Chief Human Resources Officer leading HR strategy and governance for an Education sector client. Advising senior leadership on HR matters while managing teams to deliver results.
Responsibilities
Advise senior leadership on legal, regulatory, and HR matters.
Report on HR performance, strategy, and key plans.
Ensure all HR activities follow University policies and regulations.
Contribute to overall strategy and decision making.
Lead or support key initiatives, using data to improve performance.
Represent on committees and externally.
Build and manage relationships with key external bodies and partners.
Represent in sector groups and with government agencies.
Lead and develop the HR function and strategy.
Manage and support HR teams to deliver results.
Build strong relationships.
Lead industrial relations and ensure compliance with policies.
Manage HR budgets and staff performance.
Oversee planning, budgets, and resource allocation.
Improve systems, processes, and service delivery.
Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing standards are met.
Develop and review policies and service agreements.
Promote collaboration, efficiency, and best practice.
Carry out additional duties as required by senior leadership.
Delegate tasks as needed while retaining overall accountability.
Requirements
A Level 8 degree (or equivalent).
At least 5 years’ senior management experience in Human Resources (or a similar role) in a large, complex organisation.
At least 5 years’ experience in strategic leadership, planning, and governance in a relevant function.
Strong strategic planning and organisational skills, with the ability to turn organisational goals into team plans.
Proven ability to lead and manage diverse teams, especially during periods of change.
Experience using data to improve services for a wide range of stakeholders.
Knowledge of HR information systems and data-driven HR practices.
Experience promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion (including gender equality).
A Level 9 (or higher) qualification (advantageous).
MCIPD or FCIPD accreditation (advantageous).
Experience in the Irish public sector (advantageous).
Experience leading HR transformation projects (advantageous).
Experience creating and implementing talent acquisition strategies (advantageous).
Benefits
Enrolment to Public Sector Pension scheme
Tax Saver and Cycle to Work Schemes
Health and Wellbeing programmes
Optometry Centre – free eye tests and discounted glasses
Sports facilities with discounted gym membership
Facilitation of direct deductions from salary for Hospital Saturday Fund health plan/ Income Continuance Plan/Health Insurance Plan/Cornmarket financial advice plan
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