HR Business Partner

The Panel; Leinster; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Panel seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to support a fast-paced manufacturing environment in North Munster. You will partner with operational leaders to shape employee experience and strengthen workplace culture across production teams.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in HRBP or similar roles, with knowledge of Irish employment law and hands-on HR data usage. CIPD qualification is desirable and experience with CoreHR or similar HR systems is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an HRBP or similar HR role in a high-volume operational environment.
• A degree in HR, Business, or a related discipline.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent is desirable.
• Good knowledge of Irish employment law and work permit legislation.
• Confident IT and data skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR partner to supervisors and managers, providing hands-on support with employee queries and day-to-day people matters.
• Support engagement and culture initiatives for shift-based manufacturing teams, including wellbeing activities and team building.
• Collaborate with operational leaders on workforce planning, talent development, and succession planning.
• Partner with recruitment and HR colleagues on hiring, onboarding, employer branding, and local events.
• Use HR data to identify trends and guide practical solutions to improve performance and reduce turnover.

Education

Degree in HR, Business or related discipline

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Tools

CoreHR

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Our client has a strong global footprint in the manufacturing sector and a growing group structure across multiple markets. Is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support a fast-paced environment in North Munster. You'll shape employee experience, strengthen workplace culture, and partner with operational leaders to support day-to-day success across the production teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR partner to supervisors and managers, providing hands-on support with employee queries, informal conflict resolution, and day-to-day people matters.
• Support engagement and culture initiatives that suit shift-based manufacturing teams, including wellbeing activities, team building, volunteering, and feedback-led improvements.
• Work closely with operational leaders on workforce planning, talent development, succession planning, and the promotion of internal career opportunities.
• Partner with recruitment and HR colleagues to support hiring, onboarding, employer branding, and representation at local employment events.
• Use HR data and insights to identify trends such as retention, absenteeism, and skills gaps, and help guide practical solutions that improve performance and reduce turnover.

Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years’ experience in an HRBP or similar HR role, ideally worked in a high-volume operational environment.
• Strong experience supporting production operatives, technicians, and operational leaders, with a practical and visible approach to HR support.
• A degree in HR, Business, or a related discipline
• CIPD qualification or equivalent is desirable.
• Good knowledge of Irish employment law and work permit legislation,
• Confident IT and data skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, HR systems such as CoreHR or similar, and the ability to use data to inform decisions.