HR Manager – 12-Month Fixed Term – Ballybay

About the role

This 12‑month fixed‑term position is for an experienced HR Manager to lead the people agenda at a manufacturing site in Ballybay, Co. Monaghan. You will partner closely with senior leadership to shape culture, drive employee engagement and support the business’s growth.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the site HR strategy in line with business objectives.
• Deliver an exceptional employee experience across the full employee lifecycle.
• Lead performance management, talent development and succession planning initiatives.
• Partner with site leadership on workforce planning and organisational development.
• Coach and support managers to strengthen people‑management capabilities.
• Lead and develop the on‑site HR team.
• Ensure HR policies, procedures and employment‑legislation compliance.
• Drive employee engagement, culture and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Analyse and report on key people metrics to support business performance.

Required profile

• Third‑level qualification in HR or a related discipline (CIPD desirable).
• 3–5+ years’ experience in a generalist HR management role.
• Previous experience within manufacturing, food production, FMCG or a similar operational environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and employee‑relations experience.
• Ability to operate both strategically and operationally.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary €55,000‑€60,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working – one day per week from home.
• 12‑month fixed‑term contract.