HR manager - Ireland

Location: On site / Shannon, Co. Clare, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Business Operations HR
Salary: Negotiable salary

HR Manager Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactiveHR Manager to lead and develop the human resources function within our organisation in Ireland & UK.

This role will play a key part in shaping people strategy, driving people development initiatives, managing performance frameworks, and ensuring compliance with Irish employment legislation.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership team, while supporting employees across the full HR lifecycle.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with Irish employment law and best practice
• Lead people development initiatives, including talent management, succession planning, and learning & development programmes
• Design, implement, and manage performance management frameworks, including KPI setting and ongoing performance measurement
• Oversee and support performance review processes, ensuring consistency, fairness, and alignment with business objectives
• Provide strategic HR advice and guidance to senior leadership and line managers
• Coach and support managers in effective people management, performance conversations, and employee development
• Manage employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance, performance improvement, and absence management
• Oversee recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent
• Manage compensation, benefits, and performance-related reward processes
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including GDPR, health & safety, equality, and employment legislation
• Promote employee engagement, wellbeing, and a high-performance, inclusive workplace culture
• Maintain accurate HR records and produce HR metrics, insights, and reports to support business decision-making

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior HR or HR management role
• Strong experience in people development, performance management, and talent initiatives
• Proven experience setting KPIs and managing performance review cycles
• Demonstrated ability to partner with senior leaders and influence organisational strategy
• Extensive experience managing employee relations cases end-to-end
• In-depth knowledge of Irish employment legislation and HR best practice

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline
• CIPD qualification (or equivalent) is highly desirable
• Ongoing professional development in HR, people development, or employment law is an advantage