Human Resources Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and manage the HR function within a growing logistics organization. This permanent position, based in North Dublin or Galway, involves a broad and proactive HR responsibility, collaborating closely with senior and line management to shape and implement the people strategy. The role requires traveling regularly between Galway and Dublin, necessitating a full clean driver's license.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute the HR strategy aligned with overall business goals.
• Provide expert advice to senior and line managers on all HR and employee relations matters.
• Stay informed on employment law, employee relations updates, and labour market trends.
• Assist managers in performance management, employee relations, and decisive people decisions.
• Administer HR policies, employment conditions, and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Oversee HR administration including employee records and HR information systems.
• Manage absence and occupational health protocols, acting as case manager when needed.
• Participate in recruitment and selection, guiding managers on best practices.
• Coordinate with external HR, recruitment, training, and occupational health service providers.
• Support learning and development initiatives.
• Advise on health and safety, workplace conditions, and related HR topics.
• Identify and implement enhancements to HR processes, systems, and workflow.
• Provide routine HR reporting and updates to senior leadership.
• Serve as a trusted, confidential advisor for employees and managers on HR issues.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Generalist, preferably within logistics or FMCG sectors.
• Thorough understanding of employment legislation, employee relations, and HR procedures.
• Experience collaborating with senior and line management.
• Competency managing absence, employee relations, and complex HR cases.
• Proficiency with HR systems and personnel administration.
• Experience managing external HR-related service providers including recruitment, training, and occupational health.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously with sound judgment within established frameworks.
• Proactive mindset towards identifying challenges and delivering solutions.
• Exceptional organizational skills and results-driven focus.

Additional Information

The position requires regular travel between Galway and Dublin; a full clean driving license is essential. A simultaneous vacancy exists for a similar role based solely in County Dublin.