HEAD OF PEOPLE

Our client, a leading business consulting and IT services company, is seeking to appoint a Head of People (ROI & UK) to lead the full scope of HR and people-related functions across their UK and Irish operations. With responsibility for a workforce of approximately 300 staff , this senior-level role plays a key part in shaping organisational culture, supporting people managers, and driving strategic HR initiatives across both jurisdictions.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Ideal candidates will have:

• At least 5 years’ + experience in a senior HR or People Management role
• A proven track record in delivering people strategies aligned to business goals
• Experience in designing and rolling out learning and development programmes
• Familiarity with dynamic, client-facing or technology-led environments
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex and sensitive people matters
• Strong working knowledge of employee benefits and pension schemes
• In-depth experience in employment law and Employee Relations
• Practical understanding of TUPE processes
• Solid grasp of GDPR and data protection regulations
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills

PERSONAL SKILLS

The role requires an individual who is:

• Professional and credible, with excellent interpersonal skills
• Confident in influencing at senior levels, while also collaborative and team-oriented
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and comfortable working independently
• Organised, with strong planning and project management skills
• Compassionate, realistic, and capable of building trusted relationships
• Comfortable working with senior stakeholders, including Board members and clients

Qualifications

• A relevant third-level degree is preferred
• CIPD membership is desirable
• Candidates without formal qualifications must demonstrate significant, relevant experience and knowledge

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior HR professional to take on a strategic leadership role within a growing and future-focused organisation. The successful candidate will have the chance to influence culture, drive change, and support a talented and diverse workforce.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will have responsibility for:

• Developing and delivering the organisation’s People Strategy
• Overseeing employee benefits, wellbeing, and reward programmes
• Leading diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• Managing onboarding and continuous employee development
• Handling employee relations matters and ensuring employment law compliance
• Driving internal communication and employee engagement
• Maintaining and updating HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook
• Managing TUPE processes as required
• Overseeing HR administration and day-to-day operations
• Producing HR reports and insights for senior leadership
• Leading recruitment, selection, and workforce planning
• Managing the internal HR team
• Advising and coaching line managers on all people-related matters
• Overseeing the HR function’s budgeting process
• Acting as Data Controller for employee-related data
• Representing the People function at senior leadership, Board, and client levels

The role requires an individual who is:

• Professional and credible, with excellent interpersonal skills
• Confident in influencing at senior levels, while also collaborative and team-oriented
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and comfortable working independently
• Organised, with strong planning and project management skills
• Compassionate, realistic, and capable of building trusted relationships
• Comfortable working with senior stakeholders, including Board members and client