HR Director (Waterford)

Posted 19 September 2022
SalaryExcellent Executive Package
LocationWaterford
Job type Permanent
DisciplineHR Leadership and Specialists
ReferenceBBBH29414_1663600760
ContactAshling Edwards

Job description

HRM Search Partners have been exclusively retained for the exective search for a new HR Director. Based in Waterford, this manufacturing organisation is home to one of the regions largest employers with continued investment into this site and its people.

The central purpose of this role will be to lead, direct and manage all HR activities associated with the Waterford manufacturing facility and its smaller, (though growing) Dublin support operations. This role will work closely with VP of HR in the US and Site Lead as a trusted advisor and a member of the Executive Team. The succesful candidate will partner across functions to translate the business objectives into HR strategic and operational plans.

The Role

  • Ownership of the HR strategy and people agenda. Translates the organisation's and business unit strategies and goals to tangible and ambitious HR delivery; Partners closely with SLT & Business Unit Directors.
  • Ownership of the HR strategy and people agenda. Translates the organisation's and business unit strategies and goals to tangible and ambitious HR delivery; Partners closely with SLT & Business Unit Directors.
  • Management, development, and support of the HR team, driving performance, accountability, and deliveryDrives workplace innovation in areas such as HR Analytics. Develop creative and effective measurements such as performance management, absence management, and succession planning.
  • Ownership of the Employee Relations strategy, ensuring the organisation's policies continue to be fit for purpose and future of work focused. Continues to drive capability and accountability of managers in dealing with ER matters. Manages positive working relationships between local unions and the European Works Council.
  • Drives change management programs, bringing people on the journey by providing them with the support and tools to become both advocates and leaders in change management programs.

The Person

  • 7 - 10 years HR leadership experience in a fast paced and demanding multi-national environment. Experience of working within a manufacturing environment is most desirable.
  • Experience in leading and developing an HR Team.
  • Is delivery focused and can manage conflicting demands.
  • Has a proven track record of sitting on a Senior Leadership. Is a trusted advisor and has the credibility to influence across all areas of the HR Agenda.
  • Strong Irish employment law knowledge and expertise in complex issues., Experience of forging positive relationships with local unions. Experience in Ireland is essential.

The Reward

  • An excellent executive package is on offer including car allowance, bonus, RSU's; DC Pension; Full family healthcare; 28 days annual leave.

To discover more and to receive full details on this permanent appointment, contact Ashling Edwards in HRM Search Partner, under strict confidence, on +353 86 8480808 or click to apply.