Senior HR Business Partner (Maternity Contract)

Senior HR Business Partner (Maternity Contract)

Permanent

Dublin

Senior HR Business Partner - 12-Month Maternity Contract

Citywest, Dublin Full-Time

A leading organisation in Dublin is seeking a seasoned HR professional to join their team on a 12-month maternity cover. This role offers the opportunity to shape high-impact people strategies in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Business-Aligned People Strategy

• Collaborate with leadership to align HR initiatives with business priorities
• Advise on organisational design, succession planning and talent strategy
• Act as a sounding board on complex employee matters and engagement challenges

Employee Relations & Case Management

• Manage ER cases, investigations and formal processes
• Coach managers on performance development and career progression
• Ensure HR practices comply with employment law and company values
• Foster a culture of fairness, accountability and continuous learning

Talent & Culture

• Partner with L&D to address skill gaps and support growth initiatives
• Champion engagement, inclusion and wellbeing programmes
• Support leadership development through coaching and succession planning
• Facilitate talent reviews and workforce planning

People Insights & Process Improvement

• Deliver workforce analytics to inform strategic decisions
• Monitor HR metrics to identify trends and recommend action
• Contribute to policy and process enhancements for operational efficiency

Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build trusted relationships across leadership and HR teams
• Partner with Talent Acquisition, Reward and HR Operations to deliver cohesive solutions
• Model company values and contribute to a positive organisational culture
• Participate in HR projects and transformation programmes

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in HR, Business or related discipline (essential)
• CIPD or equivalent professional accreditation (preferred)
• Significant experience in a senior HR advisory or partnering capacity within complex, multi-site environments
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and establish trusted relationships across the business
• Deep working knowledge of employment legislation, employee relations frameworks and contemporary HR practices
• Proven track record in leading organisational change, talent development and strategic workforce initiatives
• Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to navigate sensitive conversations with confidence
• Strong analytical mindset, leveraging HR data and insights to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement
• Familiarity with project-driven, engineering or construction sectors is a distinct advantage