HR Partner

HR Partner

Our client is a leading global biopharmaceutical company committed to improving patient health and bringing innovative medicines to people around the world.

They are currently seeking an HR Partner to join their team in Dublin.

The successful candidate will report to the Head of People and Labour Relations - Ireland, supporting reduction in force activities, including collective redundancy where applicable, and employee relations work across the organization. Responsible for helping maintain respectful, fair, and compliant processes during organisational change.

As an expert professional within the organisation, the role develops innovative solutions to complex problems aligned with organisational objectives. The work involves addressing intricate issues, requiring in-depth analysis and sound judgement. The role also involves engaging with key contacts outside the area of expertise and contributing to the development of new concepts and standards. Operating with considerable autonomy, the role serves as a consultant to management and an external spokesperson on major matters, often working independently and leading functional teams or projects. Additionally, the role involves training and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Support reduction in force activities from early planning through completion, including coordinating timelines, documenting key steps, and tracking actions that support a fair and compliant process
• Partner with leaders and other teams to assess workforce impacts, support role selection and consultation activities, and help prepare clear communication for affected employees
• Contribute to risk reviews by identifying process gaps, escalating concerns, and helping ensure required steps are completed on time and in line with local requirements
• Support meetings connected to reduction in force activities, including consultation sessions, follow-up actions, and responses to employee questions within your scope
• Investigate and resolve complaints, grievances, and disputes
• Represent management in employee representative group and labor relations matters, including negotiation, interpretation, and administration of collective bargaining agreements
• Advise management on maintaining a respectful workplace during change
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and support improvements based on findings
• Coach and mentor junior staff. This role does not include direct people-management responsibility.

Requirements

• At least 3-5 years of experience supporting reduction in force activities; experience with collective redundancy is an advantage
• Strong experience in labor relations, employee relations, or a related field
• Experience leading complex investigations and providing clear recommendations
• Knowledge of labor law and compliance requirements
• Experience resolving conflict and handling sensitive employee matters
• Experience supporting change initiatives
• Ability to write clear, well-structured content for a range of situations, with openness to AI-enabled processes and emerging digital tools