilités

• Develop and deliver the HR strategy aligned to organisational objectives.
• Partner with ELT and senior managers on people strategy and design.
• Lead complex employee relations cases and advise on legislation.
• Review and develop HR policies and frameworks for compliance.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance, learning and retention.
• Manage HR operations, reporting, benefits and governance.
• Support HR matters across an international workforce.
• Drive culture, diversity, inclusion and leadership development.
• Develop and mentor the HR Officer and team.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes while balancing priorities.

Connaissances

Stakeholder management

Employee relations

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Policy development

Performance management

Organisational development

Recruitment

Employment compliance

Formation

Level 8 degree or CIPD qualification

Description du poste

We are seeking an experienced Head of HR to lead the people function of an established, internationally operating organisation.

Permanent | Hybrid | South Dublin

This is a varied role combining strategic HR leadership with hands-on operational responsibility. Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team and senior stakeholders, you will shape and deliver the HR strategy, provide expert advice on complex people matters, and ensure effective HR policies, systems and processes are in place to support the organisation and its workforce.

With a small HR team comprising one HR Officer, this role will suit a proactive and pragmatic HR leader who is comfortable setting strategic direction while remaining closely involved in day-to-day HR operations. Strong stakeholder management, sound judgement and the ability to work autonomously are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the HR strategy in line with organisational objectives, supporting workforce planning, organisational development and change.
• Partner with the Executive Leadership Team and senior managers, providing advice on people strategy, organisational design, culture and workforce matters.
• Lead on complex employee relations cases, providing practical guidance on performance management, employee engagement and employment legislation.
• Review and develop HR policies, procedures and frameworks to ensure they remain effective, compliant and fit for purpose.
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, learning and development, and retention.
• Manage HR operations, systems, reporting, employee benefits and people-related governance and compliance.
• Support HR matters across an international workforce, including cross-border employment and differing local requirements.
• Lead initiatives relating to organisational culture, diversity and inclusion, management capability and employee development.
• Manage, support and develop the HR Officer, ensuring the delivery of an effective and responsive HR service.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and practices while balancing longer-term strategic priorities with day-to-day operational demands.

The Ideal Candidate

• Typically 8-10 years' HR experience, including experience at a senior HR management or leadership level.
• A strong background across both strategic HR and hands-on operational delivery.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience advising and influencing senior leaders.
• Strong employee relations knowledge and experience managing complex and sensitive people matters.
• Broad HR expertise spanning policy development, performance management, organisational development, recruitment and employment compliance.
• The ability to work autonomously, prioritise effectively and take a practical, solutions-focused approach within a lean team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• A relevant HR qualification, such as a Level 8 degree or equivalent professional qualification, such as CIPD.

What's on Offer?

• A senior HR leadership role with real scope to influence organisational strategy and culture.
• A varied position combining strategic initiatives with hands-on HR delivery.
• Close partnership with senior leadership and the opportunity to shape the people function.
• A hybrid and flexible working environment.