Senior Human Resources Business Partner

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Human Resources Business Partner for a 12‑month maternity leave contract. This role offers exposure to a large‑scale organisation, strategic projects and close collaboration with senior leadership in a supportive, people‑first environment.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR advisor to leaders on policies, procedures and Irish employment legislation.
• Partner on workforce planning, organisational design and performance management.
• Lead complex employee relations matters.
• Support and deliver change initiatives, including restructures and transformation projects.
• Oversee the HR Operations function, ensuring a seamless employee experience.
• Drive continuous improvement across HR processes and systems.
• Use people data and insights to inform decision‑making.
• Support industrial relations activity, including union engagement and negotiations.

Required profile

• 8+ years of HR experience, including strong HRBP experience.
• Solid knowledge of Irish employment legislation.
• Proven ability to manage complex employee relations cases.
• Strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Degree‑qualified in HR or a related discipline (CIPD desirable).

Required skills

What we offer

• 12‑month contract with immediate impact and visibility.
• People‑first culture where inclusion and authenticity are genuinely embraced.
• Strong benefits package including bonus, pension and wellbeing supports.
• Strategic exposure working closely with senior leadership.
• Varied, hands‑on role across transformation, employee relations and operations.