Interim People Director: Transformation & Change Leader

Cobalt Search; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobalt Search is seeking an experienced interim People Director to lead a comprehensive audit and transformation of the organisation's HR function during a critical transition. The role focuses on identifying gaps, risks and opportunities, and delivering a strategic roadmap for recruitment, onboarding, performance, employee relations and culture.

You will audit current practices, translate findings into actionable plans, and work with senior leaders to shape future organisational ways of

Qualifications

• Senior HR leadership experience
• Experience in organisational transformation and change management
• Experience conducting organisational reviews and translating findings into practical strategic plans
• Strong knowledge of Irish employment law and industrial relations
• Experience within complex, unionised and operational environments

Responsibilities

• Auditing current people practices across the organisation
• Identifying gaps in consistency, compliance and best practice
• Producing a strategic transformation plan with clear priorities and recommendations
• Working closely with senior leadership to shape future ways of working
• Providing strategic HR leadership while supporting the existing People team

Skills

Senior HR leadership

Change management

Organisational transformation

Job description

Cobalt Search is seeking an experienced interim People Director to lead a comprehensive audit and transformation of the organisation's HR function during a critical transition. The role focuses on identifying gaps, risks and opportunities, and delivering a strategic roadmap for recruitment, onboarding, performance, employee relations and culture.

You will audit current practices, translate findings into actionable plans, and work with senior leaders to shape future organisational ways of