Human Resources Business Partner

Harvey Norman Ireland; Fingal; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction day in Dublin City Centre

Permanent contract

On-site role in Swords

Job summary

Harvey Norman Ireland is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support the Head Office team from our Swords base. You will partner with Store Managers and People Managers to attract, develop and retain talent while driving HR strategy and change initiatives across the country. The role requires 3 years as an HRBP, a Diploma in HR, and CIPD progress.

Travel and a full driving licence are necessary. You will collaborate with Payroll, L&D, Health & Safety and maintain strong stakeholder

Qualifications

• Diploma in Human Resources is essential.
• Minimum 3 years HR Business Partner experience.
• CIPD qualification or working toward it is required.
• Must be able to travel, including overnights, and hold a full driving licence.
• Data-driven and evidence-based approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Store Managers and Senior Leaders on HR issues.
• Support workforce planning across multiple locations.
• Manage employee relations, including grievances and performance matters.
• Coach managers to enhance leadership and high performance.
• Lead talent management, succession planning and development initiatives.
• Drive engagement, retention and culture improvements.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding and retention strategies with operations.
• Guide organisational change and business transformation initiatives.
• Provide guidance on pay, recognition, and promotion practices.

Skills

HRBP experience

Stakeholder management

Data literacy

Analytical thinking

Change management

People leadership

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Human Resources

CIPD qualification or in progress

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Based in our Head Office in Swords Co. Dublin, Harvey Norman are currently seeking an experienced HR professional to join our head office team in the role of HR Business Partner reporting to the HR Operations Manager.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a broad range of HR related tasks and will be able to work collaboratively within a supportive team whilst being confident in their knowledge and experience. The person must be well-organised, proactive, optimistic and resilient and able to communicate with influence.

As the HR Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the organisation's next phase of development, partnering With Store Managers and other People Managers across the business to ensure that the business continues to attract, develop and retain exceptional talent. The successful candidate Will get to be part of something truly different and career defining as the role Of HRBP is new to the organisation.

YOUR JOB – your tasks will include:

• Partner with Store Managers and Senior Leaders, providing expert HR advice and support on all people-related matters.
• Support workforce planning, ensuring the right people, skills and structure are in place across the retail network.
• Manage employee relations cases, including grievances, absences, performance, disciplinary and capability matters.
• Coach and develop managers to strengthen leadership capability and drive high performance in the organisation.
• Support talent management, succession planning and employee development initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement, retention and cultural improvement across multiple locations across the country.
• Partner with operational leaders on recruitment, onboarding and retention strategies.
• Lead and support organisational change projects, restructures and business transformation initiatives.
• Provide guidance on reward, recognition, pay and promotion practices in line with our company policy.
• Analyse HR metrics and trends to identify opportunities for improvement to support our business decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, HR policies and company procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Payroll, Learning & Development, Health & Safety and the wider HR team to deliver an effective people service.
• Maintain a regular presence across the store network, building strong relationships and understanding operational needs.
• Support the delivery of our HR strategy, ensuring people initiatives contribute to business performance, productivity and customer experience.

YOUR QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in Human Resources or related (essential).
• 3 years of experience in a HR Business Partner role (essential)
• CIPD qualified or working toward a qualification.
• Ability to travel, including overnights.
• Full clean Driver’s License required
• Data literate & evidence based.

YOUR PROFILE – your knowledge, skills and experience include:

• Proven HR Business Partner experience, with the ability to influence, challenge and coach senior operational leaders.
• Strong commercial awareness, with a track record of aligning people strategies to business objectives.
• Expert knowledge of employee relations, employment legislation and HR best practice.
• A confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Highly organised and capable of managing multiple priorities across a fast-paced, multi-site environment.
• Analytical and data-driven, able to use people insights to identify trends and drive business-focused solutions.
• Resilient, adaptable and comfortable leading through change and organisational transformation.
• A proactive, results-oriented professional who operates with sound judgement, credibility and integrity.

WHY PEOPLE JOIN US!

• We are dynamic and growing.
• Fun, high energy work environment!
• Culture of developing and promoting from within the company.

Additional Information:

This is a permanent contract with a 6-month probationary period. An immediate start would be ideal. The successful candidate will be required to attend a company induction day in Dublin City Centre.

This is a fully on-site role based in our Head Office in Swords.