Human Resources Business Partner

About the Role

As the Site HR Business Partner located in Carrickmacross, you will report directly to the Site Director and provide both strategic guidance and hands-on HR support across the site. Your role will involve close collaboration with the leadership team to enhance employee engagement, manage workforce planning, foster talent development, handle employee relations, and ensure HR compliance aligned to organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with site leadership to implement effective people strategies and develop comprehensive workforce plans.
• Deliver expert guidance on employee relations issues such as disciplinary actions, grievances, absenteeism, and performance management processes.
• Support hiring initiatives including recruitment, onboarding, succession planning, and staff development programs.
• Champion initiatives related to employee engagement, wellbeing, diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I), and community involvement.
• Track and analyze HR performance indicators, manage HR information systems, and ensure adherence to relevant legal and audit standards.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in human resources, preferably within fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), manufacturing, or food production sectors.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations practices and employment law.
• Competent in coaching, influencing others, and managing stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Possession of a CIPD Level 5 certification or equivalent professional experience.