Senior HR Business Partner

6D9 Zoetis Belgium S.A. (Irish Branch); Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Pension plan

Private medical insurance

Flexible working

25.5 days holiday per year

Job summary

Zoetis Inc. seeks a hands-on Senior HRBP to provide HR business partnering and operational support for its Cherrywood site in Ireland.

You will advise local leaders on talent development, performance, absence management and engagement while ensuring compliant HR processes aligned with Irish employment standards. The role also supports recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and global HR projects, collaborating with the HRD, GMS HR team, and external partners to drive operational excellence across

Qualifications

• 5+ years HR experience, multinational/matrixed environment desired.
• Solid understanding of Irish employment law and HR practices.
• Experience supporting operational HR activities and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted HR partner to local leaders and managers on people-related matters.
• Manage HR administration including contracts, onboarding, offboarding and records.
• Coordinate recruitment activities in partnership with recruiters and interns.
• Support payroll processing with external vendors and Finance.
• Assist in learning and development initiatives and leadership development programs.
• Coordinate global HR projects and analytics with COEs and GMS HR team.

Skills

HRBP

Employee relations

Irish employment law

Talent management

Communication

Education

Degree in HRM/Business or related

Job description

Position Summary: Zoetis is seeking a hands-on Snr HRBP to provide HR business partnering and operational support for our Cherrywood site and its diverse functions (Commercial, Manufacturing & Supply and Enabling Functions). This role is ideal for an experienced, practical HR professional who excels in day-to-day HR management, collaborating with local leaders, and ensuring smooth HR operations. The Snr HR BP will focus on implementing HR processes, supporting employee relations, recruitment, and driving operational excellence aligned with Irish employment standards. Additionally, the Snr HRBP will support the HRD, HR Global Manufacturing & Supply, and broader GMS HR team with key projects across the network.

Key Responsibilities:

• HR Business Partnering support Act as a trusted HR partner to local leaders and managers, providing guidance on people-related matters. Advise managers on talent development, performance management, absence management, and employee engagement. Support change management initiatives and help managers implement HR processes and policies. Collaborate with managers to identify development needs and succession planning opportunities.
• HR Operations & Employee Relations Serve as the first point of contact for HR queries and support for Cherrywood’s employees and line managers. Manage HR administration, including contracts, onboarding, offboarding, and maintaining HR records. Support and resolve employee relations issues. Ensure compliance with Irish employment law and Zoetis policies, including supporting external audits and data requests. Assist in administering compensation and benefits programs, partnering with regional/global HR as required.
• Talent Acquisition & Management Coordinate recruitment activities for Cherrywood roles in partnership with the UK / Ireland Recruiter and Intern, including interviews and selection processes. Manage the onboarding process, ensuring a positive experience for new hires. Support workforce planning and talent development activities at the operational level. Liaise with external recruitment vendors for specific searches.
• Payroll & HR Administration Support payroll processing in collaboration with external vendors and the Finance team, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Learning & Development Assist with the delivery of training and development initiatives, aligned with the global Talent COE Support local leadership development initiatives as directed by the HRD and VP HR GMS & International.
• Team Support & Collaboration Coach and support the HR Intern, fostering development and service excellence. Participate in site-level meetings and cross-functional projects as needed.
• Global Project Support Support the global GMS team with projects and initiatives across the network. Coordinate global GMS HR team meetings and manage agendas and topics. Run data and analytics to support reporting and various HR processes. Partner with COE’s on testing, data gathering, and global project implementations.

Candidate Profile:

• Education & Experience Degree in HRM, Business, or related discipline; CIPD membership desirable. 5+ years’ HR experience, preferably in a multinational and matrixed environment. Solid understanding of Irish employment law and practices. Experience supporting operational HR activities and employee relations.
• Skills & Competencies Strong organisational and interpersonal skills. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Practical, solutions-focused approach.

Full time Legal statement as below This job advert indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. Additional position specific requirements/responsibilities are contained in approved training curricula. Visa status re must be eligible to work and live in Ireland as below Colleague must be legally eligible to live and work in Ireland.

Summary of our Benefits

In addition, to being part the world leading animal health company focused on the needs of those who raise and care for animals we offer a range of benefits such as competitive salary, bonus, 25.5 days holiday per annum plus public holidays, a defined contributory pension plan, private medical insurance for you and your family and empowered flexible working, to name a few. Please note that the benefits outlined are subject to change based on organization decision.

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well‑being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.