Job Description
ARI is one of the largest and most significant players in the global travel retail industry. We own and manage duty free and duty paid retail outlets in Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and the Americas. From pioneering beginnings when we opened the world’s first duty free shop in Shannon Airport in 1947, we now employ over 3,000 people worldwide and manage a turnover in excess of $1 billion. ARI’s head office is based in Dublin, Ireland and is a wholly owned subsidiary of daa plc.
At ARI, we believe in transforming every travel experience into an unforgettable journey filled with joy. Reporting to Senior Manager - Global HR, the Global Human Resources Business Partner will play a pivotal role in driving our HR strategy across global operations.

Reward Frameworks and Employee Experience

• Ensure compliance with reward frameworks and implement initiatives to improve attendance, performance, and employee experience

Experience

• 3 to 4 years of proven experience in a HRBP or similar HR leadership role, preferably in a global or multinational organisation.
• Demonstrated experience in leading HR initiatives across geographies

Skills

• High level of energy, enthusiasm, with a passion for change and solutions-based work activity.
• Demonstrated experience of working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a global team and work across different regions and business.
• Excellent organisation skills and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations in Ireland, and international labour laws and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, multicultural communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Execution and delivery focussed – with an approach that emphasises teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, data-driven and can prioritize tasks independently.
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence people.
• Resilient with a positive disposition.Committed to ARI value

Education & Qualifications

• Third level degree in HR or other related discipline (CIPD)

The HR function is focused on the delivery of high-quality related People, HR Management, Employee Development, Talent, Culture and HR service programmes and initiatives that better enables the organisation to achieve its goals/strategic plans.
This role presents a great opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated HRBP to work directly with the Senior Manager - Global HR in the management of the HR agenda across a diverse range of disciplines and geographies.
The role holder will work closely and collaboratively with the Global HR team and the business to align business objectives with people strategies, fostering a culture of excellence, diversity, and engagement across our global teams.
Responsibilities

Global HR Strategy and Implementation

• Working closely with the ARI HR and Global leadership teams in the development and execution of people strategies aligned with international business objectives.
• Collaborate with the wider Global HR team to create and implement fit-for-purpose HR strategies and processes.

Culture, Coaching, and Governance

• Champion a positive, supportive culture to enhance the daa/ARI employer brand and employee experience.
• Provide proactive coaching and guidance to Managers on HR policies, governance, and cultural expectations.
• Lead consistency of HR policies across international locations, including training of mandatory polices

Workforce Planning and Talent Development

• Engage in workforce planning, performance management, and succession planning to build an agile and high-performing workforce.
• Support and drive talent acquisition, career development, and talent pipeline initiatives.
• Work with key business leaders to help them plan, execute and manage the business, with specific focus on global mobility and international assignees.
• Collaborate with talent acquisition and support all resourcing plans taking a direct role in the recruitment of roles as appropriate/required.

New Business and Change Management

• Support new business development & implementation.in respect of HR activities including:
• Workforce planning, and organisational design
• HR bid preparation for new tenders
• HR policy and process for new geographies
• Recruiting, training, and developing new staff to support the new business.
• Actively participate in change initiatives developed by HR central functions directly or in partnership to ensure delivery and successful execution of all plans.

Reward Frameworks and Employee Experience

• Ensure compliance with reward frameworks and implement initiatives to improve attendance, performance, and employee experience.

Analysis and Reporting

• Provide actionable insights through data analysis, reports, and updates to inform HR strategies and enhance decision-making processes.
• Qualifications

Experience

• 3 to 4 years of proven experience in a HRBP or similar HR leadership role, preferably in a global or multinational organisation.
• Demonstrated experience in leading HR initiatives across geographies.

Skills

• High level of energy, enthusiasm, with a passion for change and solutions-based work activity.
• Demonstrated experience of working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a global team and work across different regions and business.
• Excellent organisation skills and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations in Ireland, and international labour laws and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, multicultural communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Execution and delivery focussed – with an approach that emphasises teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, data-driven and can prioritize tasks independently.
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence people.

• Resilient with a positive disposition.Committed to ARI values

Education & Qualifications

• Third level degree in HR or other related discipline (CIPD).

Other

• Flexibility and desire to travel for business internationally as required

We’re an airport industry leader with operations in four continents and over 3000 employees working together to ensure we deliver the best services for all our customers globally. We are a fast paced, energetic and diverse company. Offering careers that range from IT, Finance, Technical, Airport Operations to frontline security and customer focused roles and many more. Whether you are starting your career or looking for your next move, we have lots of great opportunities to choose from.
ARI is one of the world’s longest established and experienced global travel retail companies. With expertise in developing business in new and existing markets, ARI owns and manages retail outlets in 27 airports in 14 countries throughout Europe, The Middle East, Asia Pacific, and North America. From opening the world’s first duty free in Shannon Airport in 1947, ARI now employs over 3,500 people worldwide and manages a turnover in excess of €1 billion. ARI is part of the Irish government-owned daa group