HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner (HR Manager level)Our client, a leading regulated manufacturer based in Waterford, is seeking an experienced Senior HR Business Partner to join their dynamic HR team on a permanent basis. This is a highly visible, fully onsite role offering the opportunity to partner directly with senior leaders, influence business strategy, and drive key people initiatives across a fast-paced manufacturing environment.This position would suit an ambitious Senior HR Business Partner looking to broaden their remit or an experienced HR Manager seeking a role with significant operational and strategic exposure.The OpportunityAs a trusted HR partner to designated business units, you will play a key role in supporting organisational performance through effective people strategies, employee relations expertise, workforce planning, talent development, and change management initiatives.Working closely with senior stakeholders and the wider HR team, you will help shape and deliver HR solutions that support business objectives while fostering a positive, high-performing workplace culture.Overview of Responsibilities (full job spec available on request)Partner with senior leaders and management teams to deliver people strategies aligned with business goals.Build strong relationships across the organisation and act as a trusted advisor on all people-related matters.Lead and support employee relations and industrial relations activities, including engagement with unions and employee representative groups.Provide expert guidance on disciplinary, grievance and performance management matters.Support organisational change initiatives and help embed change management capability across the business.Drive workforce planning, succession planning and talent development initiatives.Support recruitment activities across a variety of functions and levels.Contribute to salary planning, annual review processes and headcount planning.Analyse HR metrics and provide insights to support business decision-making.Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies and HR best practice.About YouCommercially minded HR professional who enjoys building relationships, influencing stakeholders and solving complex people challenges.Degree qualification in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline.8+ years' HR experience in a progressive HR environment.Strong Employee Relations and Industrial Relations experience.Experience supporting managers and leaders within a fast-paced operational environment.Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.A data-driven approach to workforce planning and people decision-making.Experience within a unionised manufacturing environment would be highly advantageous.What's on Offer?Opportunity to join a globally recognised employer with a strong reputation and long-term presence in the region.Broad strategic and operational HR remit.Exposure to senior leadership and key business decision-making.Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.Stable, well-established organisation with a strong commitment to employee development.Opportunity to influence significant people and organisational initiatives.For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Michael O?View email address on click.appcast.io