HR Business Partner

Methodius Ltd; Ulster; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Scheme

Contributory Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Programme

22 days annual leave

10 public holidays

Relocation package

Training & certification resources

Lunch & Learn sessions

Company discounts

On-site parking

Bike-to-work scheme

Job summary

Methodius Ltd is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner for a permanent hybrid role based in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. You will work with leaders across a multi-client environment to shape the employee experience and drive organisational effectiveness.

You will deliver strategic HR initiatives, coach managers on performance and ER matters, and manage complex investigations. The role requires strong knowledge of Irish employment law and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or senior HR/employee relations role.
• Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and employee relations best practice.
• Experience handling complex employee relations cases and investigations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to deliver people strategies aligned with objectives.
• Provide HR advice, coaching on ER, performance, absence, probation and development.
• Manage complex ER cases, grievances, disciplinary processes and investigations.
• Analyse HR metrics and trends to drive data-driven recommendations.
• Drive initiatives to improve engagement, retention and HR service delivery.
• Support change, restructuring, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Review HR policies to align with Irish law and best practices.
• Collaborate with local and international HR teams on initiatives.

Skills

HRBP

Employee relations

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic HR

Change management

Education

HR degree or CIPD

Job description

I'm currently partnering with a leading global organisation to recruit an experienced HR Business Partner for a permanent, hybrid opportunity based in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working strategically with business leaders, navigating complex employee relations matters, and delivering people initiatives that make a tangible impact on business performance.

The Opportunity

As HR Business Partner, you'll work closely with leaders, managers and employees across a dynamic, multi-client business environment. You'll play a key role in shaping the employee experience, strengthening organisational effectiveness, and supporting the delivery of the wider HR strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to deliver people strategies aligned with organisational objectives.
• Provide expert HR advice, coaching and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management, absence, probation and career development.
• Manage complex employee relations cases, including grievance and disciplinary processes, investigations and resolution of workplace issues.
• Analyse HR metrics and workforce trends to identify opportunities and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Drive initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, talent development and overall HR service delivery.
• Support organisational change, restructuring, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Review and develop HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with Irish employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Collaborate with local and international HR teams and business stakeholders to implement people initiatives and continuous improvements.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or senior HR/Employee Relations role.
• Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and employee relations best practice.
• Experience managing complex employee relations matters, including investigations, grievances and disciplinary procedures.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret HR data and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent relationship-building, influencing, coaching and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• The confidence to work autonomously while collaborating effectively across a global organisation.

Permanent Role.Salary dependent on candidate experience. Benefits: Annual Bonus Scheme. Contributory Pension. Private Medical Insurance. Life Assurance & Long-Term Disability. Employee Assistance Programme. 22 days annual leave + 10 public holidays. Relocation package. Continuous Learning & Development. Access to extensive training & certification resources. Lunch & Learn sessions. Additional perks including company discounts, on-site parking, and bike-to-work scheme

Based in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)

For more information, please contact David Coyle at 01 635 1748 or email [e-mail]