HR Manager New - CPL - ref. v068923

Cpl Recruitment are looking to for a Senior HR Manager to join a Government Body Organsiation in Dublin City. The candidate must have Management experience and working in HR for 8 + years.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organisation’s mission and objectives.
• Advise senior management on workforce planning, talent management, and organisational development.
• Drive continuous improvement across HR processes and practices.

• Lead on employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture.
• Manage grievance, disciplinary, and performance management cases in compliance with relevant legislation.

• Oversee the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure full compliance with Irish employment law, public sector guidelines, and regulations.
• Act as a key point of contact for audit, legal, or compliance inquiries.

• Lead recruitment strategies and oversee end-to-end hiring processes.
• Implement workforce planning and succession strategies to meet organisational needs.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify skills gaps and critical roles.

• Develop and manage internal training and professional development programmes.
• Support leadership development and capability building across the organisation.
• Promote continuous professional growth and upskilling initiatives.

• Oversee performance management frameworks and annual review cycles.
• Support the development of reward, recognition, and benefits strategies.
• Ensure equitable and transparent HR practices in line with public sector pay structures.

• Lead HR reporting, metrics, and workforce analytics.
• Manage HR systems, employee records, and data integrity.
• Drive HR projects, such as digital transformation or process enhancements.

• Experience: Minimum 8+ years’ progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or managerial role.
• Education: Degree in Human Resources, Business, Organisational Psychology, or related field. CIPD qualification or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of Irish employment law, industrial relations, and public sector HR frameworks.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading HR initiatives and contributing to organisational strategy.
• Skills:
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong experience in employee relations and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism.

• Experience within public sector, semi-state, or regulatory environments.
• Background in change management or organisational development.
• Experience managing HR teams or multi-disciplinary HR functions.

• Hybrid Model: 2 days remote / 3 days on-site in Dublin 2.
• Working Hours: Standard public sector hours with flexibility where appropriate.

If this sounds like a role you would be interested in please email your Cv to [email protected]