The Deputy Head of HR - Resourcing and Learning & Development is a pivotal role responsible for spearheading and executing strategic HR objectives within the areas of Resourcing and Learning & Development. This position is integral to ensuring the delivery of exceptional service user experiences while upholding organisational policies and procedures.

The Position

Key Responsibilities include:

• Driving strategic initiatives, overseeing day-to-day operations, managing resources effectively, and fostering key internal and external relationships.

• Lead the implementation and achievement of Resourcing and Learning & Development strategic objectives.

• Ensure day-to-day performance and quality of deliverables within the designated areas.

• Coordinate and prioritise the workload of the Resourcing and Learning & Development teams.

• Manage allocated budgets and resources in adherence to policies and guidelines.

• Develop and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for reporting purposes.

• Proactively plan service demand to ensure adequate resources are available.

• Enhance candidate experience and promote the organisation as an employer through recruitment marketing.

• Ensure compliance with legislation and organisational guidelines.

• Manage external provider contracts, particularly recruitment agencies.

• Drive succession planning and talent identification aligned with organisational priorities.

• Collaborate with the management board to address retention challenges and develop recruitment strategies.

• Conduct skills audits and training needs analyses to inform Learning and Development plans.

• Engage with Civil Service initiatives to support learning and development efforts.

• Lead e-learning initiatives to enhance learning accessibility.

• Support the development of new recruitment programs such as graduate entry and apprenticeships.

• Participate in project teams and steering groups related to Resourcing and Learning & Development.

• Provide coaching and mentoring to senior colleagues to foster professional development.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of HR planning systems.

The Person

• Minimum 5 years of recent HR management experience with Resourcing and Learning & Development responsibilities.

• Relevant academic qualification at minimum Level 8 or CIPD Foundation Level Certificate.

• Recent, relevant HR/Recruitment experience in an Irish Civil Service or Public Sector organisation.

• Possess or demonstrate the capacity to quickly develop to a high level the key competencies that have been devised for posts at this level.

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For more information, contact Sinead Connolly in HRM Search Partners at +353 1 6321881 or apply directly.